Here are my takes for the best dressed at the 2026 Grammys combined with a cover look.
Disclaimer: These are unbiased celebrities, the looks that are chosen are personally what I think is the best and has nothing to do with ‘celebrity’ wearing it. These may feature celebrities I love, don’t love, or don’t know, it is purely related to the fashion. All opinions are my own.
Sabrina Carpenter
- Closet Commentary: Sabrina’s embroidered bridal-inspired gown looks ethereal with a bodice adorned in floral beads and multi-tiered skirt, and delicate shawl. The dress features bohemian elements with an elegant, ruffled train.
- Book: Lolita by Vladimir Nabokov
- Quote:
"And the Rest is rust and stardust."
Lady Gaga
- Closet Commentary: A dark and mystical look fashioned from obsidian feathers, evoking the look of a raven. The custom gown displayed Gaga’s taste for the theatrical with a feathered collar, sculpted silhouette and plumed train. She looked absolutely divine and regal.
- Book: Shadows So Cruel by Liv Zander
- Quote:
"I will take you into my black embrace, and that is where I will love you beyond death."
Noah Kahan
- Closet Commentary: Wearing a classic black tuxedo, Noah looks suave and polished for the night. The jacket gives off a midnight sheen rather than a solid colour, and the silver pin adds a subtle touch of elegance without being showy.
- Book: Dead Fake by Vincent Ralph
- Quote:
"If you kill in this town, the only way out is down."
Jon Batiste
- Closet Commentary: This look has a striking military theme to its design, featuring elaborate gems. The designer wanted to embody the look as “spiritual armour” drawing inspiration from religion, culture and history.
- Book: Vigil by George Saunders
- Quote:
"To comfort one who remains wilfully ignorant of what he has done is to provide no comfort at all."
Kelsea Ballerini
- Closet Commentary: A sparkling design fashioned with an embellished pattern to tie in the singer’s album ‘Patterns.’ The dress is a blend of county style with an edgy flair.
- Book: The Society by Karen Winn
- Quote:
"There is a simple. aching sweetness of being kept out, is there not? A pathetic allure in the unknown."
HAIM
- Closet Commentary: The three Haim sisters each wore a unique variation of a silky black dress and silver embellishments, serving luxe minimalism with their signature rock and roll style.
- Book: The Death of Mrs Westaway by Ruth Ware
- Quote:
"There's nothing you can't learn from history to tell you how to deal with the present."
María Zardoya
- Closet Commentary: Maria channel a dark and vampiric vibe in this sultry, black lace gown, accompanied with a jewel encrusted flower, a perfect gothic touch to the overall look.
- Book: The Woman in Black by Susan Hill
- Quote:
"For I see that then I was still all in a state of innocence, but that innocence, once lost, is lost forever."
Leon Bridges
- Closet Commentary: Steering away from the traditional black and white tuxedo, Leon looks dashing in this cream-coloured suit, adding a beautiful pearl collar brooch to complete the look. It’s low-key but every bit put-together and stylish.
- Book: The Queen of the Night by Alexander Chee
- Quote:
"When the earth opens up under your feet, be like a seed. Fall down; wait for the rain."
Katseye
- Closet Commentary: Wearing six unique creations of the same design, each are featured with white lace florals and sparkling silver glitter to create a bold, sensual and angelic group effect.
- Book: Pearl by Jo Knowles
- Quote:
"Be good, Bean."
Courtney Adanna
- Closet Commentary: Courtney looks dazzling in this shimmering gown featuring and ethereal looking hood, radiating a luminous glow about her.
- Book: Long Black Veil by Jennifer Finney Boylan
- Quote:
"What you need, maybe all you need, in fact, is the willingness to love."
Gesaffelstein
- Closet Commentary: Labelled as controversial, once cannot help admiring the sleek, glossy black mask that covers the DJ/music producer’s head, its unnerving and futuristic appearance transforms anonymity into a fashion statement. Paired with a sharp tuxedo and ebony palette this was a dramatic fashion entry to the night.
- Book: The Other Side of Eve by Paul Ikin
- Quote:
"What is worse? Observing the horrific creature in full sight or not at all?"
Brian Vu
- Closet Commentary: A stylish and suave navy-blue suit as an ode to army style dress.
- Book: Strangers in Time by David Baldacci
- Quote:
"Humans make poor gods. We're just not up to it."
Ray Keys
- Closet Commentary: A stunning black suit encrusted with white crystals that gives off the appearance of snow. This is such a beautiful and delicate design compared to the ordinary one-toned suits.
- Book: The Snow Goose by Paul Gallico
- Quote:
"He was a friend to all things wild, and the wild things repaid him with their friendship."
Olivia Dean
- Closet Commentary: Olivia looks glamourous in this custom monochrome sequin dress embellished with intricate feathers on the voluminous skirt
- Book: The Wych Elm by Tana French
- Quote:
"It takes some great upheaval to crack that shell and force us to discover what else might be underneath."
