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All The Best And Worst Dressed On The 2026 SAG Red Carpet
The 2026 SAG Awards saw some beautifully dressed celebrities – and some serious misfires.
The Screen Actor Awards, held on March 1 at the Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles, marked a new chapter in Hollywood’s awards season.
Formerly known as the SAG Awards, this was the ceremony’s debut under the Actor Awards name, and the first to present a formal fashion theme for the red carpet: ‘Reimagining Hollywood Glamor From the ’20s and ’30s.’
Designers and stylists took the cue seriously, blending modern silhouettes with classic lines, drop waists, Art Deco details, and other references to the flapper and early cinema eras.
From statuesque gowns to adventurous interpretations of vintage couture, the carpet was predictably divided between looks that celebrated the brief and brilliant glam of Hollywood’s Golden Age and those that seemed uncertain how to translate that inspiration.
Critics weighed in across publications, with some outfits praised as visionary and others dismissed as missteps or ill-fitting experiments.
Below is a breakdown of standout fashion moments that left critics and fashion fans buzzing, both for excellence and for questionable execution.
Best Dressed
Teyana Taylor in Thom Browne
Teyana Taylor was one of the most talked-about figures on the red carpet, and not just because of her magnetic presence.
She wore a custom Thom Browne gown that played with illusion and sculpture, described in Vogue as a ‘trompe l’oeil corset that traced the contours of her bust like a Greek statue,’ flowing into a metallic sequined skirt with a dramatic train.
This look subverted the traditional ‘naked dress’ trope into something architectural and powerful, giving fashion critics plenty to admire.
Rosé (from BLACKPINK) in Louis Vuitton
Rosé delivered a striking take on the theme with a custom Louis Vuitton gown (coverage from Vogue highlights this look as one of the night’s best).
The dress married classic drop-waist proportions with a modern couture energy, a perfect example of the theme executed with confident fashion sensibility.
Kristen Bell in Georges Hobeika couture
As host of the ceremony, Kristen Bell embraced the theme fully. She appeared in a sparkling sheer gown by Georges Hobeika Couture with art-deco inspired beading and a dramatic pleated satin overskirt.
ELLE noted how her ensemble embodied the glamor directive with both structure and sparkle, anchored by complementary jewelry and platform heels.
Rose Byrne in Chanel
Rose Byrne stood out in a timeless white Chanel gown featuring a classic drop waist, sourced from fashion coverage highlighting this elegant interpretation of ’20s cinema style.
The simplicity and refinement of the silhouette were praised as one of the night’s most successful nods to vintage glamor.
Michael B. Jordan in Tom Ford
Among the male attendees, Michael B. Jordan’s look was met with near-universal approval.
Covered as a fashion highlight in multiple outlets, his Tom Ford suit was described by AOL as ‘pure class, pure style,’ with critics noting ‘not a single thread out of place.’
Jordan brought a sophisticated blend of tailoring and understated drama that elevated classic menswear.
Mia Goth in Dior
Mia Goth continued her signature gothic-romantic red carpet narrative in a sparkling Dior creation that leaned into old Hollywood shimmer with modern edge.
While some details of the skirt and lace trim drew mixed commentary, many fashion watchers agreed she delivered one of the night’s most memorable silhouettes: dark, sleek, and fashion-forward.
Emma Stone in shimmering purple chainmail elegance
Stone arrived in a slinky purple chainmail dress paired with a matching beaded bolero jacket, a look described by InStyle as a standout example of how to marry vintage cues with contemporary sophistication.
The dress’s scoop neckline and spaghetti straps allowed the delicate shimmer of the chainmail fabric to catch every camera flash, while the coordinating bolero added structure and a nod to the formal sensibilities of bygone Hollywood.
Worst Dressed
Odessa A’zion in Giorgio Armani Privé
Odessa A’zion’s appearance was one of the most divisive points of the evening.
While Harper’s Bazaar celebrated her shaggy Armani Privé jumpsuit’s vibrant fringe and dramatic curls, others described the outfit with less flattering language, one prominent fashion site compared the extravagant fringe to a ‘pile of hair,’ suggesting that the look’s chaotic energy overshadowed its thematic intent.
Sarah Pidgeon in Balenciaga
Sarah Pidgeon’s structured pink Balenciaga gown was ambitious but not universally loved.
Critics pointed out that while the bold silhouette was striking, the low-set waist and tiered shape gave her figure an awkward proportion, dimming the impact on the red carpet and making the gown feel heavy rather than elegant.
Jessie Buckley in Balenciaga
Jessie Buckley’s gown, also by Balenciaga, was another controversial look.
While undeniably a high-fashion piece, it was criticized for being too subdued and formal when fashion fans were craving more daring interpretations of the theme.
Some commentators described it as one of the more ‘least interesting’ designer moments of her career, a rare miss for someone known for riskier red carpet choices.
Jenna Ortega in a boudoir-style dress
Jenna Ortega took a bold risk with a boudoir-inspired dress that some sources called out as mismatched for the event.
Critics suggested that while individuality is commendable, the look felt more suited to editorial than an awards gala, detracting from the overall theme rather than enhancing it.
Gwyneth Paltrow in Givenchy
Gwyneth Paltrow’s black Givenchy gown was unexpected – and not in a flattering way for all viewers.
Though the plunging neckline and lace details were lauded for daring, some took issue with the overall proportions and shape, describing it as an odd blend of lingerie aesthetics and old Hollywood references that didn’t quite cohere.
Megan Stalter in leopard print
Megan Stalter’s choice took a bold turn with a leopard-print ensemble that critics felt bypassed glamor entirely.
Some noted that the outfit came off more as a costume than couture, undermining the sophistication that many felt the red carpet theme called for.
Fashion commentators broadly agreed that the night featured a mix of stunning interpretations of vintage glamor and less successful experiments.
Slip dresses, beaded elements, sheer fabrics, and Art Deco beading made repeat appearances; however, looks that seemed lodged between eras or that forsook structure for novelty often landed on ‘worst dressed’ lists.
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