Renate Reinsve Owns the Night in Sculpted Black Louis Vuitton at the 2026 BAFTAs

Renate Reinsve is officially in her red carpet era.

After dazzling at the Golden Globes in a heavily beaded Louis Vuitton creation, the Norwegian actress switched gears at the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards, choosing something sleeker but just as impactful. This time, it was all about clean lines and confidence.

Reinsve stepped onto the London carpet in a black cutout Louis Vuitton gown that felt sharp, modern, and quietly daring. The strapless silhouette hugged her frame before flowing into a long, streamlined skirt. But the real statement was the sculpted side cutout that curved across her midsection, adding unexpected drama without tipping into excess.

It’s not an easy dress to wear. That kind of asymmetry requires poise. And Reinsve had plenty of it.

She kept the styling minimal, pairing the gown with a polished statement necklace that framed her collarbones without overpowering the look. Her long dark hair was worn down in soft waves, parted at the center, keeping everything effortless and unfussy.

The simplicity worked. When the dress is this architectural, you don’t need much else.

Reinsve is nominated for Best Actress in a Leading Role for Sentimental Value, where she plays Nora, a woman navigating complicated family dynamics after her mother’s death. The role, written specifically for her by longtime collaborator Joachim Trier, has fueled a major awards run this season.

What I love most about this look is how self-assured it feels. There’s no gimmick, no heavy embellishment. Just a bold shape, strong tailoring, and an actress who clearly knows who she is.

Minimal doesn’t mean forgettable. On Renate Reinsve, it means powerful.