From the red carpet to the aisle – when the Oscars become wedding inspiration

The 2026 gala, which took place last night, was no exception. When Hollywood’s stylists pull out their most carefully crafted looks, something interesting happens: the line between red carpet and bridal fashion becomes blurred.

Bridal vibes on the red carpet

One of the evening’s most talked-about looks came from Elle Fanning, nominated for Best Supporting Actress. She wore a white strapless couture gown by Givenchy, designed by Sarah Burton. A choice that felt equal parts bridal and old Hollywood, with references to Grace Kelly. The result was a look that could just as easily have been created for an iconic film star of the 1950s as for a bride today.

It is precisely this sort of reference that makes the red carpet so relevant to the world of weddings. When couture houses work with white silhouettes and dramatic skirts, the result is often something that feels tailor-made for the walk down the aisle.

A Swedish hair detail on the world’s biggest red carpet

Amidst all the couture gowns and bespoke suits, a Swedish detail also made an appearance on this year’s red carpet. Gwyneth Paltrow wore her hair styled with extensions from the Swedish brand BHBD.

Her look was kept understated and sophisticated, with her hair playing a central role in the overall effect. A perfect example of how hair can become just as important a part of the styling as the dress itself.

BHBD, which specialises in premium hair extensions, has quickly become a go-to brand for many stylists internationally. It’s particularly exciting for us to see this, as we also collaborated with BHBD in our FW’25 magazine, where their extensions were featured in our major feature, ‘Veil of Length’.

The groom takes centre stage

Men’s fashion on the red carpet has become considerably more interesting. We saw a clear shift away from the classic standard tuxedo and towards something more style-conscious. The suits were sharper, the lines cleaner and the proportions more carefully considered. Minimalism met couture attitude, even for men.

Hollywood has long understood that a really good suit can be just as iconic as any couture dress. For the modern groom, this means a new sense of freedom. Rather than simply ‘wearing a tuxedo’, it’s about creating a look – something personal, well-tailored and with the same fashion sense as the bride’s outfit.

Where Hollywood and weddings meet

That is why the Oscars continue to be an unexpected yet obvious source of inspiration for weddings. Not to copy a look exactly, but to capture the feel of the couture volume, the tailored suit, the jewellery, the silhouette, the poise. Because somewhere between the camera flashes and the couture gowns, there’s always the same idea: dressing for one of life’s greatest moments.