6 Best-Dressed Celebs at the 2026 Emmys: From Zendaya to Selena Gomez

Sarah Pidgeon gave a nod to Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, her character from Ryan Murphy’s Love Story, with her red-carpet look at the Emmys. And honestly, that is very iconic of her! She donned a custom lilac Chanel gown inspired by the classic ’90s slip dresses CBK wore many times during her peak. Pidgeon’s gown, styled by Emma Jade Morrison, featured pearl-strung straps, a draped cowl neckline, and intertwined crystals and beaded chains dangling over the bodice. We have just one word for it: perfect!

Meryl Streep’s daughter Grace Gummer’s pleated Dior frock with rosette and button detailing screams chic. The strapless maxi dress, styled by Nicky Campbell, worked excellently with her choker necklace and relaxed, middle-parted low updo. Gummer didn’t go all out with her makeup, keeping it subtle and letting the outfit do all the talking. 

Looks like Meryl Streep is giving her daughters some fashion tips, and they are definitely working! While Grace Gummer went for a feminine dress, Louisa Jacobson opted for a more masculine aesthetic. Jacobson was dressed in a Tom Ford suit styled by Edward Bowleg III. The look featured a black-and-white cropped blazer paired with extra-long trousers. She completed the outfit with black pumps, a diamond brooch by Tiffany & Co., and spiky earring studs. 

Over the years, Zendaya has perfected the art of making fans’ jaws drop with her red-carpet looks, and the Emmys were no different. She donned a gorgeous silver, crystal-embellished gown with a deep V-neck, custom-made for her by Prada. The look was styled by Law Roach, who is also her longtime friend. For jewelry, Zendaya went with a statement watch, ring, and studs, all featuring diamonds and pearls. To complete the look, Roach paired the gown with satin pumps from Christian Louboutin.

Selena Gomez went for an all-gold look at the 2026 Emmys, and she certainly made it work. Gomez chose a strapless gold chainmail dress from Louis Vuitton. The long pieces of chainmail were arranged in a spiraling pattern around her waist before flaring out into a mermaid skirt. Unlike Zendaya, Gomez didn’t match her jewelry to her golden dress. Instead, she went with silver jewelry, which created a contrast against the gold. For her hairstyle, Gomez kept things soft and simple, letting her hair fall in loose waves around her shoulders.

A simple-looking gown might not seem like the obvious choice for the Emmys, but Nicole Brydon Bloom proved everyone wrong when she arrived in a mint-hued dress by Lein Studio. Inspired by the 1920s, the gown featured a sleeveless square neckline, a draped drop waist, and a flowing train. She completed the look with chandelier diamond earrings and a sleek, center-parted hairstyle. What a timeless look!