Best-dressed stars at the 2026 Vanity Fair Oscars after-party who owned the silver carpet |

The 2026 Vanity Fair Oscars after-party delivered another strong fashion moment after the Academy Awards, with stars stepping out in bolder, more relaxed looks for one of Hollywood’s most-watched late-night events. Olivia Rodrigo, Bella Hadid, Dua Lipa, Kendall Jenner, Nicole Kidman, Zoe Saldaña, and Keke Palmer were among the names who stood out as the party turned into a striking compilation of glamorous looks.

Who stood out on the carpet

The silver carpet gave celebrities a second major style moment after the main ceremony. This year, the lineup was consistently impressive. Olivia Rodrigo drew early attention, while Bella Hadid, Dua Lipa, Laura Harrier, Anya Taylor-Joy, and Suki Waterhouse added more glamour to the night. Kendall Jenner, Emily Ratajkowski, Zoe Saldaña, Keke Palmer, and Nicole Kidman also ranked among the most talked-about arrivals.

The guest list was full of fashion standouts. Among the names seen in standout after-party looks were Simone Ashley, Hailey Bieber, Quinta Brunson, Julia Fox, Emma Chamberlain, Naomi Watts, Kim Kardashian, Rose Byrne, Gracie Abrams, Kate Hudson, Kiernan Shipka, Hannah Einbinder, Jessica Alba, Rachel Sennott, Cara Delevingne, Kaia Gerber, Gabrielle Union, Mindy Kaling, Eiza González, Misty Copeland, Tracee Ellis Ross, and Rita Ora. 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