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Evening Standard
Evening Standard
Entertainment
Megan Howe

Oscars 2026 best dressed: The most dazzling looks from the red carpet

The 98th Academy awards have finally arrived — and with them one of the most glamorous nights in the social calendar.

As Hollywood’s biggest stars gather for the ceremony, the red carpet has once again become a showcase of dazzling fashion.

From sweeping ballgowns to tailored suits, celebrities are embracing the timeless elegance of Old Hollywood, complete with tulle skirts, sharp tuxedos and plenty of diamonds.

Whether through dramatic statement necklaces or delicate spaghetti-strap gowns, the stars are making sure their entrances are nothing short of cinematic.

Here are some of the most elegant and eye-catching looks from the Oscars 2026 red carpet.

Auli’i Cravalho

Auli'i Cravalho (AFP via Getty Images)

Charithra Chandran

Charithra Chandran (Getty Images)

Damson Idris

Damson Idris (Getty Images)

Isabella Merced

Isabella Merced (AFP via Getty Images)

Jessie Buckley

Jessie Buckley (Getty Images)

Michael Cimino

Michael Cimino (AFP via Getty Images)

Rose Byrne

Rose Byrne (Getty Images)

Orville Peck

Orville Peck (REUTERS)

Julia Aks

(Getty Images)

Elle Fanning

Elle Fanning (AFP via Getty Images)

Arden Cho

Arden Cho (Getty Images)

Joe Alwyn

Joe Alwyn (AFP via Getty Images)

Jayme Lawson

Jayme Lawson (Getty Images)

Beca Michie

Beca Michie (Getty Images)

May Hong

May Hong (Getty Images)
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