What Was the Oscars Red Carpet Like 20 Years Ago? Revisit the 2006 Academy Awards

Plus, Kate Middleton Reveals the Dietary Change She's Made Since Her Cancer Diagnosis View in Browser       Update Preferences With the Oscars just a day away, we're taking a trip down memory lane to the 2006 Academy Awards red carpet. Revisit the mermaid silhouettes, the statement necklaces, and the unmistakable mid-2000s glamour that defined the era. Plus, Kate Middleton opens up about the dietary change she's made since her cancer diagnosis, and the thoughtful shift in how she approaches health and recovery. HANNAH JACKSON FASHION WRITER, VOGUE   HANNAH JACKSON FASHION WRITER, VOGUE   What Was the Oscars Red Carpet Like 20 Years Ago? Revisit the 2006 Academy Awards BY HANNAH JACKSON Ahead of the 2026 Oscars on Sunday, revisit the 2006 red carpet—mermaid gowns, statement necklaces, and all. SEE MORE Why this ad? Top stories on Vogue today Kate Middleton Reveals the Dietary Change She's Made Since Her Cancer Diagnosis BY MORGAN FARGO The Princess of Wales shared the news during a visit to a London beerhall with her husband, William, Prince of Wales. LEARN MORE Hailey Bieber Confirms the Heeled Thong Sandal Is Here to Stay BY LAURA JACKSON It's spring's standout shoe—backed by the runways, the celeb crowd, and Vogue editors alike. SEE THE EDIT Zendaya's Vintage Dress Has a Connection to Whitney Houston—and Carrie Bradshaw BY CHRISTIAN ALLAIRE The famous flower dress that Zendaya wore the other day is most known for being in the 2008 Sex and the City film opening sequence. But there's an even bigger backstory. READ MORE In case you missed it 72 Thoughts I Had About About Episode 7 of Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette I feel Caroline is being quite unfair about Carolyn's paparazzi magnetism. Like, lock a girl up for being pretty and chic! Who Will Win—and Who Should Win—at the 2026 Oscars Welcome to the wildest Academy Awards race in years. Yodelay-hee-hoo! The Unexpected Joy of Learning to Yodel One writer heads to the Swiss Alps for yodeling lessons—and discovers a sense of freedom (and some surprising health benefits) in the centuries-old singing tradition. Why this ad? MORE FROM VOGUE This e-mail was sent to you by Vogue.com. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add our e-mail address, vogue@mail.vogue.com, to your address book.   View our Privacy Policy Unsubscribe or manage your newsletter subscriptions   Copyright © Condé Nast 2026. One World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007. All rights reserved.