Kate Hudson white column dress sequin collar detail Hollywood red carpet

Kate Hudson leaned back into her signature effortless style at the Running Point Season 2 premiere in Hollywood on April 15, and honestly, it felt very her. After a run of more polished awards season looks, this one had that relaxed, California ease she does so well, just with a sharper edge.

She stepped out in a Brandon Maxwell Fall 2026 gown that plays with shape in a really interesting way. At first glance, it reads like a simple white dress, but the details shift everything. The bodice is softly draped, falling slightly off-center and creating a diagonal line across the torso that feels fluid and a bit undone. It almost looks like it was wrapped on her in the moment.

Kate Hudson white draped Brandon Maxwell gown Running Point premiere 2026

Then there’s the contrast. The skirt keeps things grounded with a clean, column silhouette that skims straight down to the floor, balancing out all that movement on top. From the back, the dress adds another layer with a subtle peplum-like detail that gives it shape without going full dramatic.

But the standout detail? That collar. Instead of traditional jewelry, Hudson’s neckline features a crescent-shaped black sequin band that sits like a built-in statement piece. It’s unexpected against the soft white fabric and gives the whole look a bit of attitude.

Kate Hudson white draped Brandon Maxwell gown Running Point premiere 2026

Her styling stays in that same effortless lane. She wore her honey-blonde hair in a soft French twist with loose, face-framing pieces that keep it from feeling too done. Makeup leans warm and glowy, with a hint of black liner and soft pink tones across her cheeks and lips.