There's no denying that Lupita Nyong'o [1] is one of the most fashion-forward actresses in the world. She has worn everything from slinky gold chain-link Versace dresses [2] to bright orange feather-adorned Prada gowns [3]. While she's not afraid to switch up her style [4], Lupita does have a signature pose that she seems to pull out at every major event she attends.
Practically any time the Black Panther [5] actress hits a red carpet, she uses the opportunity to give a little twirl for the photographers. Not only is the move whimsical, fun, and unexpected, but it is a much-needed break from most stuffy red carpet poses. It also gives Lupita the opportunity to show off her showstopping gowns from literally every angle. Want to learn how to spin and pose like a pro? Check out the master at work and scroll through to see all of Lupita's best red carpet twirls.
Pretty in Pink
Lupita gave a twirl in a shimmering pink Prada gown at a Chopard party [7] during the 2018 Cannes Film Festival [8].
Signature Pose
The actress wore a black Elie Saab gown [9] with gold detailing as she twirled on the 2018 BAFTA red carpet.
All in the Details
Lupita showed off every angle of her crystal-encrusted purple Atelier Versace gown [10] at the world premiere of Black Panther [11] in January 2018.
Unlikely Lavender
Lupita spun down the red carpet premiere of Queen of Katwe in a custom Elie Saab gown [12] and matching headpiece in 2016.
Sparkle and Shine
Lupita gave a few quick twirls at the premiere of The Jungle Book in a custom lime green and sequined fringe J.Crew skirt in 2016.
The Most Iconic Twirl
Lupita's most famous twirl has to be the one she took in this green Gucci number [13] that she wore to the opening ceremony and premiere of La Tete Haute during the 68th annual Cannes Film Festival in 2015. (Beyoncé later wore the same gown [14] for the Beauty and the Beast premiere in 2017.)
Multicolored Magic
The actress showed off every angle of her gorgeous Elie Saab gown [15] at the 2015 SAG Awards.
Purple Beauty
Lupita twirled in her Giambattista Valli Haute Couture gown at the 2015 Golden Globes.
Swinging Fringe
The actress spun down the red carpet of the 2014 Met Gala in a fringe '20s-inspired Prada ensemble [16].
Award-Winning Twirl
After winning her first Oscar in 2014 for best supporting actress in 12 Years a Slave, Lupita made sure to give a signature twirl in her baby blue Prada gown [17] as she gave her first postwin interview.
Red-Hot Spin
At the 2014 Golden Globes, Lupita stunned in an off-the-shoulder caped Ralph Lauren Collection gown [18] that she showed off from every single angle.
