On the red carpet of the 78th Emmy Awards ceremony on 15 September 2026 at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, a mix of metallics, feathers and bold silhouettes reigned. While TV stars celebrated wins for series like “Widow’s Bay,” the public’s attention was captured not only by the statuettes but also by the outfits.
Among the best were Zendaya in a custom Prada gown with crystals and a short pixie cut. The look was completed with Mikimoto jewelry, and the actress once again confirmed her status as a style icon. Selena Gomez chose a golden Louis Vuitton dress that shone like a disco ball and fit the ceremony's theme perfectly.
Colman Domingo stunned in a colorful Valentino suit by Alessandro Michele with a bright sash and a Boucheron brooch. Nicole Kidman appeared in a white Chanel dress with feathers, while Ayo Edebiri wore a voluminous blue outfit from the same brand. These looks combined classic elegance with modern accents.
Shailene Woodley's Balenciaga look was deemed the worst: the mismatched elements — a top, sequins and gloves — looked like a random assortment pulled from a closet. Critics noted that the actress, it seemed, had no desire to please the public after her recent scandals.
Other notable moments included Elle Fanning in a mint Ralph Lauren dress and Sarah Pidgeon in a lilac Chanel chiffon outfit with pearls. The men experimented with color and cut, moving away from strict tuxedos.
Fashion at the Emmy 2026 reflected the trend toward shimmering fabrics and individuality: some took risks, others stayed in the safe zone. The red carpet once again became a field for self-expression, where every choice told its own story.
In the end, the evening was remembered not only for the awards, but also for how the stars used clothing to make a statement about themselves in a changing world of television.
