Critics Choice Awards 2026 best-dressed celebrities

Another awards season has officially begun, with the 2026 Critics Choice Awards kicking things off Sunday evening at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica, California.

And while stars are surely pacing themselves fashion-wise and saving their best looks for the Golden Globes, SAG Awards and Oscars, there was no shortage of stellar style moments on last night’s red carpet, from Chase Infiniti’s impeccably draped Louis Vuitton two-piece to Elle Fanning’s archival gold Ralph Lauren gown.

Below, our best-dressed picks from the ceremony.

Chase Infiniti

The “One Battle After Another” breakout star stole the show in this butter yellow crêpe georgette Louis Vuitton set comprised of an ab-baring crop top and matching skirt. Messika diamonds finished things off.

Ariana Grande

In an homage to Diahann Carroll’s iconic 1969 Oscars look, the “Wicked: For Good” actress swept onto the carpet in this ethereal pink satin Alberta Ferretti gown overlaid with a floor-length, embellished tulle cape.

Swarovski jewelry and a new, darker dye job provided the perfect complements. Buh-bye, Glinda blond!

Elle Fanning

The “Sentimental Value” star swapped sweetness for spice at the Critics Choice Awards, opting for a gorgeous gold gown from Ralph Lauren’s fall 2003 collection paired with a couple of Cartier rings.

With its plunging neckline and deeply dipped back, it was a far cry from the princess-worthy pastel dresses Fanning usually picks — and a welcome change at that.

Michael B. Jordan

The “Sinners” nominee looked sharp as ever in his burgundy double-breasted Louis Vuitton suit styled with David Yurman jewels.

Denée Benton

The “Gilded Age” actress looked absolutely gorgeous in a custom silk satin bralette, under-bust corset and bias-cut skirt by Bach Mai. A sprinkling of Baetyl Fine Jewelry pieces set with complementary blue tanzanites and fiery garnets tied everything together.

Teyana Taylor

Continuing her red carpet hot streak, the “One Battle After Another” beauty bucked red carpet convention with this Saint Laurent menswear look featuring the viral thigh-high boots previously spotted on Alexander Skarsgård, Brad Pitt and Pedro Pascal. Dare we say Taylor — who finished her ensemble with Tiffany & Co. diamonds — wore them best?

Leighton Meester

Blair Waldorf would surely approve of this lovely lavender Carolina Herrera column styled with elegant Chopard jewels and luminous makeup.

Audrey Nuna

How about some capital-F Fashion at the Critics Choice Awards?! Nuna of “KPop Demon Hunters” turned heads in this circular Marc Jacobs look styled with a crystal brooch, quirky bubble pumps, twisted top knots and an Ahikoza bag.

Justine Lupe

The “Nobody Wants This” actress looked minty fresh in her embellished, bow-tied chiffon Prada gown accessorized with diamonds and pearls by Boucheron.

Ego Nwodim

Lady in red! The “Saturday Night Live” alum stunned in this high-slit scarlet Carolina Herrera look finished with a demure black bow. Her look was finished with jewels from Fred Leighton, including 1920-era diamond drop earrings and an antique ruby ring.