Nicole Kidman returned to Chanel for the Oscars 2026 red carpet on Sunday night, arriving at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood in a pale strapless look built around crystal embroidery and feathers.
Jason Bolden styled the actress, one of the evening’s presenters, in a Chanel dress that moved from a heavily embellished bustier into a softer feathered finish below. A straight strapless neckline cut across the chest. White and gray crystals and black beading formed an almost triangular pattern over the bodice, with the embellishment appearing densest at the top. At the waist, Chanel added a peplum in light beige, blush pink, nude and apricot feathers.
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The contrast came from the change in surface. The upper half looked dense, while the lower half moved into a softer, more diffused finish. A gradient feather appliqué extended down the skirt, thinning through the thigh and gathering again around the lower half and hem. Pale feathers and petal-like pieces softened the bottom edge of the skirt and extended into a short train.
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Kidman finished the look with an Omega timepiece and Chanel High Jewelry, including Endless Knot earrings in 18K white gold with Japanese cultured pearls and diamonds, the Contraste Blanc ring in 18K white gold with diamonds and a 5.1-carat emerald-cut diamond, and the Tweed Brodé ring in 18K white gold and diamonds.
The dress also fit into the Chanel stretch Kidman has been on since returning to the house as an ambassador in October 2025. She attended Matthieu Blazy’s debut Chanel show in Paris that month, then appeared again for the house’s haute couture presentation in January. Earlier this month, she wore black Chanel to the New York premiere of “Scarpetta.”
The 2026 Academy Awards honor the best films of 2025 from “One Battle After Another” to “Hamnet” and more. Hosted by Conan O’Brien, who returns for a second consecutive year as master of ceremonies, the awards show takes place at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. “Sinners” leads the night’s nominations, with a record-setting 16 nods including Best Picture. The 2026 Oscars air Sunday night at 7 p.m. ET on ABC and Hulu.