Celebrity Style

The Best Dressed After-Party Looks From the 2026 BAFTAs

Published

8 hours ago

24 February 2026

John Akpowo

Photo: Sofi Adams

At the main ceremony of the British Academy Film Awards, the dress code was formal: full-length gowns, sharp tuxedos and structured dresses. By the time guests arrived at the after-parties, outfits changed. Trains disappeared, jackets came off, heels lowered, and lighter fabrics were chosen. The aim was straightforward: clothes that still looked put together but made sense for a crowded room and a late finish.

At events including the Warner Bros. celebration and the Vogue and GQ Fashion & Film party, styling choices were practical. Corseted dresses appeared in softer materials, tailoring was loosened, and high-shine satin was paired with leather or sheer layers. Instead of heavy embellishment, guests chose clean lines and strong cuts. The focus was on outfits that worked in smaller rooms and repeated photographs.

Photo: Getty

No single trend dominated. The most effective outfits suited the setting. The ceremony required formality; the parties required clothes that allowed movement and worked in close-up photographs. Those who stood out made practical choices that were appropriate for the event while still aligned with the tone of the evening.