9 Times Older Women Stole The Show On 2026 Red Carpets

While we're rightfully celebrating the performances of stars of stage and screen, we can't forget their stunning red carpet looks either. After all, fashion-obsessed celebs do some serious, nod-worthy work there, too. And gone are the days of women hitting mid-age and feeling like they need to retire their head-turning ensembles in favor of boring background outfits. Whether stomping it out at an esteemed awards show, a Hollywood movie premiere, or some glitzy film festival, older celebrities don't seem to be afraid to get in on the red carpet style game. 

That's great news for us, because now we get to reminisce about the best of the best from the 2026 red carpets, so far. We're itching to see what else Hollywood's over-60 set has to offer in the coming months, but we're still not over Geena Davis' jewel-toned halter dress from Cannes, Meryl Streep's glitter-decked "The Devil Wears Prada 2" look, or Gayle King's off-the-shoulder number from Grammys season.

Sheryl Lee Ralph channeled some serious Dorothy Dandridge, Old Hollywood bombshell energy when she walked the carpet at the 83rd annual Golden Globes in Beverly Hills in January 2026. The "Abbott Elementary" star donned a decadent dark-chocolate-brown strapless dress with a ruffle-trimmed sweetheart neckline. The Harbison Studio gown featured an overskirt, pleated pockets, and gold sequin dashes trailing along the front. And we especially love her high waterfall ponytail for the way it added even more sultry glamour. 

We can always count on Tilda Swinton to bring out ultra-stylish looks that feel fresh, easy, and unexpected, and the 79th annual Cannes Film Festival in May 2026 was no exception. For the closing ceremony, the actor reached for a pillowy, red Chanel gown that felt light as air. The asymmetrical hem and short train added just enough intrigue, and her signature slicked-back platinum blond hair and gold choker were the perfect accessories.

If you're looking to round up pics of Geena Davis' most stylish looks in her 60s, be sure not to skip this one. Davis graced the closing ceremony red carpet during the 79th Cannes Film Festival in May 2026, evoking all the opulence and dreamy charm of the roaring '20s. The "Thelma & Louise" star donned a maroon-colored Pamella Roland gown completely covered in sequins arranged in a way that reminds us of the facade of an art deco building.

Who better than Vogue's global editorial director to showcase how to make multiple fashion moves at once? Anna Wintour attended the 98th annual Academy Awards in March 2026 rocking a layered Dior 'fit that played with texture and proportion. She wore a black-and-white dress covered in feather-like tulle and floral appliqués, and a black-lace wrap blazer with an asymmetrical hem. Wintour's famous hairstyle was also on full display. Her version, with its heavy bangs and rounded shape, will always be one of our favorite ways to rock an effortlessly chic French bob.

Viola Davis transported us back to the days of studio stars and banquet halls with the Gucci gown she chose for the 32nd annual Actor Awards in Los Angeles in March 2026. The silky, pleated fabric fell around her frame like water, and the stunning shade of teal green was impossible to miss. As if that wasn't elegant enough, the "Fences" star also donned an expensive-looking diamond and emerald necklace and styled her dark hair in a wavy floating bob. Basically, the whole look was Old Hollywood meets royal palace.

Meryl Streep and her "The Devil Wears Prada 2" castmates went on a fashion-infused press tour that we won't soon forget. For an event in London in April 2026, Streep channeled no-holds-barred fashion editor Miranda Priestly and busted out a tea-length, midnight-blue coat dress which was reminiscent of the starry night sky — but jazzed up and blinged out. Always chic, she paired the oversized glitter-encrusted frock with black satin pointy-toe pumps, slicked-back hair, and cat-eye sunglasses.

If Allison Janney was looking to make a style statement at the 32nd Actor Awards in Los Angeles in March 2026, she nailed it. Janney donned a white Raisa Vanessa gown that was the epitome of opulence, yet still managed to balance elegance with quirkiness — just like the "Juno" star herself. The simply silhouetted dress, adorned in a silver circular pattern, was punched up with a capelet overlay embellished in hail-sized stones. And we're still not over her cheeky little side-swept bob. 

Style-minded celebs are aware that one of the best parts of awards show season is the pre-show galas and after-parties — and "CBS Mornings" host Gayle King seems to be in the know. King swung by the Grammy Awards pre-gala in Los Angeles in January 2026 rocking an impossibly slinky chartreuse off-the-shoulder gown. The green popped perfectly against her auburn-colored hair, and the plissé fabric allowed for the wrap dress to drape pristinely, and we're so here for the matching green pointy-toe pumps. But as much as she looks like an absolute goddess, King was entirely relatable in an Instagram video of her sitting on a trash can to give her feet a rest. "Every girl I know understands THIS moment: When your shoes are killing you and your feet are begging for mercy," she wrote in the caption.

The stunning style transformation of Demi Moore has been something to see. The "G.I. Jane" star has been turning heads since the '80s, and she hasn't let up since. A recent example? Moore walked the carpet at the 32nd Actor Awards in Los Angeles in March 2026 wearing couture Schiaparelli. The high-neck halter gown was covered in black snakeskin print, featured a jeweled strap, and was adorned with zillions of black-and-white tulle feathers at the back of the dress. The look was totally playful and plenty chic, and we're so loving the Mary Jane pumps.