BAFTAs 2026 Best Dressed: Kate Hudson, Emma Stone and more celebs stun on the red carpet
LONDON, ENGLAND: The 79th British Academy Film Awards lit up London on February 22 at the Royal Festival Hall on the Southbank. This year’s red carpet showcased bold trends, from structured black silhouettes to vibrant pops of color and show-stopping high jewelry.
With Best Film nominees including 'One Battle After Another', 'Hamnet', 'Sinners', 'Sentimental Value', and 'Marty Supreme', the event drew a star-studded lineup, delivering glamorous gowns and unforgettable fashion moments. Here’s a look at the celebrities who dazzled on the red carpet.
1. Carey Mulligan
Carey Mulligan, nominated for Best Supporting Actress at the 2026 BAFTAs, turned heads on the red carpet in a timeless navy silk Prada gown paired with elegant Tiffany & Co jewelry. Her sleek halterneck dress, featuring a backless design with a single strap, brought classic sophistication to the evening’s biggest celebration of British film.
2. Emma Stone
Emma Stone, a Louis Vuitton ambassador, chose a classic look for the 2026 BAFTAs. She wore a custom dark silk crepe gown featuring a keyhole cutout, delicate front straps, and a subtle train, paired with matching sandals for a polished and timeless red carpet appearance.
3. Aimee Lou Wood
Aimee Lou Wood attended the 2026 BAFTAs in Emilia Wickstead’s striking Kiana gown from the pre-fall ’26 collection, pairing the elegant look with glittering Tiffany & Co jewelry.
4. Kate Hudson
Kate Hudson wowed on the 2026 BAFTA red carpet in a fiery red, off-the-shoulder satin gown by Prada. The custom dress featured a fitted bodice that cinched at the waist and flowed into a soft skirt with a subtle train, creating a classic yet dramatic silhouette.
She completed the look with sparkling statement jewelry and sleek, Old Hollywood–inspired styling, making her one of the night’s standout fashion moments.
5. Timothee Chalamet
Timothee Chalamet kept his red carpet look sharp at the 2026 BAFTAs in London with a sleek all-black tuxedo by Givenchy. He paired a double-breasted jacket with pleated trousers and a silk shirt for a classic, polished formal style.
6. Erin Doherty
Erin Doherty made a bold fashion statement at the 2026 BAFTAs in a sculptural navy gown by Louis Vuitton. The English actress chose a dramatic dress with a deep V-neckline and a voluminous, architectural skirt that brought a modern twist to red carpet style. She finished the look with a knotted diamond necklace, blending avant-garde design with elegance for a striking appearance.
7. Ellie Bamber
Ellie Bamber impressed on the 2026 BAFTA red carpet in a sleek black gown with spaghetti straps. Styled with minimal accessories and a soft updo, she radiated understated, modern elegance.
8. Gracie Abrams and Paul Mescal
Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams stood out on the 2026 BAFTA red carpet. Paul Mescal wore a black tuxedo with a white shirt, looking polished and stylish, while Gracie Abrams chose a soft pastel gown with simple jewelry and loose waves for an elegant finish.
9. Teyana Taylor
Teyana Taylor reimagined the Burberry trench coat in a silk duchesse corseted trench dress in a deep plum hue, complete with matching gloves. She elevated the look with sparkling Tiffany & Co jewelry, making an unforgettable statement on the 2026 BAFTAs red carpet.
10. Rose Byrne
Rose Byrne made her first appearance at the 2026 BAFTAs as a Leading Actress nominee for 'If I Had Legs I’d Kick You', stepping out in a custom Miu Miu halterneck gown in a soft butter-yellow hue embroidered with degradé crystals. The chiffon dress featured a cinched waist and backless silhouette that shimmered under the lights at London’s Royal Festival Hall, paired with drop earrings and a sleek updo.
