Stars Turned Underwear-Inspired Pieces Into 2026's Defining Style
In 2026, many celebrities adopted lingerie-inspired dressing, moving beyond edgy performers to include stars like Emma Stone and Zoë Kravitz. The trend appeared on major Fashion Week runways and red carpets, with some opting for subtle slip dresses and others choosing more revealing corset or bra-top looks. The article compiles standout examples, including Stone's Louis Vuitton slip dress at The Debut premiere and Zoe Saldaña's Saint Laurent Oscars gown.
Underwear-as-outerwear has long appeared on famous figures, from Dietrich and Monroe to Madonna, with each era giving it a different treatment. In 2026, the idea widened after appearing on Paris and New York runways, shifting from edgier performers and select awards or gala settings toward broader red-carpet use.
Examples ranged from Stone’s runway-fresh Louis Vuitton slip at The Debut premiere to Saldaña’s Saint Laurent Oscars look, which joined a lace corset bodice with a draped skirt. Others included Lisa’s sheer The Attico VMAs dress, Shayk’s Venice lace-up, Ortega’s Christian Cowan slip and thigh-highs, and Kravitz’s peachy Saint Laurent slip.
The trend may influence how everyday shoppers and designers think about modesty, confidence, and occasion wear. As lingerie-inspired pieces move from stage events to awards shows and runways, retailers could offer more slip dresses, corset tops, and lace layers. This may affect young audiences especially, who might see red-carpet choices as permission to experiment, while others may prefer subtler versions. It could also blur lines between private and public dressing, though reactions will vary.