Not Metallics, Not Brights—Celebrities at the Golden Globes Proved This Non-Boring Neutral Is Forever-Elegant
This is the timeless shade all of the chicest celebrities returned to for the Golden Globes 2026.
There's so much to love about awards season style: the new-season designs, daring silhouettes and over-the-top embellishments make for endlessly entertaining red carpet coverage. Yet, more often than not, I walk away from a post-show deep dive without feeling inspired to translate anything into my own wardrobe. I’m rarely tempted by the naked dress trend that has dominated the style set season after season, nor am I inclined toward puffball dresses layered in sequins and tulle. While I can admire these bold choices in others, they certainly never feel like me.
This year's Golden Globes, however, was quite the opposite. Gone were the sheer metallics and novelty details. Instead, the evening’s best-dressed celebrities were largely swathed in enduringly elegant black
Ayo Edibiri wears Chanel, styled by Danielle Goldberg.
A conveyor belt of elegant black dresses, some stars leaned towards gothic silhouettes à la Miley Cyrus in her sparkle-adorned Saint Laurent gown or Jenna Ortega's Dilara Findikoglu's ensemble. Whilst others evoked classic Hollywood glamour through draping and texture.
Miley Cyrus wears Saint Laurent.
What really struck me was how ranging and personality-packed the looks remained, despite their pared-back hue. And as someone who loves minimalist dressing and investing in pieces I know I’ll wear for years, this felt like a little red carpet gift to my inspiration board.
Jenna Ortega's wears Dilara Findikoglu dress, Christian Louboutin shoes, Simone Jewels jewellery, styled by Enrique Melendez.
Let’s be real: experimenting with colour is fun, but if you want a move that always looks chic, black wins every time. Transcends trends—what looks chic today will still feel relevant in ten years—there's a reason LBDs remain such a hero buy.
Mia Goth wears Dior.
As last night's red carpet attendees proved: you don’t need metallics, neons, or insane embellishments to make an impact. Read on to discover the chicest black dresses to shop right now.
Ariana Grande wears a custom Vivienne Westwood dress, Swarovski jewellery, styled by Law Roach.
Shop Black Dresses:
Honestly, this looks much more expensive than it actually is.
Be quick! I can't see this staying in stock for long.
Shop this whilst it's on sale.
The satin dress trend isn't showing any signs of slowing down.
I'm banking this ahead of wedding season.
This comes and mini and midi lengths, so you can find your perfect fit.
This also comes in a delicate shade of pastel yellow.
The shirred scalloped neckline adds such a feminine touch.
