Some red carpet appearances instantly become unforgettable, and Anne Hathaway’s return to the Oscars 2026 was one of those moments. Held at the famous Dolby Theatre, the Academy Awards saw the actor step out in a glamorous look that combined vintage Hollywood style, couture fashion, and spectacular jewellery.
It had been more than ten years since Anne Hathaway last attended the Oscars, making her return even more special. Known for her graceful and polished red carpet appearances, the actor once again proved why she often features on best-dressed lists during awards season.
For the evening, Anne wore a strapless floral mermaid gown by Valentino. The outfit was styled with the help of her longtime stylist Erin Walsh. The black couture gown featured detailed floral patterns that added texture and dimension to the design.
The dramatic mermaid-style silhouette hugged her figure and flared out toward the bottom, creating a statuesque look. To add an extra touch of classic glamour, Anne paired the dress with matching opera-length gloves, a style often associated with old Hollywood elegance. Together, the gown and gloves created a look that felt both dramatic and sophisticated — perfect for the Oscars red carpet.
Her appearance also came at a time when fans are once again talking about the world of The Devil Wears Prada, the iconic film in which Anne starred. Rumours about a possible sequel have recently sparked renewed excitement, making her glamorous Oscars moment feel even more fitting for fans of the fashion-focused movie.
While the gown itself was stunning, it was Anne’s jewellery that truly caught everyone’s attention.
She wore exclusive pieces from Bvlgari’s upcoming Eclettica High Jewellery collection. The highlight of her look was the breathtaking Neoclassical Starlight necklace. The platinum necklace featured a rare 8.02-carat pear-cut Fancy Vivid Yellow diamond at its centre. Surrounding it were numerous pear-shaped, round, and step-cut diamonds, with the total diamond weight exceeding 35 carats.
The necklace was inspired by the elegant sculptural work of the famous Italian artist Antonio Canova. Creating the piece required more than 850 hours of careful craftsmanship, making it one of the most remarkable jewellery designs seen at the event.
Anne completed the jewellery set with Daphne’s Laurel earrings, which included Fancy Intense Yellow diamonds and white diamonds. She also wore two platinum rings, each featuring striking yellow diamonds that complemented the necklace.
To balance the dramatic couture and jewellery, Anne kept her beauty look classic and elegant. Her hair was styled in soft curls arranged in a romantic half-up, half-down hairstyle, giving the overall look a vintage-inspired feel. Her makeup featured rosy tones, with softly flushed cheeks and a polished pink-nude lip colour that added warmth without drawing attention away from the gown and jewellery.
With her elegant fashion choices and stunning diamonds, Anne Hathaway’s return to the Oscars proved that some stars never lose their red carpet magic.
