Oscars 2026 Red Carpet: Best Looks Live Coverage

Emma Caldwell
April 17, 2026

The 98th edition of the Oscars has not been immune to a red carpet full of spectacular looks. Although it is the film world’s quintessential party and the media spotlight is on the awards that recognize the best in the industry, the red carpet always gives plenty to talk about. And this 2026 edition could not have been less talked about.

Characterized by extreme security due to fears of attacks amid the war in Iran, this gala, in which the Spanish film Sirat was vying for two awards, has also been marked by style. Names such as Emma Stone, Anne Hathaway, Nicole Kidman or Demi Moore have made clear that the Oscars are also a crucial event for the fashion world. These have been the night’s standout looks.

Emma Stone

The best example that less is more is this special Louis Vuitton dress. A simple design crafted in a very delicate, shimmering fabric.

Elle Fanning

The actress wore a very special look worthy of a princess. It was an archival Givenchy design with a spectacular tulle skirt and a strapless bodice. She paired it with Cartier jewelry.

Nicole Kidman

Stunning and one of the best-dressed of the night. The actress stood out in this Chanel design with a feathered peplum, a strapless neckline, and a nude shade that could not suit her better.

Anne Hathaway

The actress’s Valentino was one of the night’s most acclaimed designs. In pure Hollywood red-carpet style, she chose this design with floral embroidery and a strapless neckline.

Heidi Klum

The model was among the first to arrive on the red carpet, dazzling in a Chrome Hearts dress.

Demi Moore

Feathers were the standout detail of Demi Moore’s look. A Gucci jewel and one of the most original looks of the night.

Jacob Elordi

Among the most elegant of the night and one of the highlights due to his nomination for Best Supporting Actor for Frankenstein, Jacob wowed in this custom Bottega Veneta look with Cartier jewelry.

Teyana Taylor

The actress confirmed Chanel’s versatility and met expectations with this original dress featuring a hair-effect tail.

Gwyneth Paltrow

She was the last to arrive despite her return to the Oscars red carpet being one of the most anticipated. And she chose this minimalist Armani Privé dress and a Tiffany & Co. necklace.

Manu Ríos

The Spanish actor made his Oscars debut in a Saint Laurent look with a striped shirt and a Cartier Panthère ring in white gold set with 2 emeralds, 11 sapphires, and 242 diamonds.

Zoe Saldana

The elegance of black ruled this red carpet with this dress featuring a sensual lace bodice by Yves Saint Laurent.

Kirsten Dunst

The actress proved that a black dress can be sophisticated as well, thanks to this structured Céline design.

Kate Hudson

Sequins were not missing on the red carpet, and in this edition they arrived with the actress, who chose this aquamarine Armani Privé design.

Leonardo di Caprio

The actor leaned into classic style with this Dior tuxedo featuring a rounded lapel. And if we talk about special details, the Best Actor nominee for A Battle After Another stood out for his mustache.

Renate Reinsve

The actress went all in on red with this simple Louis Vuitton dress with a very elegant minimalist touch. Strapless, asymmetrical, and a notably special side train.

Rose Byrne

Floral embroidery, a structured neckline, and a dramatic hip-skimming skirt defined the spectacular Dior dress worn by the Best Actress nominee.

Jessie Buckley

The actress chose one of the looks most loved on the red carpet: the bold pink. And she did so with a Chanel design featuring a Bardot neckline and a voluminous skirt, a custom piece inspired by Grace Kelly.

Timothee Chalamet

The actor wore one of the night’s most standout men’s looks. A total white ensemble – including the shoes – signed by Givenchy.

Chase Infiniti

The actress chose a lavender Louis Vuitton dress for her first Oscars gala. A silk design finished with an asymmetric ruffle detail that required more than 750 hours of work.

Priyanka Chopra

White is usually one of the leading colors on the red carpet, and this time we saw it on the actress, who chose this Dior dress with feather detailing.

Mia Goth

The actress wore one of the night’s most relaxed looks, but in striking white. A lace-and-floral design that blends romantic and tropical styles and made her stand out.

Kerry Condon

From Armani Privé, Kerry Condon’s black dress earned a place among the night’s most elegant. A special design with a jeweled bodice and a V-neck.

Anna Wintour

Anna Wintour took a risk with this Dior design: an asymmetric black lace jacket over a white floral-embroidered skirt.

Adrien Brody and Georgina Chapman

The actor, accompanied by his wife, looked impeccable in this Gucci suit adorned with an XL brooch.

Emma Caldwell
Emma Caldwell
I’m Clara Desrosiers, a writer and fashion editor based in Toronto. I founded Backdoor Toronto to explore the intersection of fashion, identity, and culture through honest storytelling. My work is driven by curiosity, community, and a love for the creative pulse that defines this city.