6 Times Dakota Johnson Dressed For Revenge

When it comes to fashion, Hollywood star Dakota Johnson has certainly come a long way. Over the years, Dakota Johnson's most inappropriate outfits have been a major topic of discussion, but it's safe to say that her time in the spotlight has helped the actor shape a uniquely timeless style. A major part of that aesthetic has been revenge outfits, or intentional fashion choices made after a breakup, to show the world that one is doing just fine. The trend draws inspiration from Princess Diana's revenge dress that became one of the most iconic looks in fashion history.

Prior to Johnson's relationship with Coldplay frontman Chris Martin, the "Fifty Shades of Grey" actor kept her love life out of the spotlight. However, once it was known that she and the musician had broken up in the summer of 2025 after almost eight years of dating, Johnson's style noticeably upgraded. And just like that, she gave us numerous revenge-dress moments, showing she wasn't exactly sitting at home feeling sad. And it wasn't just a front. By late 2025, Johnson was linked to musician Role Model.

When Dakota Johnson showed up at the "Caring for Women" dinner in New York City in September 2025, to say that everyone's jaws were on the floor would be an understatement. In fact, the 'fit was so good it ended up on our wrap-up of the best celebrity revenge outfits of 2025. The actor wore a completely sheer black lace dress by Gucci, underneath which she was only wearing a black bra and panties. The fashion moment was a clear attempt at telling everyone that she was doing just fine, and it certainly worked.

Sheer looks are a significant part of Dakota Johnson's revenge fashion. In September 2025, the actor attended the Zurich Film Festival in Switzerland, and for the red carpet, she opted for an electric-blue gown with a completely sheer bodice and a low-waist skirt. The piece was another Gucci design, and Johnson decided to go braless underneath. The gown's color looked incredible against Johnson's features, as she once again drew all eyes to her.

In early June 2025, around the time news of Dakota Johnson and Chris Martin's breakup became public, the actor was photographed in Tribeca, New York City. Johnson strutted confidently through the neighborhood in a sheer black dress with a brown bodice, clearly not worried about her love life. The "Materialists" star accessorized with cat-eye sunglasses, gold hoop earrings, a brown purse, and black pointy heels for an effortlessly chic fashion moment.

For the premiere of the romantic drama "Materialists" in June 2025 in New York City, Dakota Johnson decided to go with a black, asymmetrical, halter gown made out of a silky material. The look was simple and elegant, yet modern, thanks to the silhouette it was creating. Not to mention that no fabric says "I've already moved on" quite like a silky black material. The actor kept the rest of her look simple with her hair down, accessorizing only with dangly earrings.

While Dakota Johnson's post-Chris Martin breakup red-carpet looks have been a master class in revenge fashion, the truth is that her street style around that time was just as jaw-dropping. In early June 2025, she was photographed in New York City in a seemingly normal everyday look. The star of "Bad Times at the El Royale" wore an all-black ensemble to show she was rising above any heartbreak: a sheer, low-cut bodysuit, dark-wash denim, and an oversized leather coat.

Dakota Johnson could certainly write a guidebook on how to elevate your style after a breakup. In August 2025, the actor walked the red carpet of the Los Angeles premiere of her film "Splitsville" in a metallic silver look that was bold yet simple at the same time. As a fashion minimalist, Johnson isn't big on accessories, allowing the statement piece to take center stage. And in this case, it was the strapless, floor-length gown.