Fashion expert Rachel Zoe is revealing her favorite 2026 Oscars look, weighing in on the biggest red carpet moments from the night in a new editorial feature.
In a recent feature for The Zoe Report, Zoe shared her picks for the night’s best-dressed stars, ultimately calling one standout appearance “absolute perfection.”
Rachel Zoe Says Teyana Taylor’s Oscars Look Was ‘Absolute Perfection’
While the 2026 Oscars delivered no shortage of dramatic gowns and statement-making fashion, the ‘Real Housewives of Beverly Hills’ star pointed to Teyana Taylor as her top choice of the night.
“This custom Chanel was just beyond — there’s nothing I would change about it,” Zoe said. “It was absolute perfection. It was using black-and-white in the most perfect way with the right amount of sparkle, detail, and texture. It was modern Hollywood glamour.”
Taylor’s look quickly became one of the most talked-about of the evening, with its bold contrast, intricate detailing, and high-impact silhouette helping it stand out on a crowded carpet.
GettyNicole Kidman, Elle Fanning Among Other Standout Looks
Beyond Taylor’s look, Zoe highlighted several other standout moments from the night, including Nicole Kidman, whose feathered Chanel gown made a strong impression.
“I just think she’s absolute perfection,” Zoe said of Kidman. “I love this custom Chanel Couture. I love the beading and the peplum. I just think she looks absolutely flawless.”
Similarly, another moment that caught Zoe’s attention came from Elle Fanning, who delivered what Zoe described as a classic, old-Hollywood-inspired look.
“She looked like an absolute angel in custom Givenchy couture,” Zoe said. “Very old Hollywood Grace Kelly moment — which I love so much.”
Emma Stone and Kate Hudson Among 2026 Oscars Standouts
Meanwhile, she also singled out Emma Stone for embracing a more understated aesthetic on the red carpet.
“I think the simplicity of this is what makes it so spectacular,” Zoe explained. “The effortlessness and simplicity of this was very on point.”
Meanwhile, Kate Hudson’s look also stood out to Zoe, noting that her shimmering Armani gown delivered exactly what the Oscars carpet demands.
“She was shining like the movie star she is,” Zoe said. “She always gives the perfect amount of sparkle and glamour.”
2026 Oscars Red Carpet Delivers Standout Fashion Moments
The 2026 Oscars red carpet quickly became one of the most talked-about fashion moments of the year. Fans and industry insiders closely watched for standout looks. Zoe’s commentary adds an expert lens to the conversation, offering insight into what truly defines a best-dressed moment at the Oscars: from craftsmanship and silhouette to overall impact on the carpet.
The awards show once again proved that while trends may shift, a truly standout look still comes down to execution, and in Zoe’s eyes, Taylor’s moment on the carpet checked every box.
