Demi Moore’s Choice of Dress at the 2025 SAG Awards Sparks Heated Talks — Photos

Demi Moore graced the Screen Actors Guild Awards on February 23, 2025. Her bold fashion choice at the event had social media buzzing with mixed reactions. Fans weighed in on everything from the fit of her gown to her undeniable beauty.

The 62-year-old made a striking entrance at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles, donning a custom strapless leather corset gown by Bottega Veneta. The dress featured a tiered pleated skirt, which added a dramatic touch to her look.

She complemented the ensemble with a stunning yellow gold and diamond necklace and bracelet, while elegant heels completed the outfit. Staying true to her signature style, Moore wore her waist-length hair in a sleek center part, styled in soft waves for a flawless finish.

Moore’s fashion choice had some of her fans praising her elegance while others weren’t quite sold on the look. One person expressed, “Could’ve been a cool leather dress but from the hips down, looks [sic] disjointed and messy.”

More fans shared their recommendations, with one person commenting, “They need to dress you classy. These tight dresses are not flattering.” An individual with similar views concurred, “Not her best fitting gown. She looks pretty though.”

Some fans were simply baffled by the choice, with one remarking, “She is so pretty why would she do this to herself. The outfit looks hideous and she can where anything she would want why pick that? Smh [sic].”

Another conflicted fan noted, “Hair, make-up & necklace look beautiful. The dress bodice looks like material from old [sic] vinyl car seat cover & the tiers look like sad drapes in a cheap hotel.”

Another fan had mixed feelings but remained supportive, writing, “I’m not sure about the dress, but she’s mother and looks amazing. I hope she wins tonight and next week.”

Still, not everyone was critical as one admirer commented, “Stunning 🔥” Other people also had nothing but praise. One fan kept it simple, calling her “Perfection!” Another admirer gushed, “Beautiful and Stunning as always🔥🫶🏼.”

At the awards ceremony, Moore took home the trophy for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role for her performance in “The Substance.” She was nominated alongside, Pamela Anderson, Cynthia Erivo, Karla Sofía Gascón, and Mikey Madison.

While accepting her award, Moore reflected on the significance of receiving her SAG card as a teenager in 1978. She described it as a “deeply meaningful” milestone in her career. The actress also expressed gratitude to her fellow actors and acknowledged the lessons she had learned from them over the years.

“The Substance” star then opened up on the challenges and triumphs she had experienced throughout her journey but emphasized the importance of pushing on amidst it all.

Moore also spoke to upcoming actors, saying, “As these actors who are having to do it all, I just encourage you, don’t lose sight of the human connection. That’s the work that we do. It’s to be connected to one another.”

Demi Moore’s recent victory further cements her status as a prime candidate for the Best Actress Oscar, following her successes at the Golden Globes and Critics’ Choice Awards.

The acclaimed actress has also opened up about the challenges that come with her iconic status, particularly in navigating Hollywood’s beauty standards. She shared that after starring in “G.I. Jane,” she began embracing her natural body.

Before that, she had altered her physique multiple times through intense workouts, to the point where she no longer recognized her natural size. In an effort to maintain control, she also restricted her diet and exercise, but eventually, she reached a breaking point.

Realizing the toll it was taking, she requested to work at her natural size in films and similar projects. Once that approach was accepted, she let go of strict dieting and control, choosing instead to surrender to what felt right for her.

“And was willing to accept if my natural size was bigger than what I would really want, then that’s what it is. And I did find ultimately, not only freedom in that but my body became closer to what I always wanted by letting go,” she narrated.

Moore, who is not afraid of taking risks, also turned heads at the 2025 Critics Choice Awards with a striking fashion statement. On February 7, the actress arrived on the red carpet in a strapless, corseted gown that highlighted her figure, sparking mixed reactions.

The lower portion of the dress featured a shredded, fringe-like design that cascaded down to her ankles. Keeping accessories minimal, Moore paired the look with sleek black heels.

Her dark brunette hair was styled into an elegant updo, complementing her understated makeup. The bold ensemble quickly became a hot topic online, drawing a mix of admiration and critique.

Moore’s fans praised her daring style. “She looks amazing,” one supporter wrote. Another simply commented, “Gorgeous.”

However, some social media users questioned the design. One critic asked, “Why the weird joystick?” Another added, “I didn’t [sic] a dress could create a camel toe!”

The conversation didn’t stop there. Some took aim at the dress’s structure, with one user expressing, “I wonder if she can breathe in that dress?” Others critiqued the overall style, as someone asked, “What happened to dresses with sleeves? I don’t like this at all.”

For some, the look simply missed the mark. A particularly harsh comment read, “She looks cheap, classless!!!!” while another dismissed the ensemble as “not age-appropriate for Demi.” Despite the criticism, the dress had its defenders. “Lets talk about how fashion can get us talking. REAL fashion, not naked shock value,” one fan wrote.

Moore’s striking gown wasn’t just any red carpet choice—it was a high-fashion statement from Schiaparelli’s Fall 2024 collection, paired with Tiffany & Co. jewelry for an added touch of elegance. But while her ensemble commanded attention, it wasn’t the only reason she stole the spotlight.

Moore won the Critics Choice Award for Best Actress, marking a major career milestone for the Hollywood veteran. The movie star stepped onto the stage at Barker Hangar to accept her award.

Overwhelmed with gratitude, she began her speech by thanking the Critics Choice Association and expressing genuine shock at her win.

She wrapped up her heartfelt message with words of encouragement, “For anybody out there who is still on their journey, still struggling to find their way, trying to get a script made or whatever it is that you do, [just] because it hasn’t happened, doesn’t mean it isn’t happening. So just stick with it and know that dreams do come true.”

The year 2025 has been a triumphant one for Moore, marking a new high in her already illustrious career. Awards season has been especially kind to the actress, with the Critics Choice Best Actress win adding to her growing list of accolades.

Earlier this year, Moore kicked off awards season with a major victory at the 2025 Golden Globes, where she took home Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical Film for her role in the 2024 sci-fi drama “The Substance.” In the film, she delivers a gripping performance as Elisabeth Sparkle, a woman navigating a surreal and unsettling transformation.

Moore’s Golden Globe win was no small feat, as she was up against an impressive lineup of nominees. Among them were Zendaya for her performance in the sports romance drama “Challengers” and Cynthia Erivo, who portrayed Elphaba in the highly praised film, “Wicked.”

The category also included Amy Adams, Mikey Madison, and Karla Sofía Gascón, making Moore’s victory all the more significant. With back-to-back wins and a career-defining role, Moore is proving that her Hollywood reign is far from over.