The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles was awash with Hollywood's elite on Sunday night as stars arrived for the 83rd Golden Globe Awards. The red carpet, held on 12 January 2026, showcased a distinct sartorial trend, with a sea of women in elegant gowns and a notable number of men opting for sophisticated brown tailoring.
A Palette of Chocolate and Noir
This year's arrivals were defined by a rich, earthy colour scheme. Many leading men embraced shades of brown and chocolate, offering a refined alternative to traditional black tie. Miles Caton, nominated for his role in Sinners, channelled a vintage vibe in a brown double-breasted pinstripe suit with a subtle sparkle. Meanwhile, Timothy Simons from Nobody Wants This made a statement with a knee-length chocolate dinner jacket.
On the other side of the spectrum, black dominated the women's fashion. Teyana Taylor, a nominee for One Battle After Another, captivated in a sleek, serpentine black Schiaparelli dress. Sarah Snook, up for best actress in a limited series, added a gothic twist to the all-black memo with a dramatic lace ensemble.
Standout Moments and Sartorial Quotes
The carpet was not without its iconic moments and witty remarks. Music legend Snoop Dogg looked sophisticated in a shiny double-breasted jacket with a flash of red. When asked about his designer, he famously replied, ‘I’m wearing Snoop Dogg.’
Mark Ruffalo, nominated for best actor in a television series, used his fashion as a message, sporting a cream satin tuxedo jacket adorned with a button urging ‘Be Good’. Jeremy Allen White of The Bear added a poignant touch with a single white calla lily on his lapel.
Nominees and New Designers Shine
The event was a showcase for both established and emerging talent behind the scenes. Ayo Edebiri, nominated for The Bear, wore a panelled velvet and satin gown by new Chanel creative director Matthieu Blazy, accessorised with filigreed silver brooches.
Tessa Thompson turned heads in a golden sequinned Balenciaga gown from the house's new creative director, Pierpaolo Piccioli. Other notable nominees on the carpet included Selena Gomez (Only Murders in the Building), Timothée Chalamet in a piratical three-piece suit, and Jennifer Lawrence in a sheer, floral-embroidered gown.
The 2026 ceremony proved that while the awards inside are coveted, the fashion statements made on the red carpet at the Golden Globes remain a pivotal and dazzling part of the entertainment industry's biggest night.
