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Vera Wang's Surreal BAFTA Glove Twist
23 Feb
Summary
- Vera Wang stunned at the 2026 BAFTAs with unique black mitten-like gloves.
- Her black-and-white ensemble featured a strapless white gown and bolero.
- Opera gloves are a recurring, evolving trend seen across recent awards.
At the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards, held on Sunday at London's Royal Festival Hall, designer Vera Wang presented a unique take on the opera glove trend. Her ensemble featured a bright white, strapless gown with vertical ruching, paired with a black cropped bolero. The striking element was the black sleeves, which extended past the wrist and ended in a closed, mitten-like shape, offering a surreal twist on the classic opera glove.
Wang has consistently embraced a black-and-white aesthetic at BAFTA events. In previous years, she has worn distinctive outfits, including a two-piece ensemble in 2025 and a draped white hooded gown with detached sleeves in 2024. Her appearances often highlight opera gloves, a trend that has reappeared prominently throughout recent awards seasons.
This resurgence of opera gloves was evident at the 2025 Golden Globes and continued into 2026. Celebrities like Tate McRae at the 2026 Grammy Awards and Kate Hudson at the 98th Oscars Nominees Luncheon were seen sporting the style. Earlier in February, Mary J. Blige also sported long gloves at a Michael Kors show. Off the red carpet, Wang has focused on expanding bridal design access, with a capsule collection launched with David's Bridal in November and a broader collection set for release in spring 2026.
