When an invitation calls for the decadence of the Gatsby era, one can expect to witness something truly breathtaking. The 32nd Actor Awards have just wrapped, and the red carpet was filled with period-inspired style. This year’s best-dressed women rose to the occasion, reinterpreting the aesthetics of the ’20s and ’30s through a modern lens.
Ahead are MEGA’s top picks.
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Kate Hudson
Kate Hudson chose a cream Valentino design to achieve an ethereal effect, complete with flowing caped sleeves and a well-placed midriff cut-out. A sense of effortless grace seems to follow her everywhere, perfectly balancing high fashion with her signature California spirit.
Kristen Bell
Kristen Bell leaned into Art Deco inspiration in a pale grey Georges Hobeika Couture gown shimmering with detailed motifs. A bit (or a lot) of vintage sparkle truly goes a long way on a big night.
Mia Goth
Mia Goth channeled the Jazz Age in a Dior slip dress, layering a black beaded overlay reminiscent of traditional flapper sensibilities.
Demi Moore
Schiaparelli provided the drama for Demi Moore, who appeared in a black column gown defined by a voluminous, frothy white tulle bustle. Bold, architectural choices like these prove she remains the undisputed queen of the grand entrance.
Teyana Taylor
Ever daring, Teyana Taylor opted for a surreal Thom Browne piece featuring an abstract bodice and a high-shine skirt, accessorized with Tiffany & Co. diamonds.
Chase Infiniti
A custom hand-knit Louis Vuitton creation and matching headpiece allowed Chase Infiniti to extend her striking style streak.
Gwyneth Paltrow
Gwyneth Paltrow was radiant in a drop-waist Givenchy by Sarah Burton number. She added a pop of color by donning vintage Suzanne Belperron earclips.
Leslie Bibb
Heavy textures and rich fabrics created a regal presence on Leslie Bibb, who wore an intricate Ashi Studio dress that demanded a closer look.
Sarah Paulson
Sarah Paulson turned to the archives for a Saint Laurent look from the late seventies, featuring a deep V-neck and subtly puffed shoulders.
Sofia Carson
Elie Saab’s signature volume was on full display for Sofia Carson as she paired an embellished bodice with an expansive taffeta skirt.
Ali Larter
Ali Larter looked every bit the bombshell in her plum Zuhair Murad gown. Repossi jewelry added to her classic silver-screen look.
Sarah Pidgeon
Finally, structural pink tiers defined the Balenciaga moment for Sarah Pidgeon, rounding out the evening in a sculptural silhouette.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Top best dressed stars at the 2026 Actor Awards included Kate Hudson in Valentino, Kristen Bell in Georges Hobeika, and Demi Moore wearing dramatic Schiaparelli couture.
The 2026 red carpet theme highlighted roaring twenties vintage glamour, with celebrities interpreting classic Jazz Age, Gatsby, and Art Deco aesthetics through a modern style lens.
Demi Moore wore a custom black column gown by Schiaparelli, featuring an architectural, voluminous white tulle bustle that defined the evening’s dramatic fashion choices.
The 32nd Actor Awards featured period-inspired styles including traditional flapper silhouettes, drop-waist silhouettes, intricate Art Deco beadwork motifs, and archival late-1970s structural designs.
Kristen Bell wore a pale grey Georges Hobeika Couture gown, which incorporated detailed Art Deco motifs and vintage sparkle inspired by classic roaring twenties styles.
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