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Alright, folks! The Oscars red carpet was all glitz and glam, but once the parties kicked off, things got wild. We’re talking outfits that made us do double takes and wonder, "Are they serious?" Here’s 27 celebs who took fashion risks at the 2026 Oscars afterparties and, well, didn’t exactly win the style award.

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#1

Kim Kardashian’s “Really? The Hair?” Moment

Kim Kardashian’s “Really? The Hair?” Moment

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Kim showed up dripping in gold sequins, rocking a Gucci gown that hugged her curves like it owed her rent. But, plot twist - the hair! Fans were not having it. One said, “All that glam and your hair ruins it?” Oof. And those giant platform shoes? Apparently not made for walking.

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    Emma Chamberlain’s Dishwasher-Ready Style?

    Emma Chamberlain’s Dishwasher-Ready Style?

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    Emma’s red and silver combo was kinda cool, but those bright yellow opera gloves? Some felt she was just trying too hard, or maybe ready for dish duty instead of a party. Bold move!

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    #3

    EJAE’s Feather Drama

    EJAE’s Feather Drama

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    EJAE killed it with a Dior number covered in feathers and drama. Deep colors, fancy details, and the Oscar in hand. Glam alert!

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    #4

    Emilie Livingston’s "Wait, Are Those Pants?" Look

    Emilie Livingston’s "Wait, Are Those Pants?" Look

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    Emilie and Jeff Goldblum brought the black-on-black vibes, but Emilie’s glittery leotard with semi-sheer tights? Fans were confused. One commenter straight up asked, “Why are her… booty cheeks out?” Yep, fashion mystery of the night.

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    #5

    Anya Taylor-Joy’s Shorts Situation

    Anya Taylor-Joy’s Shorts Situation

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    Anya rocked a black romper that was half-see-through and those giant headgear vibes. Stunning face, questionable shorts. One fan said, “She’s gorgeous, but those shorts are... nope.” Oof.

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    #6

    Keke Palmer’s Purple Power Play

    Keke Palmer’s Purple Power Play

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    Keke was on her royal purple game with a velvet dress featuring cheeky hip cutouts. Winged eyeliner and sleek hair rounded it out. Fans gave her props but also had thoughts on some new beauty choices.

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    #7

    PinkPantheress’s Shoe Confusion

    PinkPantheress’s Shoe Confusion

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    PinkPantheress went vintage chic with a black gown and a dramatic hat, but the mesh kitten heels? The shoes stole the show for all the wrong reasons. "Those shoes throw off the vibe," said one fan.

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    #8

    Audrey Nuna's Golden Statue Vibes

    Audrey Nuna's Golden Statue Vibes

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    Audrey showed up wrapped in head-to-toe shiny gold drapery, looking suspiciously like the Oscars statue itself. One fan asked, “Is she trying to BE the trophy?” Probably.

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    #9

    Hudson & Connor’s Sheer Madness

    Hudson & Connor’s Sheer Madness

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    These two TV stars showed up matching in sheer tops and fancy jewelry, but fans were less than thrilled. One called them “two clowns,” another begged, “Will men ever be men again?” Yikes.

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    #10

    Julia Fox’s Bold Brows

    Julia Fox’s Bold Brows

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    Julia went full avant-garde with a black and white gown and - wait for it - completely bleached eyebrows. Fans felt she looked like she was trying to party incognito, but ended up more alien than fabulous.

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    #11

    Lizzo’s Madame Tussaud Moment

    Lizzo’s Madame Tussaud Moment

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    Lizzo switched up her hair and showed up in a dark sheer gown that had fans saying, “Nope.” One joked, “She looks like her wax figure took over.” A wild night for sure!

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    #12

    Cara Delevingne’s Ice Capades Dress

    Cara Delevingne’s Ice Capades Dress

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    Cara's dress had a mesh top that looked like a sparkly muscle suit. Fans were puzzled and one asked, “Why the ice capades costume?” Bold, sure! But confusing too.

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    #13

    Jessica Alba’s Buggy Dress

    Jessica Alba’s Buggy Dress

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    Jessica sparkled in a black dress with what looked like floating diamond feathers. Some fans loved it, others said, “Looks like bugs on a dress.” Pretty, but polarizing!

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    #14

    Myha’la’s "Put Some Clothes On!" Dress

    Myha’la’s "Put Some Clothes On!" Dress

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    Myha’la rocked a very sheer violet lace dress with just enough embroidery for coverage. The internet’s reaction? “Put some clothes on!” Apparently, she left nothing to the imagination!

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    #15

    Odessa A’zion's Tiger Tale

    Odessa A’zion's Tiger Tale

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    Odessa went big with a tiger-print corset, crazy fringe shoulders, and a patchwork skirt that screamed "look at me!" Some fans called it ridiculous, but hey - at least she tried!

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    #16

    Rita Ora’s Feather Hat Fiasco

    Rita Ora’s Feather Hat Fiasco

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    Rita’s dress was fancy with embroidery, satin, and a giant bow, but the massive feather hat? So big that she had to ditch it inside because no one could see around it. Fashion wins and party fails.

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    #17

    Suki & Robert’s Outfit Contrast

    Suki & Robert’s Outfit Contrast

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    Suki stunned in a gold and silk combo straight from Paris couture, while Robert just reused his classic black tux. Fans loved Robert's look but weren’t feeling Suki’s revealing top. A style mismatch?

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    #18

    Dua Lipa’s Gold Waterfall Gown

    Dua Lipa’s Gold Waterfall Gown

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    Dua showed up in a black velvet dress with a gold sequin cascade that literally looked like a waterfall. Some fans called it “horrible clothes.” High fashion or hot mess? You decide.

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    #19

    Lewis Pullman’s Print Party

    Lewis Pullman’s Print Party

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    Lewis rocked a custom Saint Laurent suit with a crazy mix of stripes and polka dots. It’s like a party for your eyes - and some fans weren’t sure if that’s a good thing or a bad thing.

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    #20

    Renate Reinsve’s See-Through Surprise

    Renate Reinsve’s See-Through Surprise

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    Renate went sheer in black with strategic cutouts that had everyone whispering. She was glowing after her Oscar moment, but this outfit definitely pushed the envelope.

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    #21

    Olivia Rodrigo’s Feather Bubble Trouble

    Olivia Rodrigo’s Feather Bubble Trouble

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    Olivia had fun with a pale pink feathery mini with a huge bow. But fans were shouting, “Fire the stylist!” and complaining about her disappearing eyebrows and the paleness of the dress. A bubble not everyone wanted to pop.

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    #22

    Quenlin Blackwell’s Flower Power

    Quenlin Blackwell’s Flower Power

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    Quenlin was all smiles in a flowery white Chanel dress, covered in 3D blossoms. As co-host of the livestream, she was charming, but some thought her dress was a bit much.

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    #23

    Tracee Ellis Ross’s Cloud Disaster

    Tracee Ellis Ross’s Cloud Disaster

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    Tracee went for monochrome with a black turtleneck and a puffy white bubble skirt meant to look like clouds. Fans? Not impressed. One called it a “disaster as usual.” Harsh much?

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    #24

    Kris Jenner’s Ballroom Drama

    Kris Jenner’s Ballroom Drama

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    Kris wore a black tulle ballgown straight from 1995, looking elegant but maybe a bit old school. Big ruffles and big drama, but some felt it was time to mix it up.

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    #25

    Kylie Jenner & Timothée’s Messy Duo

    Kylie Jenner & Timothée’s Messy Duo

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    Kylie sparkled in black sequins, Timothée went all-white leather, and fans were less than impressed, calling both of them a "mess" who needed a serious stylist intervention.

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    #26

    Lauren Sánchez’s Bling Overload

    Lauren Sánchez’s Bling Overload

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    Lauren dazzled in a vintage black dress with a thigh-high slit and enough diamonds to blind a few people. Some thought she looked like a cliché with money but no class. Oof.

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    #27

    Hailey Bieber’s Leopard Letdown

    Hailey Bieber’s Leopard Letdown

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    Hailey rolled solo in a leopard-print Armani gown that some called “boring” and accused her of stealing looks. One fan even mocked how she’s "always trying to hide a fridge bod." Yikes.

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