The attendees at the 2023 Goya Awards gala in Seville convened before the ceremony, strolling along the iconic blue carpet where every fold and shimmer seemed magnified and where the winners gathered. Some outfits sparkled, while others missed the mark—an unfortunate contrast that left fashion conversations buzzing long after the flashes faded.
Here are some of the most notable missteps on the blue carpet:
Fernando Leon de Aranoa
A monochrome look dominated by a black jacket, black trousers, and a black button-down shirt. While a sleek all-black ensemble can read chic, this choice leaned too heavily into somber minimalism. On a night built around celebration, the balance between elegance and somber formality proved tricky, and the outfit drifted toward solemn rather than striking.
Paloma Peñarrubia and Vanesa Benítez
The duo arrived hand in hand, landing squarely in the conversation about the night’s least inspired ensembles. Neither the composer’s rock bravado nor the director’s unpredictable style managed to translate into red-carpet polish. It felt more like risk-taking without a clear payoff, a reminder that bold aesthetics need sharper execution to land with confidence on a global stage.
Albert Bosch
Actress Albert Bosch chose an insect-print kimono that came across as pajama-like rather than red-carpet ready. The pattern and silhouette collided with the formal setting, creating a look that felt misaligned with the gala’s glamorous expectations and the chatter around entertainment prowess on stage that night.
Pilar Ordoñez
Pilar Ordoñez took a bold stance with a heartfelt homage to Spanish cinema, but the execution lingered somewhere between earnest tribute and uneven style. The sentiment was clear, yet the fashion register did not cement a lasting impression among the night’s great looks.
Carmen Córdoba
Between pistachio tones and slender silhouettes, Carmen Córdoba chose a fashion direction that was difficult to classify. A prominent bow drew every eye, but the overall result felt more like a statement piece than a cohesive red-carpet moment. The contrast between whimsy and formality sparked debate about balance on such a prestigious stage.