Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys Wear American Designers Khaite and Thom Browne to 2026 Emmys
At the 2026 Emmys, Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys opted for American designers for their appearances on the red carpet. Russell, nominated for her role as lead actress in a drama series for The Diplomat, donned Khaite's inaugural custom red carpet creation—a black leather halter dress featuring a daring open back and buckle accents. She expressed to Vogue her admiration for an earlier version of the dress, which Khaite's Cate Holstein, along with stylist Frank Fleming, adapted to be longer and more formal. Holstein praised Russell's boldness, noting that using leather—central to Khaite—brought a fresh twist. Rhys, up for lead actor in a comedy series for Widow's Bay and in a limited series for The Beast In Me, sported a bespoke Thom Browne tuxedo, which he described as a blend of classic elegance and playful subversion. Stylist Frank Fleming highlighted the couple's authenticity and confidence, calling their choices 'a likely NYC marriage!'
Key facts
- Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys attended the 2026 Emmys.
- Russell was nominated for lead actress in a drama series for The Diplomat.
- Rhys received two nominations: lead actor in a comedy series for Widow's Bay and lead actor in a limited or anthology series or movie for The Beast In Me.
- Russell wore Khaite's first-ever custom red carpet dress, a black leather halter with a plunging open back and buckle detail.
- Cate Holstein of Khaite worked with Russell and stylist Frank Fleming to adapt the dress for a more formal feel.
- Rhys wore a made-to-measure Thom Browne twill tuxedo with black grosgrain tipping, a bibbed white Oxford shirt, knit cashmere vest, bow tie, and wingtip boots.
- The couple shares stylist Frank Fleming.
- Fleming described their style as reflecting authenticity and confidence, adding 'A likely NYC marriage!'
Entities
Artists
- Keri Russell
- Matthew Rhys
- Cate Holstein
- Frank Fleming
Institutions
- Khaite
- Thom Browne
- Vogue
- Emmys
Locations
- New York City
- United States