Cover Gemma Chan has wowed on the red carpet in 2023 with her elegant style (Photo: Getty Images)

The Louis Vuitton brand ambassador and ‘The Eternals’ actress knows how to make a big impact with her public appearances through her sartorial choices—we look back at some of her most iconic looks in 2023

British Chinese actress Gemma Chan is known for being a fixture on major red carpets and front rows of fashion shows, and in each of her appearances, she delivers a memorable look. As a brand ambassador of luxury lifestyle brand Louis Vuitton, she often wears custom looks by the maison to public events, but she also has a penchant for celebrating Asian designers such as Korean couturier Miss Sohee.

In 2023, Chan worn a number of stand-out ensembles to film festivals, fashion shows and awards ceremonies. Here, we look back at seven of her best looks.

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Gemma Chan at the Academy Museum Gala 2023

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 03: Gemma Chan attends the 2023 Academy Museum Gala at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures on December 03, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Above Gemma Chan at the Academy Museum Gala 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

The Crazy Rich Asians actress wore a shimmering number to the Academy Museum Gala which took place in Los Angeles on December 3. The outfit featured a cowl neckline, silver embroidery in a harlequin pattern, translucent details and a fringe, culminating in a fabulously festive look.

Gemma Chan at Vogue World 2023

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 14: Gemma Chan attends Vogue World: London 2023 at Theatre Royal Drury Lane on September 14, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Gareth Cattermole/Getty Images)
Above Gemma Chan at the Vogue World show in 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

For the Vogue World show that took place in London this September, the actress donned an Old Hollywood-inspired sequined strapless gown by Louis Vuitton, which reportedly took 350 hours to make. She paired it with a simple choker from the same brand.

Gemma Chan at Elle Style Awards 2023

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LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 05: Gemma Chan, winner of The Changemaker Award attends the ELLE Style Awards 2023, in partnership with Tiffany & Co., Moet & Chandon, and Snapchat, at The Old Sessions House on September 5, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Dave Benett/Getty Images for ELLE Style Awards 2023)
Above Gemma Chan at Elle Style Awards 2023 (Photo: Getty Images)

Chan shone in a Louis Vuitton champagne-coloured satin and lace dress at London’s Elle Style Awards 2023 in September. She was the recipient of the Changemaker Award for her work as a Unicef ambassador, for leading an anti-Asian racism campaign during the pandemic and for supporting the Time’s Up campaign against sexual harassment in the entertainment industry.

Gemma Chan at Louis Vuitton Cruise 2024

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Above Gemma Chan at the Louis Vuitton Cruise 2024 show (Photo: courtesy of Louis Vuitton)

For the Louis Vuitton Cruise 2024 show that happened in Italy this May, the Don’t Worry Darling star embraced a chic yet laidback aesthetic in a relaxed corduroy suit. She contrasted the asymmetrical jacket with elegant black details such as a belt, handbag and sandals.

Gemma Chan at Cannes Film Festival 2023

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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 17: Gemma Chan attends the "Monster" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 17, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Marc Piasecki/FilmMagic)
Above Gemma Chan on the “Monster” red carpet at Cannes Film Festival (Photo: Getty Images)
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CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 18: Gemma Chan attends the "Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny" red carpet during the 76th annual Cannes film festival at Palais des Festivals on May 18, 2023 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Mike Marsland/WireImage)
Above Gemma Chan on the “Indiana Jones and the Dial Of Destiny” red carpet at Cannes Film Festival (Photo: Getty Images)

The Eternals actress served two distinctive looks by Louis Vuitton at Cannes Film Festival in May. For the premiere of Monster, she donned a white halter-neck floor-length dress with a floral cape; and for the premiere of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, she chose a slinky red number with torso cut-outs.

Gemma Chan at Newport Beach Film Festival 2023

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LONDON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 16: Gemma Chan attends the Newport Beach Film Festival UK Honours 2023 at The Londoner Hotel on February 16, 2023 in London, England. (Photo by Joseph Okpako/WireImage)
Above Gemma Chan at the Newport Beach Film Festival (Photo: Getty Images)

Chan also supported Asian designers in 2023, such as when she wore a shell pink pearlescent gown by Korean-born, London-based designer Miss Sohee at California’s Newport Beach Film Festival in October this year. The satin corset’s defined silhouette contrasted beautifully with the short flowing train.

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