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Elle Fanning is shown wearing a vintage Cartier necklace, with her blonde hair pulled back. She is wearing a strapless, light-colored gown with intricate detailing, standing against a backdrop with the word 'OSCARS'.
Elle Fanning smiles broadly, wearing a vintage Cartier necklace and a strapless, light-colored gown. Her hair is styled in an updo, and she stands against an 'OSCARS' backdrop, showcasing a cohesive look.
A profile view of a woman with dark hair, wearing a strapless dark dress, a statement necklace, and dangling earrings. The caption suggests the dress, earrings, and necklace are competing elements.
Gwyneth Paltrow is pictured wearing a white strapless gown and a sparkling Tiffany's necklace and matching earrings. Her blonde hair is down, and she stands in front of an 'OSCARS' backdrop.
A close-up image of a detailed necklace featuring leaf-like designs encrusted with diamonds and accented with several fancy yellow stones. The necklace is displayed against a white background.
Rose Byrne is shown wearing a black strapless gown with floral embellishments and a unique gold-toned Taffin necklace. Her hair is styled back, and she stands against an 'OSCARS' backdrop.
A close-up of Rose Byrne, wearing a gold-toned Taffin necklace and a black strapless dress. Her makeup features red lipstick, and she is associated with the 'Desert Diamonds' campaign.
Zoe Saldaña is shown in a close-up, wearing a black lace dress with thin straps and a prominent Cartier necklace featuring red and white stones. Her hair is styled to the side.
Zoe Saldaña stands wearing a black lace dress and a Cartier necklace with red and white stones. She has rings on her fingers, and the caption suggests adding a ruby ring.
Teyana Taylor is pictured wearing a black sheer dress with sparkly dashes and feather details, paired with a sparkling Tiffany's necklace. Her short hair is styled in waves.
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2026 Oscar’s Jewels: A Bit Underwhelmed 👀💎

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... Read moreAttending or watching the Oscars each year always gets me excited, especially to see how celebrities choose their jewelry to complement their stunning outfits. This year, I noticed a recurring theme of mixed reactions to some jewelry and dress pairings, which could be why the overall vibe felt a bit underwhelming to many. For instance, Elle Fanning’s vintage Cartier necklace was truly a beautiful statement piece, especially because it wasn’t overshadowed by bulky earrings or competing accessories. This highlights how crucial it is for a stylist to balance the jewelry with the rest of the look, ensuring that pieces harmonize rather than clash. I also found that some combinations struggled to strike that perfect balance, such as when the dress, earrings, and necklace all seemed to compete for attention instead of complementing one another. A great example is Zoe Saldana’s look where, while both the dress and the Cartier necklace were stunning individually, they didn’t quite pair well together. This reminds me how important it is to decide whether to emphasize either the jewelry or the dress more distinctly, rather than attempting to showcase both at full force. Rose Byrne's necklace from Taffin, connected to DeBeers’ Desert Diamond campaign, was another highlight. The necklace beautifully echoed the floral motifs of her dress, showing how matching shapes and themes can elevate the entire ensemble. Intriguingly, Desert Diamonds being one of the Oscar’s official advertisers adds an extra layer to appreciate the collaboration between fine jewelry marketing and the event. Another personal observation is Teyana Taylor’s Tiffany necklace. While the necklace itself was lovely, pairing it with a dress filled with sparkly dashes led me to imagine how a simpler dress or a more open collar style might have showcased the jewelry more effectively. It really helped me understand the powerful influence that styling decisions have on how jewelry is perceived — sometimes a slight change in neckline or pattern can make a jewelry piece shine or fade into the background. Overall, these glimpses into the jewelry choices at the 2026 Oscars have encouraged me to pay closer attention to how jewelry and fashion interact. When done well, it’s an exquisite partnership; when off, it can feel disjointed. For anyone thinking about accessorizing for a big event, the key takeaway is to seek balance and harmony between jewelry, makeup, hair, and wardrobe. This way, each element supports the other, making the entire look feel effortlessly elegant and memorable.