Update: Monday, March 16 at 9:33 a.m.: The Oscars 2026 red carpet wasn’t the only place to see great fashion last night. The annual Vanity Fair Oscars after-party delivered tons of style inspiration as well. Check out our guide to all the best looks to see everything from the Heated Rivalry boys in sheer tops to Love Story star Sarah Pidgeon’s silver Calvin Klein moment.
Update: Sunday, March 15 at 9:19 p.m.: Another big trend of the night? Feathers! Priyanka Chopra Jonas, Demi Moore, and Teyana Taylor were just a few celebrities who embraced a feathered look. Luckily, you don’t need to be wearing a ballgown to make the look work for you. Learn more about the surprisingly wearable trend for spring.
Update: Sunday, March 15 at 6:55 p.m.: As for the best beauty looks of the night, the defining makeup trend was soft, muted lips in pretty pinks. Learn more about the “ballet-slipper lips” trend and how to get the look for spring.
The Academy Awards has always brought the glamour, but the Oscars 2026 red carpet feels especially noteworthy. After all, this is a night for the industry’s shiniest stars to show up and out in the hottest haute couture.
Last year, the Oscars red carpet was full of romance—lots of delicate beading, rich tones, and silk. And so much ballerina pink! Miley Cyrus brought the drama all the way to her fingertips with little gloves, while Halle Berry shined bright like a mirror ball.
The theme of the Oscars 2026 red carpet? All about the fit. Some of the best looks of the night featured a dramatic silhouette, from Misty Copeland’s exaggerated shoulders to the voluminous mermaid skirt on Rose Byrne’s ballgown. Even the most minimalist looks were expertly tailored to fit like a glove. And we love the subtle flare on Hudson Williams’s tux pants—just enough to be interesting without distracting from the overall effect.
Yes, it was another successful night for fashion inspo and spring trend-spotting. Keep scrolling to see all the best looks from the Oscars 2026 red carpet for yourself.