Beauty mogul and reality television star Kylie Jenner made a striking appearance at the 98th Academy Awards, held at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. Even before arriving at the ceremony, Jenner gave fans a preview of her outfit through a short video shared on her Instagram account on March 15 (March 16 in India). The post quickly drew attention as followers got an early glimpse of the bold look she had chosen for one of Hollywood’s biggest nights.
For the event, Jenner wore a ruby red, body-hugging gown designed by Daniel Roseberry for the luxury fashion house Schiaparelli. The dress featured a dramatic plunging neckline and a small keyhole cutout across the chest, creating a distinctive and daring silhouette. The fitted design emphasized the bold color and sculpted structure of the outfit, making it one of the most talked-about looks of the evening.
In her Instagram caption, Jenner hinted at the inspiration behind the ensemble, writing, “Jessica who.” The remark referenced Jessica Rabbit, the glamorous animated character from the novel Who Censored Roger Rabbit?. The character is widely recognized for her iconic red dress, which closely mirrors the dramatic style Jenner showcased at the ceremony.
Jenner complemented the gown with statement jewelry from luxury jeweller Lorraine Schwartz. According to the brand, she wore approximately 200 carats of diamonds in the form of a necklace, earrings, and rings. The sparkling pieces added a striking contrast against the deep red dress and became a key highlight of her overall look.
In contrast to the dramatic outfit and jewellery, Jenner opted for relatively understated styling. Her makeup featured a soft, natural palette that kept the focus on the gown and diamonds. She also wore her hair loose, allowing the minimal styling to balance the boldness of the dress.
Jenner attended the ceremony alongside her boyfriend, actor Timothée Chalamet, who was nominated for Best Actor for his role in the sports drama Marty Supreme. For the evening, Chalamet wore a tailored all-white suit that contrasted with Jenner’s deep red outfit. Although the pair did not walk the red carpet together, they were later seen holding hands inside the ceremony venue.
Whoa! 👀 Kylie Jenner looked sensational heading out to the #Oscars in a plunging red custom Schiaparelli dress paired with Lorraine Schwartz diamonds 💃 💎 “Jessica who?” she coyly captioned the vid. Win or lose, Timothée is going to be one happy guy! #kyliejenner… pic.twitter.com/W18M8OmSMg
— HELLO! Canada (@HelloCanada) March 15, 2026
The appearance marked the second time the couple attended the Oscars together. Since their relationship became public, Jenner and Chalamet have increasingly been seen together at major entertainment industry events and award ceremonies.
Throughout the 2026 awards season, Jenner was frequently present at events supporting Chalamet as he received recognition for his performance in Marty Supreme. The actor has already secured several major accolades during the season, including honors at the Critics’ Choice Awards and the Golden Globe Awards.
During his acceptance speech at the Critics’ Choice Awards, Chalamet publicly thanked Jenner, expressing appreciation for her support throughout his career and personal life. As he addressed the audience, he credited her for being a strong source of encouragement and said he could not have achieved his success without her.
Jenner appeared visibly touched by the moment and responded affectionately from the audience. A similar acknowledgment occurred when Chalamet won Best Actor in a Musical or Comedy at the Golden Globe Awards earlier in the season, where he again recognized Jenner for her continued support.
Their appearance at the Oscars reflected the couple’s growing presence at high-profile events together during the awards circuit. While Chalamet’s nominations and wins highlighted a successful awards season, Jenner’s bold fashion choice ensured she also captured attention during the evening’s celebrations.
