The 2026 award season red carpet introduced several fashion and beauty trends to inspire our closets and cabinets, including the under-$10 products that stars like Olandria Carthen [1] and Sarah Pidgeon used to get ready, as well as the return of the '90s slip dress. And Popsugar's Award Season After Party [2] in partnership with Affinity Nightlife on March 15 at Hollywood's Mondrian Hotel was no different.
After the Oscars [3], attendees packed the hotel's Skybar to bid farewell to the award show circuit (at least until the Emmys), with notable stars taking the opportunity to show off their sartorial best. All-black ensembles were prevalent on the red carpet [4], with Popsugar editor-in-chief Kelsey Castañon sporting a sculptural, organza bodysuit and high-waisted, wrap pants from Andrea Iyamah. Meanwhile, "Love Island" alum Andreina Santos paired her blush-heavy glam with a black maxi dress with a plunging neckline. Her co-star, Jeremiah Brown [5], embraced the same color palette but added a dose of edge, choosing easy black separates paired with a faded leather jacket. Other stars like "Love Story" actor Noah Fearnley took the black-and-white trend for a spin in a classic formal tuxedo.
Ahead, see who was best dressed in the room and shop a few pieces to get inspo for your next night out.
When in doubt, go with a black dress. Andreina Santos embraced the classic trend in a maxi, body-hugging gown with a plunging neckline.
Shop the Look: Emerald Sundae Strapless Cateye Corset Scuba Gown [6] ($85). Michael Costello x Revolve Billie Gown [7] ($328).
PS editor-in-chief Kelsey Castañon showed her support of Black-owned brands with a two-piece ensemble from Andrea Iyamah. The set, complete with an organza bodysuit and flap-over pant, just screamed elegance.
Shop the Look: Andrea Iyamah Sombra Bodysuit [8] ($220). Andrea Iyamah Vira Pants [9] ($385).
Noah Fearnley looked dapper in his own interpretation of a black-and-white tuxedo. The pièce de résistance? His sleek bow tie.
Shop the Look: ASOS DESIGN Slim Suit Tuxedo Blazer [10] ($68, originally $169). Nordstrom Non-Iron Traditional Fit Solid Cotton Dress Shirt [11] ($80). Banana Republic Sauvo Silk Satin Bow-Tie [12] ($65). Boss George Flat Front Wool Suit Pants [13] ($198).
Slip dresses are steadily coming back into red carpet dressing, and Kiana Washington's look is further proof. She wore a red number adorned with sparkly, floral detailing and silver shoes.
Shop the Look: Topshop Folded Neck Satin Slip Maxi Dress [14] ($109). Lovers and Friends Bria Sequin Maxi Dress [15] ($127, originally $248).
Metallics remain a perennial go-to for evening dressing. Lika O. showed up and showed out in a picture-perfect, mirror grid dress, that easily commanded the room with its subtle waist cutout.
Shop the Look: Simon Miller Sculpty Sequin Dress [16] ($327, originally $545).
Jeremiah Brown took a slightly edgier approach to all-black styling, sporting a faded leather jacket, fitted top, and relaxed slacks.
Shop the Look: All Saints Alkan Zip Up Two Tone Leather Jacket [17] ($539, originally $719). Standard Cloth Jason Relaxed Pleated Trouser Pant [18] ($59).
PS Fit instructor Tanner Courtad and Chloe Veitch also stunned in black and white: Courtad in an all-black suit, and Veitch in a two-toned gown, and statement jewelry.
Shop the Look: Lover and Friends Alice Strapless Gown [19] ($328). ASOS DESIGN Slim Tuxedo Suit Jacket [20] ($149).
Naomi Parris [21] is the assistant shopping editor at Popsugar, based in New York. With over eight years of experience and previous roles held on the brand's Beauty and Operations teams, she enjoys telling stories that merge fashion, beauty, and Black culture. Naomi has also lent her skillful pen to Essence Girls United, Elle, Bustle, and Elite Daily. When she's not crafting shopping roundups, high-profile features, beauty op-eds, or trend guides, you can find Naomi behind her blog "Eli-Nay," where she inspires readers through style guides, cultural pieces, and innovative content on her Instagram.