2001
Dave Benett//Getty Images Knightley posed with Thora Birch at the U.K. premiere of Bridget Jones’ Diary in a lacy tunic worn with a black bralette and dark pants. The two starred together in The Hole, a 2001 crime thriller directed by Nick Hamm.
2002
Ferdaus Shamim//Getty Images The actress posed with her Bend it Like Beckham co-stars in a similar lace look the next year. Her embroidered jeans were an unexpected detail.
2003
Amy Graves//Getty Images For a 2003 Oscars party, Knightley stepped out in a drapey beige chiffon dress with a plunging V-neckline and pleated hem. She styled the look with a matching fringed stole and tousled tresses.
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2003
Dave Benett//Getty Images A few months later, she showed off a strapless lace-up top while at the UK premiere of Love Actually. The punk-inspired ensemble also featured black jeans and pointy black heels.
2004
Jim Spellman//Getty Images Knightley posed in another black look while walking the King Arthur New York premiere red carpet. Her open-toed heels, bangs, and bright red lipstick tied the look together seamlessly.
2004
Jon Kopaloff//Getty Images She strayed away from her usual dark dresses when she showed up to the Hollywood Awards in a flowy tan chiffon dress with a low neckline and asymmetrical hem. She accessorized the eye-catching look with a leather clutch and black sandals.
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2005
Niki Nikolova//Getty Images Knightley attended the West End Opening Night Gala in a patterned brown midi dress with metallic silver sandals and a slouchy leather bag. She arrived hand-in-hand with fellow actor Jamie Dornan, who she was dating at the time.
2005
Evan Agostini//Getty Images For the gala premiere of Pride & Prejudice, the star wore a sculptural tartan look with adorable black heels and one of the early 2000s’ most famous accessories: a wide belt.
2005
Lawrence Lucier//Getty Images She looked very chic at the New York premiere of Pride & Prejudice in a strapless burgundy gown with a furry black shrug and head-turning gold jewelry. Her swept-back hair and statement earrings made the ensemble look extra glamorous.
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2006
Frazer Harrison//Getty Images Can we take a moment to appreciate this incredible gown? This lovely white strapless dress, with head-turning silver detailing at the waist, was designed by none other than Valentino.
2006
KMazur//Getty Images The Hollywood star rocked another gown at the 2006 Academy Awards that was a throwback to one of her earlier looks. The dark burgundy-brown dress featured an asymmetrical neckline and show-stopping fishtail hem. Her diamond choker and ring provided the perfect touches.
2007
George Pimentel//Getty Images She decided on a demure pink dress for the 2007 premiere of Atonement. The look included a wide velvet ribbon at the waist and a stylish raw-edge hem.
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2008
Dave Hogan//Getty Images Another red carpet, another incredible look. She posed at the 2008 BAFTA Film Awards in a sparkly silver-white gown with a tiered hem and ruched bodice. Her simple jewelry and hairstyle allowed the gown to truly shine.
2009
Jon Furniss//Getty Images For the Young Victoria premiere, Knightley wore a tweed two-piece skirt set boasting a chic ivory and pale pink pattern.
2010
Ferdaus Shamim//Getty Images A year later, she wore a unique short-sleeved gown boasting an eye-catching kaleidoscope pattern.
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2010
Daniele Venturelli//Getty Images Knightley always appreciates a great neutral-hued gown, as she made clear when she arrived at the International Rome Film Festival in an extravagant silk chiffon dress featuring a sculptural neckline and flowy hem. Her taupe shoes matched the look perfectly.
2011
Dominique Charriau//Getty Images A long-sleeved gown always has a touch of regalness to it. In 2011, she styled a floor-length gold patterned dress with a voluminous skirt and high neckline.
2012
Eamonn McCormack//Getty Images Knightley looked striking in a gorgeous short-sleeved gown with fabric flower details and a metallic waist belt.
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2012
Alberto E. Rodriguez//Getty Images The actress paired a light green satin gown with an embroidered hem and neckline to the premiere of her film Anna Karenina. The sweet look even came with pockets.
2014
Bertrand Rindoff Petroff//Getty Images Knightley always looks stylish, whether she’s wearing a designer gown or donning a simple two-piece set. She’s pictured here with her husband, musician James Righton, sitting in the front row at the Chanel Paris Week fashion show. Righton is outfitted in a sleek navy suit, while the actress wore a black and white set accessorized with metallic heels.
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