7 Times Celebrities Paid Tribute To Their Heritage on the Red Carpet

Red carpet appearances are known to bring out the best fashion moments from Hollywood’s elite. These occasions are filled with many styles of fashion, from gowns and formal wear to eclectic fashion statements that would make your jaw drop. Some celebrities use their platform on the red carpet to bring awareness to their personal identities. These celebs wear traditional garb that represent their cultures, or incorporate cultural elements to ensembles created by top designers. They represent several distinct cultures and heritages, from indigenous people like Hawaiian, Native American and Eritrean, to British and Scottish roots. And to learn more about these amazing stars, read on to discover 7 times celebrities paid tribute to their heritage on the red carpet. 

Naomi Osaka at the 2021 Met Gala 

Tennis star Naomi Osaka was actually a co chair for the 2021 Met Gala, which had a theme of “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion.” Other chair members included Timothée Chalamet, Billie Eilish and Amanda Gorman. The 24-year-old celeb is Japanese and Haitian, and her dress was custom designed by Louis Vuitton, featuring koi fish to pay homage to her Japanese heritage.