The Best Dressed Stars at the 2026 Film Independent Spirit Awards
By Alexus Mosley
The Film Independent Spirit Awards may celebrate indie cinema, but when it comes to fashion, the red carpet consistently delivers some of the most interesting, risk-taking looks of awards season. Less stiff, more style-forward, the 2026 Spirit Awards brought a refreshing mix of archival fashion, romantic silhouettes, modern minimalism, and quietly bold statements.
This year’s standout moments balanced timeless elegance with contemporary cool. From vintage couture references to sleek modern tailoring, the red carpet became a stage where personal style can reign supreme. Here are The Styled Chat’s favorite looks from the 2026 Film Independent Spirit Awards:
Keke Palmer in Archival Christian Dior
Keke Palmer delivered pure old-Hollywood fantasy in archival Christian Dior by John Galliano. The look felt both nostalgic and modern, channeling classic glamour while still reading fresh and red carpet–ready. When styled right, it always wins.
Lola Patrice in Hector Maclean
Lola Patrice turned heads in Hector Maclean. The artful tulle silhouette was a perfect balance between fashion-forward and red carpet appropriate.
Zoey Deutch in Valentino
Zoey Deutch served sleek, Parisian-chic, pairing a tailored ivory mini with a dramatic bow. Finishing sheer floral rights and dark shades, the look was polished and cool.
Kaia Gerber in Givenchy
Kaia Gerber delivered sleek Givenchy elegance, embodying model-off-duty minimalism with a couture polish. Clean lines, refined tailoring, and effortless cool made this one of the night’s most quietly powerful looks.
Issa Rae in Retrofête
Issa Rae’s Retrofête look shimmered with effortless confidence. The silhouette was sleek, the energy was radiant, and the overall vibe was celebration-ready. Proof that glamour doesn’t have to shout to make an impact.
Supriya Ganesh in Acne Studios
Supriya Ganesh’s Acne Studios look leaned into clean lines and modern minimalism. Cool, composed, and editorial, this was a reminder that less can be just as impactful as maximalism when styled with intention.
Regina King in Etro
Regina King’s Etro moment blended sophistication with subtle edge. The look felt powerful without being heavy-handed, in a way only Regina can deliver.
Ego Nwodim in Giambattista Valli
Ego Nwodim brought fashion drama in Giambattista Valli, leaning into volume, romance, and couture-level flair.