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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Beatrice Dupuy

Oscars stars ready for their big fashion moment as red carpet opens

98th Academy Awards - (Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved)

As Hollywood’s biggest names gather for the Oscars on Sunday, A-list celebrities will have their moment in the spotlight on the red carpet. Some will win there even if they fail to take home an Academy Award.

For this year’s nominees, the Oscars red carpet is the final chance to dazzle before the curtain closes on award season. While some stars stick to traditional codes of red-carpet attire choosing to wear tuxedos and evening gowns, others shake it up with their own fresh spin on black tie dressing.

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