The 2026 Academy Awards red carpet saw its share of fashion missteps, with several celebrities drawing criticism for their unconventional choices. From overly decadent suits to eyebrow-raising silhouettes, the event was not without its fashion don'ts.
Director Chloé Zhao, known for her work on Hamnet, sparked comparisons to the Grim Reaper from certain angles, wearing a black dress complete with an eerie veil. Meanwhile, Canadian TV star Kevin O'Leary opted for a strangely medieval-looking suit, accessorised inexplicably with a vintage 2004 NBA card hanging around his neck.
Timothée Chalamet, star of Marty Supreme, ruined an otherwise suitable all-white tuxedo with a performative pair of sunglasses. These looks, among others, left fashion critics questioning the celebrities' choices for the lavish occasion.
