At the Academy Awards this year, the red carpet once again proved that Hollywood’s biggest night is as much about fashion as it is about film.
Stars were seen arriving in a parade of high glamour, offering a masterclass in modern eveningwear.
This year’s looks balanced classic Hollywood elegance with a sense of risk.
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Sculptural silhouettes, dramatic trains and shimmering embellishments dominated the carpet, while sharply tailored suits signalled a continued shift towards classic yet daring red-carpet dressing.
Rich textures – from liquid metallics to feather-light chiffons – caught the flash of cameras, creating moments designed to capture attention.
2026 Oscars red carpet fashion
Elle Fanning poses. Photo: Reuters
Timothee Chalamet. Photo: AP
Michael B Jordan. Photo: AP
Demi Moore. Photo: Reuters
Emma Stone. Photo: AP
Jacob Elordi. Photo: AP
Wunmi Mosaku. Photo: AP
Jessie Buckley poses on the red carpet during the 2026 Oscars arrivals. Photo: Reuters
Nicole Kidman. Photo: AP
Gwyneth Paltrow. Photo: AP
Anne Hathaway. Photo: AP
Priyanka Chopra. Photo: AP
Kirsten Dunst. Photo: AP
