Red carpet report card: Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes retrospective

Kate Kennedy
Published Jul 05, 2012  •  Last updated Jul 06, 2012  •  < 1 minute read
  1. We grade some of the pair's most memorable red carpet moments, as a couple and from the beginning.
  2. Event: Vanity Fair Oscar Party in West Hollywood Year: 2012 Grade: A By February 2012, the couple had red carpet dressing down pat. Katie's richly hued Elie Saab gown looked perfectly stunning. And see how Tom's tiny white pocket square balances his wife's lightly hued clutch? That's not by accident. (Brian To/WENN.com)
    Event: Vanity Fair Oscar Party in West Hollywood Year: 2012 Grade: A By February 2012, the couple had red carpet dressing down pat. Katie's richly hued Elie Saab gown looked perfectly stunning. And see how Tom's tiny white pocket square balances his wife's lightly hued clutch? That's not by accident. (Brian To/WENN.com)Photo by Mandatory Credit: Brian To/WENN.com
  3. Event: "Mission: Impossible: Ghost Protocol" premiere in New York Year: 2011 Grade: A In a feminine navy Holmes & Yang dress, Katie was her own brand's best advertisement. She accessorized with a gold pendant she's been spotted wearing a lot in 2012. Tom wore a no-fuss slim suit and matched his tie to his wife's look. The pair don't look quite like the adoring couple they were in 2005, do they? (Andres Otero/WENN.com)
    Event: "Mission: Impossible: Ghost Protocol" premiere in New York Year: 2011 Grade: A In a feminine navy Holmes & Yang dress, Katie was her own brand's best advertisement. She accessorized with a gold pendant she's been spotted wearing a lot in 2012. Tom wore a no-fuss slim suit and matched his tie to his wife's look. The pair don't look quite like the adoring couple they were in 2005, do they? (Andres Otero/WENN.com)Photo by Mandatory Credit: Andres Otero/ WENN.com
  4. Event: "The Kennedys" premiere in Beverly Hills Year: 2011 Grade: B Katie looked gorgeous and casual (and not a day older than Joey Potter) in a heather grey sundress while Tom needed to tuck in his shirt and figure out his collar situation. Maybe he was letting her shine? (WENN.com)
    Event: "The Kennedys" premiere in Beverly Hills Year: 2011 Grade: B Katie looked gorgeous and casual (and not a day older than Joey Potter) in a heather grey sundress while Tom needed to tuck in his shirt and figure out his collar situation. Maybe he was letting her shine? (WENN.com)
  5. Event: "The Romantics" screening in New York Year: 2010 Grade: A Katie looks like a hot mamma is a micro mini dress and rose pumps for a pop of colour. Tom didn't dress up too much for his gal's premiere but overall the pair are dang easy on the eyes. Ten bucks he's asking her how long it will be until they can attend one of his screenings. (WENN.com)
    Event: "The Romantics" screening in New York Year: 2010 Grade: A Katie looks like a hot mamma is a micro mini dress and rose pumps for a pop of colour. Tom didn't dress up too much for his gal's premiere but overall the pair are dang easy on the eyes. Ten bucks he's asking her how long it will be until they can attend one of his screenings. (WENN.com)
  6. Event: "Knight and Day" premiere in Spain Year: 2010 Grade: C A bit of a flop in the couple's otherwise stellar record. Though we like the neckline of Katie's dress, the ruffled skirt didn't hit her leg at the most flattering spot and her dark banded heels shorten her gams. Tom chose jeans almost the exact colour of his coat - why not just wear a suit? (Do you think he's asking her if they can do that pose they learned in dance class?) (Sean ThortonWENN.com)
    Event: "Knight and Day" premiere in Spain Year: 2010 Grade: C A bit of a flop in the couple's otherwise stellar record. Though we like the neckline of Katie's dress, the ruffled skirt didn't hit her leg at the most flattering spot and her dark banded heels shorten her gams. Tom chose jeans almost the exact colour of his coat - why not just wear a suit? (Do you think he's asking her if they can do that pose they learned in dance class?) (Sean ThortonWENN.com)
  7. Event: The National Movie Awards at Royal Festival Hall in London Year: 2010 Grade: A Katie's chevron maxi dress perfectly balanced Tom's classic black suit, making both stars' looks shine. (WENN.com)
    Event: The National Movie Awards at Royal Festival Hall in London Year: 2010 Grade: A Katie's chevron maxi dress perfectly balanced Tom's classic black suit, making both stars' looks shine. (WENN.com)Photo by WENN.com
  8. Event: "Valkyrie" premiere in London Year: 2009 Grade: B+ Back to her standard look - a neutral hued dress with detailed embroidery - Katie was youthful in a deep blue Escada that tied over her shoulders. Tom looks rather hunky in a double-breasted suit with classic peaked lapels. (WENN.com)
    Event: "Valkyrie" premiere in London Year: 2009 Grade: B+ Back to her standard look - a neutral hued dress with detailed embroidery - Katie was youthful in a deep blue Escada that tied over her shoulders. Tom looks rather hunky in a double-breasted suit with classic peaked lapels. (WENN.com)
  9. Event: "Valkyrie" premiere in Berlin Year: 2009 Grade: B+ At yet another of Tom's premieres, the pair stand as one in black. Katie's blouson Escada is a tad somber but hangs beautifully on her lean statuesque frame. Tom looks like he was born in his one-button suit with peaked lapels. (WENN.com)
    Event: "Valkyrie" premiere in Berlin Year: 2009 Grade: B+ At yet another of Tom's premieres, the pair stand as one in black. Katie's blouson Escada is a tad somber but hangs beautifully on her lean statuesque frame. Tom looks like he was born in his one-button suit with peaked lapels. (WENN.com)Photo by WENN.com
  10. Event: "Valkyrie" premiere in Japan Year: 2009 Grade: A Katie's gorgeous long locks (which she was rumoured to have spent thousands of dollars creating for that night) reminded us of the fresh young thing we fell in love with - along with her cheerful Jason Wu strapless dress. Minus a half grade for Katie's leggings, but plus a half grade to Tom for leaving his wide grey tie at home for the night. (WENN.com)
    Event: "Valkyrie" premiere in Japan Year: 2009 Grade: A Katie's gorgeous long locks (which she was rumoured to have spent thousands of dollars creating for that night) reminded us of the fresh young thing we fell in love with - along with her cheerful Jason Wu strapless dress. Minus a half grade for Katie's leggings, but plus a half grade to Tom for leaving his wide grey tie at home for the night. (WENN.com)
  11. Event: A Night to Benefit Raising Malawi and UNICEF at the United Nations in New York Year: 2008 Grade: A+ Even critics of her bob had to agree that Katie looked chic in her Alexander McQueen dress and badass Roger Vivier heels. Tom's velvet jacket with a shawl collar was equally luxe. (Michael Carpenter/WENN.com)
    Event: A Night to Benefit Raising Malawi and UNICEF at the United Nations in New York Year: 2008 Grade: A+ Even critics of her bob had to agree that Katie looked chic in her Alexander McQueen dress and badass Roger Vivier heels. Tom's velvet jacket with a shawl collar was equally luxe. (Michael Carpenter/WENN.com)
  12. Event: "Mad Money" premiere in Los Angeles Year: 2008 Grade: A- Tom made a little extra effort in a velvet coat with a striped grey tie to match Katie's strapless beaded Armani dress. (Nikki Nelson/WENN.com)
    Event: "Mad Money" premiere in Los Angeles Year: 2008 Grade: A- Tom made a little extra effort in a velvet coat with a striped grey tie to match Katie's strapless beaded Armani dress. (Nikki Nelson/WENN.com)Photo by Nikki Nelson/ WENN
  13. Event: Essence magazine celebrates black women in Hollywood in Beverly Hills Year: 2008 Grade: A- Tom's suit was a lot of fabric on his small frame, but we love that his tie and vest matched her purple peep-to pumps, and how fabulous does Katie's figure look in this draped houndstooth dress? We're surprised homegirl didn't take off without him right then and there. (Apega/WENN.com)
    Event: Essence magazine celebrates black women in Hollywood in Beverly Hills Year: 2008 Grade: A- Tom's suit was a lot of fabric on his small frame, but we love that his tie and vest matched her purple peep-to pumps, and how fabulous does Katie's figure look in this draped houndstooth dress? We're surprised homegirl didn't take off without him right then and there. (Apega/WENN.com)Photo by Apega/WENN
  14. Event: Tropic Thunder premiere in Los Angeles Year: 2008 Grade: B+ Katie embraced her inner Betty Boop in a navy dress with a leather bodice and halter neck, while Tom looked like he tossed on a sport coat after a day of lounging at the country club. (Nikki Nelson/WENN.com)
    Event: Tropic Thunder premiere in Los Angeles Year: 2008 Grade: B+ Katie embraced her inner Betty Boop in a navy dress with a leather bodice and halter neck, while Tom looked like he tossed on a sport coat after a day of lounging at the country club. (Nikki Nelson/WENN.com)Photo by Nikki Nelson/ WENN
  15. Event: "Lions For Lambs" screening in Los Angeles Year: 2007 Grade: B+ Katie outshone Tom in a beautifully draped Grecian dress with elegant gold accessories. Tom's tie is a bit too much and his haircut is dorky, but it's probably for a film so we'll let it slide. (Apega/WENN.com
    Event: "Lions For Lambs" screening in Los Angeles Year: 2007 Grade: B+ Katie outshone Tom in a beautifully draped Grecian dress with elegant gold accessories. Tom's tie is a bit too much and his haircut is dorky, but it's probably for a film so we'll let it slide. (Apega/WENN.com
  16. Event: "Lions For Lambs" premiere in Berlin Year: 2007 Grade: A Katie's "chic phase," from 2007 to 2008, was expressed in her sleek bob and beautifully fitted dresses with clean lines and intricate details, like this shiny Armani Prive dress and matching shoes with bow detailing. (WENN.com
    Event: "Lions For Lambs" premiere in Berlin Year: 2007 Grade: A Katie's "chic phase," from 2007 to 2008, was expressed in her sleek bob and beautifully fitted dresses with clean lines and intricate details, like this shiny Armani Prive dress and matching shoes with bow detailing. (WENN.comPhoto by WENN
  17. Event: Vanity Fair Oscar Party Year: 2007 Grade: B+ It may not have been the best hue for her olive skin, but Katie really looked gorgeous in an Armani gown with handsome layers and folds at the front. You can bet Tom was in Armani, too. The couple wore the designer throughout their wedding week a few months beforehand in November 2006. (Jody Cortes/WENN.com)
    Event: Vanity Fair Oscar Party Year: 2007 Grade: B+ It may not have been the best hue for her olive skin, but Katie really looked gorgeous in an Armani gown with handsome layers and folds at the front. You can bet Tom was in Armani, too. The couple wore the designer throughout their wedding week a few months beforehand in November 2006. (Jody Cortes/WENN.com)
  18. Event: Mentor LA's Promise Gala in Los Angeles Year: 2007 Grade: B+ Katie Holmes was spot-on in a high-waisted skirt (ideal for her slightly pear-shaped figured) and ivory blouse. Her husband never looked better in a great fitting suit with a pocket square to match his tie. Heck, he even looks a little taller. (Chuck Davis/Hottwire.net/WENN.com)
    Event: Mentor LA's Promise Gala in Los Angeles Year: 2007 Grade: B+ Katie Holmes was spot-on in a high-waisted skirt (ideal for her slightly pear-shaped figured) and ivory blouse. Her husband never looked better in a great fitting suit with a pocket square to match his tie. Heck, he even looks a little taller. (Chuck Davis/Hottwire.net/WENN.com)Photo by Mandatory Credit: Danny Clifford/Hottwire.net/WENN.com
  19. Event: Fundraiser for the New York Rescue Workers Detoxification Project Year: 2007 Grade: B+ Katie looked relaxed and sexy in a black tunic over leggings, which was s different look from her usual fitted dresses. Tom went a little too dressy in a black suit with unfortunate sunglasses and a pair of heels. (Doug Meszler/WENN.com)
    Event: Fundraiser for the New York Rescue Workers Detoxification Project Year: 2007 Grade: B+ Katie looked relaxed and sexy in a black tunic over leggings, which was s different look from her usual fitted dresses. Tom went a little too dressy in a black suit with unfortunate sunglasses and a pair of heels. (Doug Meszler/WENN.com)Photo by Doug Meszler / WENN
  20. Event: "Mission: Impossible III" premiere in Los Angeles Year: 2006 Grade: B+ Tom donned a slick suit with "cool guy" shades and Katie matched him in a simple black dress with a tie around the bust. Her shoes are a little matronly, but girlfriend gave birth to Suri less than a month beforehand so who cares? (Jody Cortes/WENN.com)
    Event: "Mission: Impossible III" premiere in Los Angeles Year: 2006 Grade: B+ Tom donned a slick suit with "cool guy" shades and Katie matched him in a simple black dress with a tie around the bust. Her shoes are a little matronly, but girlfriend gave birth to Suri less than a month beforehand so who cares? (Jody Cortes/WENN.com)
  21. Event: "War of the Worlds" premiere in Hollywood Year: 2005 Grade: B+ Still on their world tour of courtship, Katie and Tom wore matching leather coats and jeans for a ride to the premiere on his motorcycle. Tom was clever to bare his brawn for his female following that night - he must have been training up for a "Mission Impossible" film at the time. (Nikki Nelson/WENN.com)
    Event: "War of the Worlds" premiere in Hollywood Year: 2005 Grade: B+ Still on their world tour of courtship, Katie and Tom wore matching leather coats and jeans for a ride to the premiere on his motorcycle. Tom was clever to bare his brawn for his female following that night - he must have been training up for a "Mission Impossible" film at the time. (Nikki Nelson/WENN.com)
  22. Event: "War of the Worlds" premiere in London Year: 2005 Grade: B+ Katie's gorgeous locks and slip dress with a sheer overlay were romantic. Tom, again, should have worn slacks. This must have been before his stylist cracked the whip. (Z.Tomaszewski/WENN.com)
    Event: "War of the Worlds" premiere in London Year: 2005 Grade: B+ Katie's gorgeous locks and slip dress with a sheer overlay were romantic. Tom, again, should have worn slacks. This must have been before his stylist cracked the whip. (Z.Tomaszewski/WENN.com)
  23. Event: "War of the Worlds" premiere in New York Year: 2005 Grade: B+ Katie glowed in a Tiffany blue cocktail dress with a beautiful ruched bodice and low back. Tom could have spared us the jeans. (POP/WENN.com)
    Event: "War of the Worlds" premiere in New York Year: 2005 Grade: B+ Katie glowed in a Tiffany blue cocktail dress with a beautiful ruched bodice and low back. Tom could have spared us the jeans. (POP/WENN.com)

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Known for their love of Armani and coordinated style,Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes have delivered nearly impeccable red carpet looks since 2005.

 

 

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