Rihanna, Eva Longoria and More Stars Bringing ‘Butter’ Yellow Fashion to the Red Carpet in 2024

Hannah Malach

Wed, May 29, 2024 at 12:34 PM UTC

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"Butter" yellow is the trendiest shade for spring and summer, as seen on runways and red carpets.
Celebrities like Aubrey Plaza, Rihanna, and Emily Ratajkowski have embraced the butter yellow trend in their fashion choices.
Designers like Loewe, Dolce & Gabbana, and Miu Miu have incorporated butter yellow into their collections, making it a must-have color for the season.

Nothing says springtime like pastels, and this season's trendiest shade is good enough to eat. Introducing "butter" yellow: a pale lemon hue that could pass for a neutral.

Labels like Sandy Liang , Bottega Veneta and Schiaparelli sent butter yellow down the runway in recent months, setting the sunshine-y trend for spring and summer.

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Ahead, see Rihanna, Emily Ratajkowski and more stars who've brought butter yellow to the red carpet and beyond.

Aubrey Plaza

Aubrey Plaza's Loewe gown at the Emmys went viral for its resemblance to Post-it notes and naturally, a pat of butter. The actress' satin shift, which debuted on the runway last fall, featured a statement pin and a column silhouette. Plaza accessorized with gold Alexandre Birman platforms and Effy jewelry.

Rihanna

Rihanna celebrated the release of her makeup brand's new foundation in a strapless Alexander McQueen midi dress evoking an animal hide. She paired her pale yellow frock with high-heeled gladiator sandals and layered bracelets.

Emily Ratajkowski

At the King's Trust Global Gala, Ratajkowski took the plunge in a silk Dolce & Gabbana halter gown from the fashion house's fall 2002 archives.

Lila Moss

At Gucci's latest fashion show, Kate Moss' daughter, Lila, sat front row in a buttoned-up blazer and matching micro shorts by the Italian label. The up and coming model added on towering loafers in Gucci's trademark "Ancora"' red hue.

Eva Longoria

Eva Longoria stepped out during the 2024 Cannes Film Festival in a Rachel Gilbert midi dress adorned with sequin paillettes and rhinestones. The actress accessorized with tiny hoops and silver stiletto sandals.

Joey King

At the closing ceremony of the 2024 Cannes Film Festival, Joey King wore a buttery Miu Miu column gown featuring corsetry and a bow-embellished back cutout, as well as mesh elbow-length gloves adorned with rhinestones. The actress added on Gabriel & Co. diamond earrings, completing her look with black platform heels.

Celebrities Wearing the 'Butter' Yellow Fashion Trend: Rihanna, Aubrey Plaza & More [PHOTOS]

Los Angeles, CA - January 15: Aubrey Plaza arriving at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, CA, Monday, Jan. 15, 2024. (Jay L. Clendenin / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images) — Natalie Portman Thinks Pink in Whimsical Oscar de la Renta 3D Minidress for ‘Lady in the Lake’ Red Carpet Screening

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 15: Aubrey Plaza attends the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on January 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Neilson Barnard/Getty Images) — Natalie Portman Thinks Pink in Whimsical Oscar de la Renta 3D Minidress for ‘Lady in the Lake’ Red Carpet Screening

Natalie Portman Thinks Pink in Whimsical Oscar de la Renta 3D Minidress for ‘Lady in the Lake’ Red Carpet Screening

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