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The 10 most unexpected (and brilliant) fashion choices by Emma Watson


We flick back through the Harry Potter actress' glittering sartorial archive 


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Tania Leslau
Tania LeslauFashion Features Editor
Updated: September 26, 2025
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Emma Watson isn’t just a Hollywood veteran - she’s a powerhouse of brains, beauty, and brilliance. From Harry Potter to global activism, she’s championed feminism and sustainable fashion to the nth degree. Effortlessly chic, the It-Brit often marries timeless elegance with eco-friendly brands, turning out mindful yet modish looks on the reg.

And then there’s Prada, and more specifically, her collaboration as the face of Prada Paradoxe perfume. The beloved actress and certified Miuccia muse brings her signature intelligence and 'English Rose' charm to each and every campaign, positioning herself as a superpower style icon in the luxury sphere.

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Yet, the Oxford native doesn't shy away from a bold look or two. From mesh panelled leggings to floral-embroidered camo print suits, Emma's wardrobe has left no sartorial stone unturned. After all, she did 'come up' in the Noughties - a tumultuous time for all of our neon-saturated wardrobes. 

Whether she’s turning heads on the red carpet or campaigning for a better world, Emma continues to prove you can be both stylish and socially conscious. And isn’t that real wizardry?

Discover Emma Watson's most unexpected looks below and join us in celebrating the actress' iconic work both on and off set.

 Emma Watson's most unexpected looks to date:

Emma Watson in green trousers as a yonug actress© FilmMagic

Green Queen

Emma attended the New York premiere of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone channelling pixie chic in head-to-toe green. The velvet and chiffon blend? So Noughties it hurts - but in the best way possible.

emma watson in camo print suit© WireImage

Camo Chic

Back in 2002, the Oxford native slipped into a striking camo print suit to attend the Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets premiere in New York. The set featured embellished floral detailing and a longline fit.

emma watson in brown leather jacket© Getty Images

Chocolate Charm

A few days later, the young actress hit the red carpet once again, this time sporting a 90s-inspired look. She layered up in a chocolate leather jacket which was coolly paired with matching boots and a silk longline dress featuring a bohemian print.  

Emma Watson attends a photocall for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows at The Renaissance St Pancras Hotel  in black mini dress© Getty Images

Punk Persona

Back in 2011, Emma attended a photocall for Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows at The Renaissance St Pancras Hotel. For the outing, she channelled her inner punk, sporting a pixie cut and Bellatrix-inspired mini dress complete with gothic black lace layered over a neon yellow slip.

Actress Emma Watson attends the 102nd White House Correspondents' Association Dinner on April 30,© Getty Images

English Rose

In the spring of 2016, Emma attended the 102nd White House Correspondents' Association Dinner. For the bash, she slipped into some navy cigarette trousers, layered under a white strapless gown dotted featuring crimson poppies and a whimsical white ruffle trim across the bust.

Sheer Excellence© Getty Images

Sheer Excellence

The actress opted for a layered look to attend the Parisian photocall for her film The Circle. She wore a sheer black maxi dress showcasing a V-neck and gold sequin detailing, which was layered over a white sleeveless tee and teamed with black point-toe heels.
mma Watson attends the 2018 Vanity Fair Oscar Party hosted by Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg © WireImage

Cleopatra Collar

Hitting the red carpet for the 2018 Vanity Fair Oscar Party, the Perks Of Being A Wallflower star championed Egyptian elegance in a strapless black gown featuring a glittering gold Cleopatra Collar.
emma watson in nensi dojaka dress© Dave Benett/Getty Images

Striped Sensation

Emma arrived at the Charles Finch & CHANEL Pre-BAFTA Party at 5 Hertford Street in March 2022 looking mesmeric in Nensi Dojaka's AW22 'Flower Velvet Mini.' The It-girl garment was paired with some striking monochrome tights with spiralling mesh panels.

emma watson in white puffy dress© Dave Benett/Getty Images

Balletcore Brilliance

The actress tapped into 'balletcore' with her chosen ensemble for the EE British Academy Film Awards in 2022. The look featured a balletic dress, complete with a halterneck top in black and a delightfully frothy tulle skirt in an ivory shade.

Prada or Nada© Dave Benett/Getty Images for Pra

Prada or Nada

A Prada girl through and through, Emma graced the scene in style at the Prada Paradoxe fragrance launch party. Sporting a black choppy pixie cut, the star radiated geek chic. She paired a grey oversized blazer with a lace overlay mini dress featuring a white collar - topping it all off with black heels and grey ankle socks.