Sure, Jennifer Garner loves her athleisure wear, but you know what else she’s a big fan of? Looking fabulous on red carpets. The mom of three basically shuts down and big event she’s at — and we are here for it! Click through the gallery to see her slay all day (and all night!) at premieres and galas throughout the years.
Marvelous in Maroon
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The actress was a vision in Lanvin at the Save the Children Illumination Gala in New York City on Nov. 14. Garner looked elegant in the luxe satin floor-length gown adorned with a glitzy belt. Her David Webb earrings, bangles and ring complemented the elegant ensemble.
Tuxedo Dreams
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The Peppermint star looked lovely in a tuxedo-inspired black sleeveless gown, which she paired with gem-encrusted accessories at the 2018 Baby2Baby Gala, presented by Paul Mitchell at 3LABS in Culver City, California, on Nov. 10. She finished her look with a loosely pulled-back ponytail, a pink-and-bronze eye and a rosy lip.
Party in the Front!
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This may be the chicest mullet dress ever! For the Peppermint premiere in Los Angeles on Aug. 28, Garner stepped up her LBD game, looking radiant in a black suchesse satin Narciso Rodriguez high-low dress, which she teamed with two-toned black-and-silver heels and David Webb jewels.
Blue Belle
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Could this be her best red carpet look ever? Garner looked incredible at the 2018 Academy Awards, stunning in a gorgeous royal blue Atelier Versace gown with a shoulder cut-out and extra-long train. She paired the look with open-toe heels and dangly earrings, plus she rocked a smoky eye we’re not used to seeing on her!
Red Velvet
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The mom of three doesn’t have a scarlet letter, but she does have a gorgeous, one-shouldered scarlet velvet frock, which she wore to the premiere of IFC Films’ The Tribes Of Palos Verdes at the Theatre at Ace Hotel in Los Angeles on Nov. 17, 2017.
Fringe With Benefits
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The Virgina native took a risk that paid off, stepping out in a sequined fringe LBD by Michael Kors and matching black peep-toe pumps for the 5th Annual Save the Children Illumination Gala in New York City on Oct. 18, 2017.
Strapless Style
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The brunette beauty donned a strapless black knee-length dress covered in a geometric metallic pattern and pointy black pumps for a screening of Wakefield in New York City on May 18, 2017.
Navy Knockout
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Garner wore a deep navy organza gown by Roland Mouret to the Baby2Baby Gala in Culver City, California, on Nov. 12, 2016. The dress featured an extra-special touch with subtle, matching fabric flowers.
Sequined and Strapless
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The 44-year-old actress once again slayed the fashion game in a stunning black strapless Jenny Packham gown that featured gold sequins across the bodice for the 2016 CMA Awards on Nov. 2. Garner accessorized her look with just a couple rings, simple bracelets, and drop down earrings, completing her ensemble with minimal makeup and soft, shoulder-length curls.
America’s Sweetheart
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The actress stunned in a midnight blue, strapless velvet dress that featured a sweetheart bodice and a black skirt with cascading side ruffles when she stepped out at the fourth annual Save the Children Illumination gala in New York City on Oct. 25, 2016.
Radiant in Red
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Garner turned heads in a bold red Alaïa skater dress and Beladora jewels for the Nine Lives premiere in Hollywood, California, on Aug. 1, 2016.
Beckham Beauty
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Between its asymmetrical straps, cut-out neckline, and curve-hugging silhouette, this floor-length, double crepe Victoria Beckham gown that Garner wore to the 2016 Starkey Hearing Foundation gala on July 17 was a stunning spin on an LBD.
When in Paris
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The mom of three was all smiles at the Paris Fashion Week show of Atelier Versace on July 3, 2016. She showed off her toned figure in a black dress from the fashion house that featured a waterfall skirt, white accents, and knee-high slit, which she paired with a cocktail ring and matching clutch.
Sexy LBD
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The spaghetti strap black dress Garner wore while appearing on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon on March 16, 2016, fit her like a glove.
Orange You Glad?
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Garner’s smile was as bright as her vibrant, strapless tangerine dress as she hit the set of Univision’s Despierta America on March 15, 2016.
Flower Power
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The actress looked pretty in pink at the Hollywood premiere of her movie, Miracles From Heaven, on March 9, 2016. Her girly, strapless Oscar de la Renta frock had a twirl-worthy full skirt and was covered in a black floral pattern, which matched perfectly with her black sandals.
Bring on the Drama
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Garner chose a stunning black Versace gown for the 2016 Oscars in February. The asymmetrical shoulder, glittery bodice, and long train were gorgeously dramatic, as were her bedazzled pumps, silver jewels, and chic updo.
Flashback!
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The powder blue, knee-length dress and matching peep-toe pumps that Garner wore to Marie Claire‘s inaugural Image Maker Awards on Jan. 12, 2016, felt like a flashback to her classic rom-com, 13 Going on 30.
Chic Cut-Outs
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Peek-a-boo sheer panels made this black Michael Kors cut-out dress, which Garner wore to the 3rd Annual Save the Children Illumination Gala on Nov. 17, 2015. Those chandelier earrings and sleek silver cuff weren’t too shabby either!
’60s Inspired
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Garner knows how to rock a pink frock, and this classic shift, worn to the 29th American Cinematheque Award show on Oct. 30, 2015, with a matching lip and tan peep-toe pumps was no exception.
Chanel FTW
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For her first red carpet appearance after splitting with husband Ben Affleck in June 2015, the actress opted for a knee-length black Chanel number, ankle-strap heels, and a matching clutch for a charity dinner held by the fashion house in honor of Baby2Baby on Sept. 29.
Dance-worthy Dress
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Garner could definitely cut a rug in the strapless black dress she picked out for the Danny Collins premiere in New York City on Mar. 18, 2015, but the real winner here was her statement jewelry, as the attention-worthy Marina B earrings nicely complemented the ring of her metal belt.
All-Black Everything
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The Dallas Buyers Club star stuck to her signature girly look in one of her favorite red carpet hues: black. A skater dress with subtle chevron stripe detailing was paired with matching tights and pumps for the Roundabout Theatre Company’s 2015 Spring Gala in New York City on March 2.
Sparkle and Shine
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This sparkly number stole the show at Elle magazine’s 21st annual Women in Hollywood event on Oct. 24, 2014.
Neon Mama
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Can you blame Garner for looking positively giddy while wearing this fuchsia Dior dress? The peplum-meets-ruffle number was the perfect piece for the Elyse Walker’s Pink Party, which was hosted by both the Draft Day star and Rachel Zoe, on Oct. 18, 2014.
Silver Lining
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Black dresses may be a go-to for Garner, but this one — worn to the Los Angeles premiere of Men, Women & Children on Sept. 20, 2014 — had a pretty pop of silver that stood out from other LBDs.
Stunning in Stella
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One of Garner’s best looks ever came at the 2014 Toronto Film Festival, where she wore this black Stella McCartney stunner to the premiere of Men, Women & Children on Sept. 6.
‘Draft Day’ Diva
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Garner stepped out to a New York screening of Draft Day on April 10, 2014, in a long-sleeved black dress that put a fun twist on stripes with silver embellishments.
Jazzy Jumpsuit
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The hot mama rocked a sassy black jumpsuit, complete with a leather belt, to the L.A. screening of Draft Day on April 7, 2014. Garner wore her hair down and added a silver Y necklace, which gave the look a chic yet playful feel.
Oscar-Worthy Dress
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Garner shined brighter than an Oscar statuette in a beaded, fringed Oscar de la Renta dress at the 2014 Academy Awards on March 2.
She’s Got the Blues
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All eyes were on the brunette beauty at the 2014 Screen Actors Guild Awards on Jan. 18, thanks in part to this strapless, silk navy blue Max Mara gown. Garner accessorized with a gunmetal belt, Salvatore Ferragamo clutch, and statement earrings.
