The Critics’ Choice Awards kicked off the award show season, and as always, celebrities embraced a mix of fun, experimental looks alongside timeless classics. One trend that stood out on this year’s red carpet? Sheer fabrics. From delicate panels to full-on transparent gowns, sheer has firmly taken over the fashion scene. We’ve rounded up three of our favorite standout looks from last night’s red carpet.
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Jessica Biel
Jessica Biel turned heads with a dramatic lace gown that was even more daring from the back. She wore a black and gold Lanolin dress featuring a halter neckline, ruffled details, and intricate lace trimmings. When she turned around, the completely open back stole the show. The 7th Heaven alum completed the look with Stuart Weitzman pumps, gold jewelry, and a sleek bun, pairing it with soft makeup.
Biel attended the 2026 Critics’ Choice Awards as a nominee for Best Actress in a Limited Series for her role in the Prime Video series The Better Sister.
While the award ultimately went to Sarah Snook for her performance in Peacock’s mystery thriller All Her Fault, the mother of two made sure all eyes were on her throughout the night with this unforgettable red carpet moment.
Kristen Bell
Kristen Bell opted for a similar vibe to Biel’s but in a much more understated way. She kept it simple and chic in a figure-flattering black halter dress, featuring lace panels in an upside-down V shape across the bodice. The Veronica Mars star styled the look with a sleek high ponytail with side-framing bangs, sparkling diamond earrings, and natural, soft-glam makeup.
The wife of Dax Shepard was nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy Series for her role as Joanne in Netflix’s Nobody Wants This, though the award ultimately went to Jean Smart for Hacks.
Rose Byrne
At the 2026 Critics’ Choice Awards on January 4, Rose Byrne wowed in a black Valentino Haute Couture gown from the Vertigineux collection. The drop-waist dress featured a sheer tulle bodice and a voluminous, tiered taffeta skirt, evoking an ’80s-inspired “prom dress” silhouette. The Damages actress elevated the look with high-jewelry statement earrings from Messika—the “Star Chaser” 7.43-carat diamond danglers.
Byrne attended the ceremony as a nominee for Best Actress for her role in If I Had Legs I’d Kick You. While the award ultimately went to Jessie Buckley for Hamnet, Byrne’s red carpet moment had everyone talking.
