The stars lit up the red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards in an parade of eye-catching designs. Demi Moore, Elle Fanning, Heidi Klum and more were seen shining in couture dresses, and men such as Leonardo DiCaprio and Ken Jeong wowed in smart suits. See the best looks.
Best-Dressed Stars on the 2026 Oscars Red Carpet
Elle Fanning, who is nominated for Best Supporting Actress for her role as Rachel Kemp in the Norwegian family drama “Sentimental Value,” impressed in an angelic white gown with a full tulle skirt.
Getty“Teen Wolf” actress Arden Cho stunned in a green gown with puffed sleeves and a short train.
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GettyOne year after the Oscars upset where Demi lost out on the best actress award, she returned to the carpet for her renowned performance for “The Substance” in a fascinating feathered look.
Timothee Chalamet’s “Marty Supreme” star Odessa A’zion wowed in a black beaded seemingly kimono-inspired look.
Canadian actor Hudson Williams who plays Shane Hollander in popular hockey drama “Heated Rivalry” cut a simple silhouette in an all-black tux which he accented with a sparkling gold pin.
“America’s Got Talent” judge and supermodel Heidi Klum looked as stunning as ever in a nude toned gown with white detailing. She accented her look with several strands of pearls wrapped around her neck choker-style.
Famous mother-daughter duo Kate Hudson and Goldie Hawn looked beautiful as they posed side-by-side. Kate was interviewed a few moments later on her own, where she talked about what her Best Actress nomination for her role as Claire Sardina in the musical drama “Song Sung Blue” means to her family. When asked about her mom, she said, “She’s over there with my dad. My son’s here, and my partner. It’s a big family affair. It’s been emotional for everybody. The movie’s emotional. I think everybody that’s seen the film sees something that connects them to their own family and their own life.”
Leonardo DiCaprio, who was previously crowned Best Actor in 2016 for “The Revenant,” wore a classic tux with a bee pin on the lapel.
The Golden Globes Red Carpet Foreshadowed Several Spotted Trends
Back in January, Forbes highlighted several of the trends that set the tone for the rest of the 2026 Hollywood awards season. Color blocking was seen on stars such Lisa Ann Walter and “Gossip Girl” icon Leighton Meester.
Sheer “naked” style dresses also had a major moment. Jewel tones were also a staple, popping up on stars such as Kirsten Dunst, Michelle Khare, and Chris Perfetti.
