Elle Fanning Dazzles in Stunning Black Dress Ahead of the 2026 Emmys
Elle Fanning embodies the essence of the ultimate It Girl.
The 28-year-old actress showcased her stunning style on Instagram on Sunday, September 13, wearing a sultry black dress as she attended a pre-Emmy event, just before the industry’s biggest night. At W Magazine and Loewe’s Intimate Emmy Awards Dinner, the star of Margo’s Got Money Troubles looked incredibly chic in a Balmain creation, which featured a daring plunge neckline, halter straps, and a figure-hugging silhouette. Styled by Samantha McMillen, she paired the elegant look with strappy heels from Manolo Blahnik.
Choosing to let her outfit shine, Fanning went for a minimalist approach with no jewelry. Her makeup artist, Erin Ayanian Monroe, gave her a radiant complexion with a dewy foundation, bronzed cheeks, and a hint of highlighter. Her makeup featured softly blended bronze eyeshadow, well-groomed brows, mascara, and pink-lined lips. Fanning’s blonde locks, colored by Jenda Alcorn, were elegantly parted in the middle and left straight and glossy.
She captioned her post: “Pre-Emmy festivities 🖤🖤🖤🖤.”
Her celebrity friends and fans quickly took to the comments to compliment her timeless appearance.
“You are so very pretty,” exclaimed Joey King, while Julianne Moore added, “🙌❤️.” Michelle Pfeiffer chimed in with “❤️❤️❤️.”
Other fans expressed their admiration with comments like, “😍😍😍BODY TEA!! FACE TEA!! ACTING TEA,” and “Gorg babe absolutely gorg.”
TheStewartofNY/FilmMagic Elle Fanning is already embracing one of 2025’s top beauty trends: modern retro makeup. At the 2025 National Board Of Review Gala in New York City on January 7, she dazzled in a look inspired by the 1960s, complete with a vibrant pink lip. Her subtle eye makeup featured a nude eyeshadow blend …
Just a day before the 2026 Emmys, taking place on Monday, September 14, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, Fanning’s post created quite a buzz. She is nominated for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her portrayal of Margo Millet in Margo’s Got Money Troubles, which is also contending for Best Comedy Series.
This marks Fanning’s second Emmy nomination; previously, she was nominated in 2022 for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her role as Catherine the Great in Hulu’s The Great.
This year, Mariska Hargitay will host the Emmy ceremony, which fans can catch live on NBC and Peacock starting at 8 p.m. ET.
