Oscars 2026: Gurus Style Picks the Best Dressed of the Night

by | Mar 16, 2026

From couture gowns to modern tailoring, Hollywood’s biggest night delivered unforgettable red carpet fashion moments.

The Academy Awards celebrate the year’s most powerful achievements in film, but the red carpet has always been where fashion tells its own story.

At the 2026 Oscars, Hollywood’s biggest names arrived in looks that balanced timeless elegance with modern creativity. Designers, including Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Valentino, Givenchy, Gucci, Dior, and Bottega Veneta, brought couture craftsmanship to the carpet, while stylists helped shape the visual moments that define awards season.

Several of the evening’s standout appearances came from nominees and winners themselves. Jessie Buckley, who would later win the Academy Award for Best Actress, arrived in custom Chanel, while Michael B. Jordan, later named Best Actor, showcased modern tailoring in custom Louis Vuitton.

The evening also delivered a cultural milestone when “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters won Best Original Song, making history as the first K-pop track ever to receive an Academy Award. EJAE, who walked the carpet earlier in a custom Christian Dior, later accepted the Oscar on behalf of the songwriting team after performing the song during the ceremony.

Below, Gurus Style highlights our favorite red carpet looks from the 2026 Academy Awards — the artists, designers, and stylists who turned Hollywood’s biggest night into one of the year’s most memorable fashion moments.

Gurus Style: Favorite Looks from the 2026 Oscars

EJAE
EJAE brought modern elegance to the Oscars red carpet in a custom Christian Dior. Later in the evening, she celebrated a historic moment as “Golden” from KPop Demon Hunters won the Academy Award for Best Original Song — the first K-pop track ever to take home an Oscar.

EJAE attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing a custom Christian Dior.

Ava DuVernay
Ava DuVernay delivered understated sophistication in custom Louis Vuitton paired with Pomellato jewelry, styled by Katie Bofshever. The acclaimed filmmaker continues to bring a sense of quiet power and elegance to the Oscars red carpet.

Ava DuVernay attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing custom Louis Vuitton with Pomellato jewelry, styled by Katie Bofshever.

Anne Hathaway
Anne Hathaway embraced romantic glamour in a floral Valentino SS26 Couture gown, paired with Bvlgari jewelry and styled by Erin Walsh—the look balanced timeless elegance with modern couture craftsmanship.

Anne Hathaway attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing Valentino SS26 Couture with Bvlgari jewelry, styled by Erin Walsh.

Nicole Kidman
Nicole Kidman embodied classic Hollywood refinement in Chanel, styled by Jason Bolden. The look reflected the timeless sophistication that has long defined her red carpet presence.

Nicole Kidman attends the 2026 Academy Awards in a Chanel dress, styled by Jason Bolden.

Beca Michie
Beca Michie stepped onto the carpet in a striking one-shoulder gown from Georges Chakra’s Spring/Summer 2005 haute couture collection, styled by Jordan Dorso, bringing an archival couture moment to the 2026 Oscars red carpet.

Beca Michie attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing Georges Chakra’s Spring/Summer 2005 haute couture, styled by Jordan Dorso,

Teyana Taylor
Best Supporting Actress nominee Teyana Taylor made a striking statement in a flowing black-and-white chiffon Chanel gown, paired with Tiffany & Co. jewelry and styled by Wayman + Micah. The look blended bold elegance with the commanding presence she has brought to this awards season.

Teyana Taylor attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing Chanel with Tiffany & Co. jewelry, styled by Wayman + Micah. Taylor was nominated for Best Supporting Actress.

Demi Moore
Demi Moore arrived in custom Gucci, styled by Brad Goreski. delivering a moment of feathered elegance that captured the drama of the Oscars red carpet. Following the cultural impact of her film The Substance, Moore’s appearance felt like a celebration of a remarkable year in her career.

Demi Moore attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing custom Gucci, styled by Brad Goreski.

Elle Fanning
Best Supporting Actress nominee Elle Fanning arrived in a breathtaking custom Givenchy design by Sarah Burton, styled by Samantha McMillen. The look continued her reputation as one of the red carpet’s most adventurous and consistently stylish risk-takers.

Elle Fanning attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing custom Givenchy by Sarah Burton, styled by Samantha McMillen. Fanning was nominated for Best Supporting Actress.

Jessie Buckley
Jessie Buckley walked the carpet in a custom Chanel styled by Danielle Goldberg, embracing understated elegance ahead of a major moment. Later that evening, she was awarded the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Jessie Buckley attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing a custom Chanel styled by Danielle Goldberg. Buckley later won the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Rose Byrne
Rose Byrne chose timeless refinement in a Christian Dior gown featuring delicate floral detailing. The classic silhouette offered a graceful and elegant moment on the Oscars red carpet.

Rose Byrne attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing Christian Dior.

Jayme Lawson
Jayme Lawson shimmered on the Oscars red carpet in an electric blue Loewe gown featuring intricate hand-embroidered detailing and striking 3D-printed fringe. The sculptural design delivered one of the evening’s most modern and visually dynamic fashion moments.

Jayme Lawson attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing Loewe, featuring an electric blue gown hand-embroidered with 3D-printed fringe.

Shaboozey
Shaboozey brought bold individuality to the carpet in Campillo, styled by Anastasia Walker. The look reflected his signature blend of modern style and genre-defying creativity.

Shaboozey attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing Campillo, styled by Anastasia Walker.

Michael B. Jordan
Michael B. Jordan arrived in custom Louis Vuitton styled by Jason Bolden, showcasing sharp modern tailoring on Hollywood’s biggest stage. Later in the evening, he took home the Academy Award for Best Actor.

Michael B. Jordan attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing custom Louis Vuitton, styled by Jason Bolden. Jordan later won the Academy Award for Best Actor.

Barbie Ferreira
Barbie Ferreira made a striking appearance in GapStudio by Zac Posen, paired with Leviev Diamonds jewelry and styled by Chris Horan. The look combined classic Hollywood glamour with contemporary design.

Barbie Ferreira attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing GapStudio by Zac Posen with Leviev Diamonds jewelry, styled by Chris Horan.

Jacob Elordi
Best Supporting Actor nominee Jacob Elordi embraced sleek minimalism in Bottega Veneta, styled by Wendi & Nicole. The look reflected the modern tailoring that has become a signature of his red carpet style.

Jacob Elordi attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing Bottega Veneta, styled by Wendi & Nicole. Elordi was nominated for Best Supporting Actor.

Reece Feldman
Reece Feldman stepped onto the carpet in a custom Tanner Fletcher look paired with Le Vian jewelry, styled by Amanda Lim. The ensemble blended playful tailoring with classic red carpet polish.

Reece Feldman attends the 2026 Academy Awards wearing a custom Tanner Fletcher with Le Vian jewelry, styled by Amanda Lim.

A Night Where Fashion Meets Film

From couture gowns to modern menswear, the 2026 Academy Awards once again proved why the Oscars remain one of the most important nights in fashion.

Behind every memorable look is a collaboration between artist, designer, and stylist — creative partnerships that transform red carpet arrivals into cultural moments.

At Gurus Magazine, we celebrate the intersection of storytelling and style, where fashion becomes another form of expression on one of the world’s most-watched stages.

And if this year’s red carpet proved anything, it’s that great fashion — like great cinema — always leaves a lasting impression.

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