Keke Palmer at The 2026 Time 100 Gala held at Jazz at Lincoln Centre on April 23, 2026, in New York, New York. (Photo by John Nacion/Variety via Getty Images)
Influence, as any seasoned observer of culture will tell you, isn’t always loud, but at the 2026 Time100 Gala, it certainly was. On Thursday evening in New York City, the world’s most compelling figures gathered at Jazz at Lincoln Centre for the annual celebration of Time magazine’s definitive list of leaders, innovators, and icons, marking the event’s 20th anniversary with a guest list that served as a living snapshot of the global zeitgeist.
As actors, activists, musicians, and industry disruptors mingled with one another, they proved that power dressing can take many forms. Honourees, including Alan Cumming, Keke Palmer, Kate Hudson, and Sterling K. Brown, stepped out alongside fellow cultural heavyweights, each bringing their own personal style to the red carpet. Hosted by comedian Nikki Glaser, with performances by Coco Jones and Luke Combs, the evening’s sense of occasion was a welcome throwback to awards season.
As Time editor-in-chief Sam Jacobs noted in his letter to readers, influence resists easy measurement. But we think the style tends to speak for itself. From Dakota Johnson’s ethereal Valentino to Jennie Kim’s sculptural Schiaparelli, here are all the best looks from the red carpet.
2026 Time 100 Gala red carpet
Dakota Johnson in Valentino (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)Jennie Kim in Schiaparelli at the 2026 Time 100 Gala (Photo by John Nacion/Variety via Getty Images)Hailey Bieber (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)Zoe Saldana (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)Anok Yai (Photo by John Nacion/Variety via Getty Images)Kate Hudson (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)Sterling K. Brown (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)Natasha Lyonne (Photo by TheStewartofNY/FilmMagic)Claire Danes (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)Hilary Duff (Photo by ANGELA WEISS / AFP via Getty Images)Isan Elba (Photo by Kristina Bumphrey/WWD via Getty Images)Chloe Kim (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)Coco Jones (Photo by John Nacion/Variety via Getty Images)Alan Cumming at the 2026 Time 100 Gala (Photo by Kristina Bumphrey/WWD via Getty Images)Rhea Seehorn (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)Ethan Hawke at the 2026 Time 100 Gala (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)Cyrus Veyssi (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)Nikki Glaser (Photo by John Nacion/Variety via Getty Images)Christine Taylor (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
NEW YORK, NY – MARCH 09: Harry Styles and Zoe Kravitz are seen on March 09, 2026, in New York City. (Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images)
Last August, Zoë Kravitz, 37, and Harry Styles, 32, set the internet ablaze with a casual stroll abroad that hard-launched their romance. Though it’s unclear when the duo first connected, it seems they may already be on the way down the aisle, if a recent outing is anything to go by.
On April 21, 2026, the couple were photographed out and about in London when fans noticed that Kravitz was sporting a massive diamond on her ring finger. In the images published by The Sun, the duo are dressed casually, sipping matcha and coffee.
While nothing has been confirmed, the ring is a fairly strong indicator that a proposal has transpired.
NEW YORK, NY – MARCH 11: Zoe Kravitz is seen on March 11, 2026, in New York City. (Photo by XNY/Star Max/GC Images)
Following their debut, a fan-shot video (see here) captured the duo walking arm-in-arm through the cobbled streets of Rome, both incognito, wearing dark sunglasses and discreet baseball caps—a coordinated look they’ve since maintained as their signature. The actress was also wearing a white mini dress and black ballet flats, while Styles wore a blue chore jacket, jeans and Dries Van Noten sneakers.
Though not much else was captured—not even enough for Internet lip-readers—their ease in each other’s company felt telling.
Kravitz was in the midst of her global press tour for her film, Caught Stealing, while Styles had been enjoying a summer of his own romantic headlines: from a Glastonbury kiss with a mystery woman in June to reported festival flirtations with producer Ella Kenny, following his split from Taylor Russell earlier that year in May.
Since then, the duo have been spotted engaging in some light PDA around the world, not shying away from photographers. And according to a source, the actress believes the singer is her “soulmate”.
According to Page Six, Kravitz has been telling her inner circle that things are very deep between the two, and that the relationship “feels different” to her others.
Last year, an insider also suggested to the outlet that the feeling was mutual.
“It’s so hard to date as a celebrity,” they said. “Harry wouldn’t have gone public with Zoë if it wasn’t anything.”
Taylor Swift and Harry Styles are seen walking around Central Park on December 02, 2012, in New York City. (Photo by David Krieger/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)
Adding further intrigue to this development is Kravitz’s called-off engagement to Channing Tatum, and her long-standing friendship with Taylor Swift, who famously dated Styles during her Red album era in 2012.
Kravitz herself recently praised Swift’s upcoming The Life of a Showgirl album as “fantastic, no skips,” suggesting the bond between the two still stands, which makes her arm-in-arm moment with Styles all the more compelling.
Since splitting with Tatum, Kravitz has also been rumoured to be dating Noah Centineo following multiple sightings of the two together in New York City, but neither party has commented on their relationship.
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – MARCH 17: Zendaya attends the Los Angeles Premiere of A24’s “The Drama” at DGA Theatre Complex on March 17, 2026, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Olivia Wong/FilmMagic)
Just as audiences devoured every last pleated skirt and pop of tennis green from Zendaya’s Challengers press tour, her latest film has once again turned the promotional circuit into a masterclass in method dressing. This time, however, for her new A24 film The Drama, the mood is less athletic and more bridal intrigue. Across premieres and photocalls, the actress, who is rumoured to have secretly wedTom Holland recently, has dipped into a palette of bridal whites and tongue-in-cheek traditions, with gowns that could easily find their way down an aisle.
Co-starring Robert Pattinson, The Drama follows a couple whose relationship begins to fracture just days before their wedding after a disturbing confession from the bride-to-be. And while we suspect Zendaya would not harbour such secrets, the 29-year-old has decisively leaned into the theme.
Working in close step with stylist and Image Architect Law Roach, the duo have put a creative spin on the Victorian adage “something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue,” turning it into a full-fledged fashion storyline.
Here, a look back at every ensemble from The Drama press tour.
Alexander McQueen
LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 16: Zendaya is seen on March 16, 2026, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by DUTCH/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)
For a quick stop in Los Angeles to navigate the talk show circuit, Zendaya opted for florals in this ethereal sheer gown from Alexander McQueen’s Fall 2026 collection.
Moschino
LOS ANGELES, CA – MARCH 16: Zendaya is seen at “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on March 16, 2026, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by PG/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images)
For an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, the leading lady opted for a modern short-suit set with a twist. Plucked from the Moschino Fall 2026 runway, the look comprises a pale grey blazer, tailored Bermuda shorts, and a crisp white shirt with dangling ruffles at the wrists.
“Old” Vivienne Westwood
Robert Pattinson and Zendaya attend the Los Angeles Premiere of A24’s “The Drama” at the DGA Theatre Complex on March 17, 2026, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Olivia Wong/FilmMagic)
For her “something old”, Zendaya revisited her own archive, re-wearing a Vivienne Westwood corseted off-shoulder gown that she originally wore on the Oscars red carpet back in 2015.
Zendaya at the 87th Annual Academy Awards at Hollywood & Highland Centre on February 22, 2015, in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Dan MacMedan/WireImage)
“New” custom Louis Vuitton
Zendaya attends the “The Drama” Premiere on March 24, 2026, in Paris, France. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)(Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)(Photo by Marc Piasecki/WireImage)
What’s better than fresh-off-the-runway for “something new”? A custom look by Louis Vuitton, of course. Featuring a long-sleeve, crew-neck silhouette, the floor-length white gown made jaws drop when Zendaya turned around, revealing a large cutout, a high slit, and a statement black bow train.
“Borrowed” Armani Privé and Louis Vuitton
Zendaya attends the premiere of “The Drama” at Cinema Adriano in Rome, Italy, on March 26, 2026. (Photo by Daniele Venturelli/WireImage)(Photo by Daniele Venturelli/WireImage)
If we were to borrow an outfit from anyone, we would look to Cate Blanchett, too. For the Roman premiere of The Drama, Roach tapped the actress for a custom Armani Privé gown that Blanchett has worn twice—both to the 2022 SAG Awards and at the 2025 Venice Film Festival.
Featuring a plunging neckline and onyx gemstones, the look was a stark departure from bridal whites, but no less impactful. Zendaya even made sure to honour the look correctly, wearing the same Louis Vuitton earrings as Blanchett.
“Blue” Zimmermann
Robert Pattinson & Zendaya pose together backstage on Wednesday, April 1, 2026 (Photo by: Todd Owyoung/NBC via Getty Images)
Australian brand Zimmermann received the honour of being Zendaya’s (first) “something blue” with this whimsical lace moment from the brand’s Fall 2026 collection.
More “Blue” Schiaparelli Couture and Tiffany & Co
Zendaya at the New York Special Screening of “The Drama” held at Regal Union Square on April 02, 2026, in New York, New York. (Photo by John Nacion/Variety via Getty Images)(Photo by Cindy Ord/WireImage)
Talk about drama. At the film’s New York City premiere, the actress donned one of her most statement looks to date with this striking gown from Schiaparelli’s Spring 2026 Haute Couture collection.
Complimenting the blues with, well, more blues, she opted for an abundance of Tiffany & Co. jewels featuring vibrant sapphires.
Stella McCartney
Zendaya appears on “The Jennifer Hudson Show”, airing April 3, 2026, in Burbank, California. (Photo by Chris Haston/WBTV via Getty Images). Check your local listings for times.
In California, she picked up the white theme again with a set from Stella McCartney‘s Fall 2026 show, which features power shoulders, a cinched waist, and a faux-fur peplum trim at the hip.