Nicole Kidman Brings Businesswear to the Red Carpet in Oversize Saint Laurent Suit at Critics Choice Awards 2025
Kidman's look consisted of a cream suit with wide-leg trousers and an oversize blazer. The suit was paired with a light blue striped button-down shirt and a navy polka dot tie, creating a classic contrast to the neutral suit. She accessorized with gold jewelry on the wrist and black pointed-toe shoes.
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Jason Bolden styled Kidman for the occasion. Bolden collaborated with Kidman during the entire press tour of 'Lioness' and 'Babygirl,' which was also released in 2024.
For her most recent red carpet appearances, Kidman dressed up in creations by Gucci, Jean Paul Gautier, Balenciaga, Dolce & Gabbana and more. At the 2025 Golden Globes, she wore a backless dress from Balenciaga's 52nd couture collection. At the 2025 National Board of Review Gala, the actress donned another backless gown, this time an archival velvet Jean Paul Gaultier ensemble.
Kidman has been a Balenciaga ambassador since December 2023.
The 30th Annual Critics Choice Awards takes place on Friday, broadcasting live on E! from the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica. The ceremony, originally scheduled for Jan. 12 and then Jan. 26, was postponed due to catastrophic wildfires in the Los Angeles area. Chelsea Handler returns as host for the third consecutive year, leading the star-studded event that celebrates the most outstanding achievements in film and television for 2024.
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