Emma Stone gives humble cardigan a glitzy red carpet glow-up

Emma Stone proved that even the most casual wardrobe staple can become a red-carpet triumph at the 2026 SAG Actor Awards.

The Bugonia star, 37, arrived in a custom lilac slip dress from Louis Vuitton, but it was her coordinating beaded cardigan that truly stole the show.

By pairing the floor-length chiffon gown with such an unexpected layer, Stone and her long-term stylist, Petra Flannery, took the "lazy-day layer to glitzy new heights."

The look continued Stone’s recent trend of "unexpectedly understated" fashion choices. Eschewing the ceremony’s official theme—"Reimagining Hollywood Glamour from the ’20s and ’30s"—the actress instead leaned into a sleek, ’90s-inspired aesthetic.

While fellow guests arrived in Art Deco gowns and feather boas, Stone kept things minimal with a soft low updo, a rosy lip, and remarkably, no visible jewellery.

This follows a string of low-key appearances, including a midriff-baring crop top at the Golden Globes and a simple white Calvin Klein tank dress at the Producers Guild Awards.

Since becoming a Louis Vuitton ambassador in 2017, Stone has frequently championed their designs, though her recent preference for minimalism marks a distinct shift from traditional Hollywood maximalism.

With an Oscar nomination for Best Actress under her belt for the upcoming ceremony on 15 March, fashion critics are eager to see if she will give another "wardrobe basic a black-tie makeover."

For now, her lilac knitwear moment remains the talk of the season, proving that true glamour often lies in the most understated details.