When Style Comes in Pairs: Best-Dressed Couples at the 2026 Oscars

The red carpet at the 98th Academy Awards delivered its usual mix of high glamour, cinematic drama and couture spectacle, but some of the most memorable fashion moments this year arrived two at a time. From couples who perfectly coordinated their looks to those who simply understood the power of classic black-tie dressing, the 2026 Oscars proved that great style often works best in sync.

Whether it was sculptural gowns paired with razor-sharp tuxedos or understated elegance done right, these couples stood out for getting the balance just right — never matching too literally, but always looking like they belonged on the same red carpet.

Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas

Always among the most anticipated appearances, Priyanka Chopra Jonas and Nick Jonas brought full red-carpet glamour to the Oscars. Chopra wore a sculpted white gown by Dior, featuring a dramatic slit and dotted feathered detailing along the hem, paired with statement Serpenti Illusio necklace from Bvlgari. Nick Jonas complemented the look in a sharply tailored black tuxedo, keeping things classic and letting the couple’s coordinated elegance take centre stage.

Isha Ambani and Anand Piramal

The Oscars this time around saw more Indian representation and making a rare but striking appearance was Isha Ambani who attended the ceremony with husband Anand Piramal. Ambani delivered one of the evening’s most couture-leaning couple moments in an archival strapless gown by Valentino, detailed with delicate floral embroidery, styled with a diamond choker from Cartier that added a regal finish. Piramal stood out in a textured dinner jacket layered over a classic tuxedo, proving that subtle variation in menswear can still make an impact on the Oscars carpet.

Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner

Few couples drew as much attention as Timothée Chalamet and Kylie Jenner, who balanced modern tailoring with high-glamour dressing. Chalamet chose a sharply cut ivory suit from Tom Ford, while Jenner opted for a red sequinned Schiaparelli gown styled with diamond jewellery from Tiffany & Co.. The contrast between his minimalism and her high-shine glamour made them one of the night’s most talked-about pairs.

Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams

Paul Mescal and Gracie Abrams made a rare joint appearance at the 2026 Oscars, stepping onto the red carpet in coordinated black ensembles that felt equal parts classic and modern. Mescal wore a sharply tailored black tuxedo with a cropped jacket and bow tie, while Abrams complemented him in a sequinned two-piece look featuring a column skirt and dramatic scarf detail, both by Celine. The couple kept accessories minimal, letting the clean silhouettes and subtle Old Hollywood references do the talking.

Emma Stone and Dave McCary

Emma Stone arrived with husband Dave McCary for a rare red-carpet date night, continuing their tradition of understated elegance. Stone wore a shimmering silver Louis Vuitton gown with delicate cap sleeves and a softly sculpted silhouette, styled with diamond jewellery and a short, side-parted bob that echoed the evening’s Old Hollywood mood. McCary kept things classic in a black tuxedo, allowing Stone’s luminous look to take centre stage, the pair posing briefly together before she walked the carpet solo.

Chris Evans and Alba Baptista

Chris Evans and wife Alba Baptista made one of the night’s most talked-about appearances, stepping out together at the Oscars for the first time as a married couple. Evans wore a navy Giorgio Armani double-breasted tuxedo styled with a crisp white shirt, bow tie and Chopard accessories, while Baptista chose a glamorous satin gown by Zuhair Murad with a draped bodice and thigh-high slit. Keeping their styling refined and coordinated, the pair struck the perfect balance between modern Hollywood polish and classic red-carpet romance.

Usher and Jennifer Goicoechea

Usher and Jennifer Goicoechea brought date-night glamour to the Oscars, with Goicoechea choosing a striking black halter-neck gown with a deep V neckline and a mermaid silhouette that extended into a sweeping train. Usher kept things crisp in a white double-breasted jacket styled with black pants.

Conan O’Brien and Liza Powel O’Brien

Host for the evening, Conan O'Brien attended the ceremony with wife Liza Powel O'Brien, the couple bringing a polished, traditional elegance to the red carpet. O’Brien wore a classic black tuxedo with satin lapels and bow tie, while Powel O’Brien chose a refined evening gown in a timeless silhouette, paired with diamond jewellery that added a subtle note of glamour. Their appearance reflected the evening’s broader return to structured, classic formalwear on the Oscars carpet.

Spike Lee and Tonya Lewis Lee

Never ones to shy away from personality, Spike Lee and Tonya Lewis Lee brought individuality to the carpet. Spike Lee wore a patterned blazer layered over a formal look with his signature hat, while Tonya Lewis Lee chose a gold gown by Schiaparelli, styled with statement pieces from Boucheron. Together, they proved that Oscars dressing doesn’t have to be predictable to feel appropriate.

To Wrap it Up

At the Academy Awards, individual fashion moments often dominate the conversation, but the 2026 red carpet was a reminder that style can be even more impactful when it comes in pairs. From bold couture statements to perfectly executed black-tie dressing, these best dressed couples proved that the secret to standing out isn’t matching outfits — it’s sharing the same sense of occasion.