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When she’s not winning gold, Simone Biles is busy. Whether it’s doing meet-and-greets with aspiring gymnasts or participating on Dancing with the Stars, the athlete’s schedule takes her well beyond the gym mats and on to red carpets, giving ample opportunity for memorable fashion moments.
Sure, a sparkly red, white, and blue leotard is often what comes to mind when you think of Biles, who is making her third Olympic appearance at the 2024 Games in Paris. But the gymnast’s style off the mat is quite impressive too. Her penchant for sparkles is clear, whether that’s a glamorous halter dress or an athletic jersey, but she also leaves room for more buttoned-up moments that include monochrome suits. She’s also collaborated with brands like GK Elite and Athleta.
As Biles takes the stage again for the Olympics, there’s no denying she’s become a pop culture icon, flexing her fashion choices from the mat to the red carpet. Ahead, find 10 of Biles’s best looks over the years.
US Gymnastics Championships, 2023
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Biles is no stranger to making history. And last year, she did just that at the 2023 US Gymnastics Championships by winning her eighth national all-around title and becoming the first-ever gymnast to do so. Biles’s historic win came with a custom crystal-embellished leotard by GK Elite.
Met Gala, 2021
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The gymnast’s love of sparkle was centerstage at the 2021 Met Gala, where she donned a crystal-embellished gown by Area. The dress, which featured a black-and-silver bodysuit underneath, was made from 17,000 feet of Swarovski glass crystal chains and required nearly 7,000 hours to complete. You know what they say, go big or go home.
NFL Game, 2022
The Texas native cheered on the Houston Texans in a courtside-ready look. She paired n oversized jersey with denim cutoffs and white ankle booties for a fashion-forward take on game day fashion.
MTV Video Music Awards, 2021
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It’s not all sparkles for Biles. The gymnast went for a more muted palette at the 2021 MTV VMAs. The pastel pink gown, which featured an asymmetrical neckline and high slit, perfectly contrasted the gold hoops, while clear heels gave Biles the illusion of walking on air.
InStyle Awards, 2021
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Whenever she’s on the red carpet, Biles is not shy about wearing body-con dresses. This time, she went for cut-outs and a high slit to flex her glam muscle. For a balanced contrast, she opted for a dark green color and draped silhouette that softened the sexy details on the dress.
Laureus Sports Awards, 2017
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It’s clear that Biles carefully walks the line between sporty and glam. And sometimes she’s okay with doing both. The Laureus Sports Awards in 2021 were the perfect occasion for Biles to do so, pairing a geometric print mini dress with sneakers.
ESPY Awards, 2017
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The 2010s were all about the high-low hemlines. And Biles took a chance to dabble on the trend at the 2017 ESPY Awards in a royal blue mini number that bloomed into a flowy side train. She added a metallic belt and matching gladiator-style heels for an extra dose of glamour.
The Hollywood Reporter Event, 2016
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A suited up moment for Biles doesn’t look quite like anyone else’s. While others would opt for oversized suits, the gymnast opted for a fitted silhouette that’s a better match for her petite frame. To balance the bold orange look, she kept things simple with beige peep-toe heels.
CMA Awards, 2016
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Biles always goes for gold. But sometimes silver does just fine. At the 2016 CMA Awards, the gymnast opted for the metallic shade in a fitted halter gown. She kept the accessories to a minimum with dainty earrings, letting the dress speak for itself.
Olympic Games, 2016
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Few Olympic moments can top Simone Biles’s run during the 2016 Games in Rio de Janeiro, where she won four gold medals. Throughout the competition, Biles sported a red, white, and blue leotard that mimicked the United States flag.
