The 98th Oscars: Best Looks

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The 98th Oscars: Best Looks

March 16, 2026 | 10:30 PM

The Oscars have been around for nearly a century. Established in 1927 by Louis B. Mayer, the ceremony was created to honour excellence in film — but over time, it has become just as significant for fashion.

The red carpet is no longer just a prelude to the awards. It is a moment in itself. Designers, stylists, and actors come together to create looks that often define the visual identity of an entire year in fashion.

At the 98th Oscars, the balance between classic Hollywood glamour and modern styling was particularly evident. There was a noticeable return to structure — sharp tailoring, sculpted silhouettes, and deliberate simplicity — while still allowing moments of softness through fabric and movement.

What makes the Oscars distinct from other red carpets is its sense of permanence. These are not looks designed to disappear within a news cycle. They are designed to be remembered, referenced, and revisited.

Below, the standout looks from the night.

Emma Stone

Wearing: Louis Vuitton

Emma Stone on the Oscars red carpet in Louis Vuitton
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Odessa A’zion

Wearing: Valentino

Odessa A’zion on the Oscars red carpet in Valentino
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Anne Hathaway

Wearing: Valentino

Anne Hathaway on the Oscars red carpet in Valentino
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Jacob Elordi & his mom

Wearing: Bottega Veneta

Jacob Elordi with his mother on the Oscars red carpet wearing Bottega Veneta
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Demi Moore

Wearing: Gucci

Demi Moore on the Oscars red carpet in Gucci
Image: Instagram | @demimoore

Elle Fanning

Wearing: Givenchy

Elle Fanning on the Oscars red carpet in Givenchy
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Kristen Wiig

Wearing: Elie Saab

Kristen Wiig on the Oscars red carpet in Elie Saab
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Rose Byrne

Wearing: Christian Dior

Rose Byrne on the Oscars red carpet in Christian Dior
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Joe Alwyn

Wearing: Valentino

Joe Alwyn on the Oscars red carpet in Valentino
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Teyana Taylor

Wearing: Chanel

Teyana Taylor on the Oscars red carpet in Chanel
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Gracie Abrams

Wearing: Chanel

Gracie Abrams on the Oscars red carpet in Chanel
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Mia Goth

Wearing: Christian Dior

Mia Goth on the Oscars red carpet in Christian Dior
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Barbie Ferreira

Wearing: Gap

Barbie Ferreira on the Oscars red carpet wearing Gap
Image: Instagram | @barbieferreira