TALKING FASHION: Best & Worst Red Carpet Looks of the Critics Choice Awards 2026

In this episode, I’m joined by fashion expert Christine Griffith of the MONTE VISTA and Chicago Fashion Vanguard to break down the first red carpets of 2026. Together, we recap standout looks, fashion missteps, and why certain styles worked or didn’t, with me focusing on hair and Christine bringing her designer-level fashion insight.From Danielle Brooks and Odessa A’zion to Jeff Goldblum and Michael B. Jordan, we cover the best and worst of the night and share thoughts on designers, celebrity creative directors, and what’s ahead as red carpet season continues.✨ Christine Griffith – Creative Director, fashion strategist & retail incubator founderCreative Director of Chicago Fashion Vanguard and the MONTE VISTABased in Chicago, ILIG: @azmade_cgthe MONTE VISTA: @themontevista_chicago✅ Subscribe for more conversations with the voices reshaping the beauty industry.Click Here For More Info: https://linktr.ee/TrendywithKimAllison– Listen on Spotify, Apple, and all podcast platforms.– Follow @trendywkimallison on Instagram and TikTok.If you’re a stylist, educator, salon owner, or beauty lover… this one is PACKED.Grab a snack and settle in — we go deep!TIME STAMPS:00:00 – Intro and Christine’s fashion background03:15 – Red carpet season kickoff and Critics’ Choice overview06:10 – Danielle Brooks look breakdown11:05 – Odessa A’zion standout moment15:30 – Ego Nwodim in Carolina Herrera19:40 – Mia Goth in Dior23:10 – Red hair and white dress discussion26:00 – Louis Vuitton structured looks29:15 – Best dressed picks32:10 – Not so fashion forward moments38:45 – Lingerie inspired and Prada critiques42:30 – The men who crushed the red carpet50:05 – Worst dressed men56:20 – Ariana Grande in archive Ferretti01:01:45 – Teyana Taylor style shift01:06:10 – Designers, celebrity creatives, and fashion direction01:12:30 – What’s next in red carpet season01:15:00 – Closing and Christine’s projectsFollow Trendy with Kim Allison so you never miss an episode.Have a salon story, question or topic that belongs in one of the folders? Want to be considered as a guest? Connect with Kim on Instagram at @trendywkimallison or email [email protected]. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.