Celebrities at The Olivier Awards 2026
Here is a roundup from The Olivier Awards, which was held at the Royal Albert Hall in London.
Mirrored Mosaic, Maximum Impact
Beverley Knight, who rarely plays it safe, gave us one of the standout moments of the night in this Khaled & Marwan gown. The mosaic-like surface, made up of irregular, mirror-style fragments, catches the light from every angle, creating a prismatic effect that feels far more dynamic than your standard embellished gown. The sharp, sculpted silhouette adds to the intensity, but I wish this had been finished with open-toe gold sandals rather than black ankle-strap platform pumps.
Styled by Karl Willett.
OK minus The Shoes
Rosamund Pike’s Burberry Fall 2026 navy-blue draped, fringed dress isn’t bad – it’s a clear improvement on her Fendi outing from last week – but I’m still waiting for her to return to the form we know she can deliver. The floral-accented shoes feel completely disconnected from the dress, almost like they belong to another look entirely. At this point, her style needs a reset.
Styled by Leith Clark.
Familiar Silhouette
Zawe Ashton clearly favours this silhouette, and to her credit, she consistently finds strong versions of it. This Huishan Zhang tulle tiered gown, accented with feathers, is another confident entry in that lineup, it plays to her strengths without feeling repetitive.
Daywear As Eveningwear
Helen Mirren’s Erdem ensemble feels more BAFTA Tea Party than awards ceremony, but there’s no denying how well it’s put together. The black pumps might have felt heavy-handed, were it not for the black floral embroidery tying everything together. It’s one of those looks where the details quietly do the work. David Morris jewels completed her look.
Styled by Lee Harris.
High-Impact Colour
Vanessa Williams, who stars in The Devil Wears Prada, wore a technicolour embellished strapless dress from Mary Katrantzou’s Resort 2026 collection, styled with the signature René Caovilla Cleo sandals. It’s bold brings a different kind of energy to this event.
Styled by Vaanita Oakey.
Tailoring With Personality
I love how the polka-dot tie injects Paul Smith’s signature charm into Ambika Mod’s suit. It’s a small detail, but it shifts the entire look, giving classic tailoring a bit more attitude.
Staying On Brand
Aaron Pierre, of One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest, continued his close-protection aesthetic in this BOSS suit, complete with shades. It’s becoming something of a signature, and he’s sticking to it.
Velvet With Seasonal Overtones
As much as I appreciate David Harewood’s style, this dunhill velvet Bourdon double-breasted jacket feels a touch too festive for this setting – more winter gala than spring awards night.
Reliable, If Predictable
Tom Hiddleston’s Ralph Lauren velvet doesn’t lean quite as festive as David’s, but for someone usually so in tune with season, I would have expected a lighter fabric. That said, he looks good regardless, as this silhouette rarely fails him.
Recognisable House Codes
Paapa Essiedu, who took home Best Actor in a Supporting Role for All My Sons, wore a Louis Vuitton suit, instantly recognisable thanks to the flared trousers, finished neatly with Cartier pins.
Styled by Rose Forde.
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