Updated March 15, 2026, 6:26 p.m. ET
Before duking it out for gold, Sunday’s Oscars attendees have likely already faced “One Battle After Another“: finding that perfect dress, tuxedo or ensemble in between, dodging the prickly pins of tailors in fittings, and sitting, sometimes hours for perfectly coiffed hair and flawless makeup.
And after a team put the celebrities together – perhaps not dissimilarly to “Frankenstein” – Hollywood’s biggest names began sauntering down the red carpet outside of Los Angeles’ Dolby Theatre, hoping to reign (Marty) supreme on best-dressed lists everywhere.
Here are our favorite looks of the evening, so far, in no particular order.
Be sure to check back in, as we’ll be updating this story with more honorees throughout the night.
Rose Byrne
Rose Byrne, star of “If I Had Legs I’d Kick You,” had a leg up on the others in a black strapless gown with three-dimensional metallic florals sprouting across the Dior design and its train.
Felicity Jones
The word felicity means intense bliss, and Jones’ sunny frock could not make us happier. The Prada gown, with peek-a-book paneling, is timeless and chic with tulle and pearl embellishments.
Wunmi Mosaku
“Sinners” actress Wunmi Mosaku needs not ask for forgiveness for her glitzy emerald gown. Dressing a bump can be tricky, but Mosaku shines in the sequin gown that hugs her curves.
Jessie Buckley
“Hamnet” heroine Jessie Buckley nailed an allusion to Grace Kelly’s ensemble for the 1956 Academy Awards, E! pointed out on its red carpet pre-show. The off-the-shoulder Chanel number color-blocked a vibrant cherry and pastel pink that allowed the actress to pop on the carpet.
Shaboozey
Shaboozey remixing the classic penguin suit is music to our ears. The “Good News” singer looked dashing in a cropped jacket, wide-leg pants by Campillo and eye-catching accessories.
