The fashion moments don't end when the red carpet coverage concludes—it doesn't even end after the award for Best Picture is presented. Some of the best fashion moments actually come after hours when the Oscars attendees do an outfit change and other stars emerge to join the festivities. Yes, we are indeed talking about the iconic, long-awaited Vanity Fair Oscars Party where fashion risks are taken, some pay off, and others are chalked up to a well respected attempt.
Don’t get us wrong: the 2026 Oscars red carpet was not at all disappointing. We noted the dose of spring colors that we didn’t know we needed, a dramatic feather trend as a red carpet consistency, and enjoyed the sheer, semi-naked moments that we were fed. The Vanity Fair red carpet just contributed to the already long list of looks that will be on our minds for awhile.
From Kendall Jenner in custom Chanel to Sarah Pidgeon’s subtle homage to Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, these are our favorite looks from the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party red carpet.
Cara Delevingne
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For the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, model and actress Cara Delevingne gave naked-dressing a whole new meaning. She wore a gown with abs painted onto the bodice from Thom Browne's Spring 2026 collection.
Hailey Bieber
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We said it once and we'll say it again: animal print is the trend that keeps on giving. For the Vanity Fair Oscar Party, Hailey Bieber wore a custom gown by Giorgio Armani: a strapless, shimmery leopard print number.
Bella Hadid
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For this occasion, model and fashion icon Bella Hadid opted a two-piece ensemble. She arrived in an ivory pencil skirt and crop top featuring a halter neck and scarf detail—all courtesy of Prada.
Emma Chamberlain
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Emma Chamberlain arrived in Valentino from head to toe: a pristinely embellished sequin maxi skirt that pooled into a mini train, a deep red camisole with black and tan lace trim, and yellow leather opera gloves.
Kendall Jenner
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For this red carpet appearance, Kendall Jenner arrived looking like a Disney princess in supermodel form. She went with a custom Chanel dress in a pale blue reminiscent of Cinderella.
Amelia Gray
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Amelia Gray continues to endorse and re-invent naked-dressing—the Vanity Fair Oscar Party being no exception. Shre wore sleek sleeveless black dress with a turtleneck that featured a dramatic and deep side plunge.
Connor Storrie & Hudson Williams
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Naked-dressing is for men, too! We owe a big thank you to "Heated Rivalry" stars Connor Storrie and Hudson Williams for reminding us of that. Both boys wore completely sheer tops on the carpet, Storrie's courtesy of Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello, and Williams's courtesy of Balenciaga.
Myha'la
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The full on naked dress trend made its way to the Vanity Fair Oscar Party carpet—thank you, Myha'la. The "Industry" star wore a completely sheer Valentino dress with lace details.
Quenlin Blackwell
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For Hollywood's biggest night, Quenlin Blackwell opted for a knit moment adorned with textured floral embroideries and embellishments by Chanel.
Julia Fox
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Julia Fox went for drama at the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscar Party. She wore a Viktor & Rolf couture look with dramatic straps that exceeded the heights of her actual shoulders. The dress featured grey and black floral embellishments and a full white skirt.
Emily Ratajkowski
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Emily Ratajkowski walked the carpet in a deep, moody red velvet dress with distinct draping, ruching, and a dramatic open back courtesy of Connor Ives.
Sarah Pidgeon
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In a subtle ode to Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, "Love Story" star Sarah Pidgeon walked the Vanity Fair carpet in a crystal and sequin encrusted gown by Calvin Klein Collection.
Jessie Buckley
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Newly crowned Best Actress winner Jessie Buckley swapped out her pink and red Chanel gown for another Chanel look: a shimmery black gown.
Elle Fanning
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Jessie Buckley isn't the only one who opted for a darker look for the after hours events. Oscar nominee Elle Fanning traded in her white embellished princess gown for a black sculptural look.
Teyana Taylor
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For the after party, Oscar nominee Teyana Taylor slipped into something a little more comfortable: an ivory Chanel slip dress with chain straps.
Anya Taylor-Joy
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Anya Taylor-Joy arrived look as playful as ever in a Dior bodysuit, black tights, a dramatic headpiece, and a statement necklace by Tiffany & Co.
Da'Vine Joy Randolph
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The naked dress trend was alive and well at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party. Oscar winner D'avine Joy Randolph arrived in a custom look by Karla Gil. The dress featured a lace long sleeve top with pleated cups providing all of the coverage necessary, and a slinky, draped skirt.
Demi Moore
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Demi Moore is on a feather kick. She changed her feather adorned Oscar dress for different feathers, all courtesy of Gucci. She completed the already dramatic look with black leather opera gloves.
Renate Reinsve
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Best actress nominee Renate Reinsve traded in her simple and sleek red dress for a bold, black semi-naked dress by Louis Vuitton.
Rose Byrne
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We noted that fringe was trending on fashion month runways and the Vanity Fair Oscar Party red carpet is seemingly no different. Best actress nominee Rose Byrne swapped her floral embroidered gown for a two piece set by Dior feautirng shimmery black fringe.
Dua Lipa
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Styled by Lorenzo Posocco, Dua Lipa wore black Schiapprelli gown with shiny gold fringe covering the skirt.
Kate Hudson
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Oscar nominee Kate Hudson bared her abs at the Vanity Fair party in a crystalized black gown with a distinct cutout by Gucci.
Kim Kardashian
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Kim Kardashian pulled a look right off of Demna's Fall/Winter 2026 runway: a gold form-fitting gown with long sleeves and a turtleneck.
Tate McRae
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Tate McRae was a vision in a red Ludovic de Saint Sernin gown with her glam courtesy of Neutrogena.
