<p>Awards season officially found its fashion footing at the Critics Choice Awards 2026, where Hollywood&rsquo;s most stylish stars leaned into elegance with intention.</p>

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<p>The red carpet at the <strong data-start="127" data-end="164">31st Annual Critics Choice Awards</strong> in Santa Monica was nothing short of a fashion moment. From ethereal gowns and heritage glamour to tailoring that redefined modern elegance, these standout celebrities proved that the Critics Choice red carpet is now a defining destination for trendsetting moments in 2026. Here&rsquo;s our curated list of the night&rsquo;s best dressed stars.</p>
<h3 style="text-align: center;">The Best Dressed Celebrities at the 2026 Critics Choice Awards</h3>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Elle Fanning in Ralph Lauren</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">Elle embodied effortless sophistication in a luxe vintage-inspired Ralph Lauren gown accented with Cartier jewels that exude old Hollywood glam with a fresh twist.</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Ariana Grande in Alberta Ferretti</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">Ariana enchanted in a pale-pink, bejeweled cape gown that felt like modern fairytale couture, perfectly channeling her <em data-start="943" data-end="961">Wicked: For Good</em> vibe.</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Britt Lower in Bottega Veneta</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">The actress impressed in a textured, minimalist Bottega Veneta ensemble that elevated timeless simplicity with architectural precision.</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Ethan Hawke in Bode</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">The seasoned actor brought refined tailoring with character, opting for a distinctive Bode suit that blended classic menswear with narrative details.&nbsp;</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Jessie Buckley in Dior</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">The Hamnet star delivered sleek elegance in Dior, a silhouette that balanced structure and grace with signature Parisian poise.</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Jacob Elordi</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">The Frankenstein star worked the red carpet in a sharply tailored black suit and sunglasses, a sleek statement of timeless menswear cool.</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Chase Infiniti in Louis Vuitton</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">Chase captivated in a butter yellow Louis Vuitton ensemble &mdash; a modern take on red carpet chic with a commanding yet refined presence.</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Michael B. Jordan in Louis Vuitton</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">Jordan turned heads in a tailored Louis Vuitton burgundy look paired with Christian Louboutin shoes.</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Erin Doherty in Louis Vuitton</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">The Adolesence star stood out in Louis Vuitton, blending classic glamour with contemporary edge for a standout awards-season silhouette that wowed.</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Odessa A&rsquo;zion in OTT</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">Odessa brought youthful energy in a bedazzled Ott gown that captured red carpet attention with its bold retro edge.</p>
<h4 style="text-align: center;">Rhea Seehorn in Louis Vuitton</h4>

<p style="text-align: center;">Rhea impressed in a minimalist yet striking Louis Vuitton gown accented with Brilliant Earth jewels &mdash; a masterclass in understated elegance.</p>

Critics Choice Awards 2026: The best dressed celebrities on the red carpet

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