On the night when Hollywood’s brightest stars gathered to celebrate cinematic excellence at the 98th Academy Awards on March 15, 2026, one look instantly set the internet ablaze: Kylie Jenner‘s daring, curve-hugging red Schiaparelli gown.
Channeling the iconic bombshell Jessica Rabbit from Who Framed Roger Rabbit?, the 28-year-old beauty mogul and entrepreneur delivered a show-stopping appearance that blended old-school glamour with modern sensuality.
Supporting her boyfriend, Best Actor nominee Timothée Chalamet for his role in Marty Supreme, Jenner proved once again why she’s a force on the red carpet, turning heads before she even fully stepped into the spotlight.
Jenner teased her Oscars ensemble on Instagram with a sultry video that quickly went viral. In the clip, she posed confidently, giving her makeup a final touch-up while showcasing the custom ruby-red Schiaparelli gown designed by creative director Daniel Roseberry.
Photo: Getty Images The dress featured a dramatic plunging scoop neckline, a signature keyhole cutout at the chest that added whimsy to the bombshell silhouette, and shimmering fabric that clung to her figure like a second skin. Captioning the post simply “jessica who?”, Jenner playfully nodded to the cartoon character’s legendary red sequined dress, instantly sparking comparisons across social media.
Fans flooded the comments with praise, declaring “BODY IS TEA!”, “that BADDIE BOMBSHELL,” and “OMG I’M GAGGED,” while others shared side-by-side visuals of Jessica Rabbit to affirm the resemblance.
To elevate the look, Jenner accessorized with approximately 200 carats of dazzling diamonds from Lorraine Schwartz. The sparkling necklace, earrings, and rings caught the light, adding Hollywood sparkle that complemented the gown’s bold color and fit. Her raven-black hair fell in loose, glamorous waves, framing her face for that classic bombshell vibe, while her makeup emphasized sultry eyes and a flawless glow, true to her roots as the founder of Kylie Cosmetics.
Photo: Getty Images This wasn’t Jenner’s first foray into awards season fashion alongside Chalamet. The couple, together since 2023, have consistently coordinated or playfully contrasted their looks throughout the 2026 campaign for Marty Supreme, a film directed by Josh Safdie about ping-pong prodigy Marty Reisman set in 1950s New York.
At the Golden Globes, Jenner turned heads in a custom gold sequin Ashi Studio gown that nodded to the night’s theme, while Chalamet took home a win in all-black. They later matched in sleek all-black ensembles at the BAFTAs in London and made a bold statement in coordinating orange Chrome Hearts outfits at the film’s Los Angeles premiere.
For the Oscars, Jenner opted for solo red-carpet impact, while Chalamet walked in head-to-toe white Givenchy, before the pair reunited inside the Dolby Theatre.
Jenner’s choice felt fitting amid broader red-carpet trends at the 2026 Oscars, where several stars echoed the Jessica Rabbit aesthetic with red gowns and exaggerated glamour.
Yet her interpretation stood out for its personal touch: the keyhole detail referenced her previous Schiaparelli moment at Paris Fashion Week in 2023, a silver keyhole dress she had wanted to revisit in another color. Stylist Mackenzie Grandquist, one half of her styling duo, even shared throwback clips highlighting the evolution.
Beyond the fashion, Jenner’s presence at the Oscars underscored her growing role in Hollywood. While best known for building a billion-dollar beauty empire and starring in reality TV, she has ventured into acting, including a cameo in Charli XCX’s mockumentary The Moment.
Photo: Getty Images In a recent Vanity Fair cover story, she spoke about balancing her career ambitions with family life, sharing her desire to focus on her businesses, travel with her children, son Aire, 4, and daughter Stormi, 8, and eventually expand her family.
As the ceremony unfolded, hosted by Conan O’Brien and featuring intense races in categories like Best Actor, where Chalamet faced stiff competition, Jenner’s look remained one of the most discussed moments. It wasn’t just about supporting her partner; it was a statement of confidence, glamour, and cultural savvy.
In a sea of elegant gowns and classic tuxedos, Kylie Jenner’s plunging red Schiaparelli creation reminded everyone that true red-carpet magic comes from blending inspiration, boldness, and a touch of playful irreverence.
Whether she “broke the internet” or simply owned the night, one thing is clear: Kylie Jenner’s 2026 Oscars appearance will be remembered as a defining fashion moment of the year. Jessica Rabbit may have set the standard, but Kylie made it her own.
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