The Vanity Fair Oscar after-party is legendary for being the most photographed event in Hollywood. Every year, celebrities arrive with carefully planned looks, supported by teams of makeup artists and stylists, to ensure they are camera-ready.
However, the secret ingredient of the red carpet has traditionally been the lighting.
For years, insiders praised the event’s soft, carefully calibrated glow for making everyone look their best. But at the 2026 Oscars after-party, something changed.
