“Electric Head”: Elle Fanning’s Golden Globes Look Sparks Divided Fan Reactions

Elle Fanning arrived at the 83rd Golden Globe Awards and immediately became one of the night’s most talked-about figures, with her shimmering silver gown and statement jewelry giving way to a wave of praise and nostalgic comparisons across social media.

The actress, nominated for her work in Sentimental Value, stepped onto the red carpet in a fitted, intricately embellished gown paired with a striking diamond necklace that drew as much attention as the dress itself.

For many viewers, the look felt like a deliberate shift away from the translucent, skin-baring trends that dominated red carpets throughout 2025.

“Elle’s arrival blends classic Hollywood with fresh young flair. Could this be the look everyone tries to recreate next season?” a viewer asked.

Elle Fanning attended the Golden Globes in a shimmering silver gown punctuated by a Cartier necklace

Elle Fanning posing on the red carpet at the Golden Globes in a sparkling gown with a bold electric head hairstyle.

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The actress attended alongside her boyfriend, magazine executive Gus Wenner.

A large portion of the reaction was overwhelmingly positive, with fans praising Fanning’s elegance and describing her as the embodiment of old-school glamour.

“Looking stunning and beautiful as always,” one user wrote.

“My beautiful blonde angel princess,” another added. “Best dressed so far.”

Elle Fanning at Golden Globes in electric head look, sparking mixed fan reactions on social media.

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Elle Fanning at Golden Globes wearing a sparkling gown, showcasing electric head hairstyle and drawing fan reactions.

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For supporters, the appeal went beyond the gown itself, but what it represented. After a year of daring cutouts and sheer fabrics, Fanning’s structured silhouette and elegant sparkle felt refreshing.

However, not all reactions were glowing. A smaller group zeroed in on details they felt missed the mark, particularly her hair.

“Cute but her hairstylist did not control the hair frizz,” one viewer commented. “Electric head,” another added.

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Elle Fanning showcasing an electric head look at the Golden Globes, stirring diverse fan reactions online.

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Beyond that, other netizens filled comment sections with comparisons to actresses known for timeless red carpet style. Multiple users said Fanning reminded them of actresses like Cate Blanchett or Laura Linney.

Viewers said the gown brought back memories of classic Hollywood elegance

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“He reminds me of Nicole Kidman,” a user added, recalling that Fanning, who stands at 5 feet 9 inches, once said she looked up to Kidman for helping her embrace her height.

“I think tall women are stunning. I guess the grass really is always greener,” another replied.

Elle Fanning at Golden Globes wearing a shimmering gown and necklace, showcasing her electric head look on the red carpet.

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Some viewers also noted similarities to Selena Gomez’s recent red carpet appearance, suggesting both actresses have been drawing inspiration from classic Hollywood aesthetics, favoring vintage glamour over shock value.

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In 2025, figures like Bianca Censori and Julia Fox, alongside others, made headlines for spearheading a trend that consisted of translucent fabrics and daring, form-fitting outfits made to look as if they were wearing nothing at all.

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The style continued to evolve as more and more celebrities began blending underwear with high fashion in their appearances – eventually reaching a point where some viewers felt put off rather than impressed.

The actress wore an exclusive diamond necklace by Cartier’s En Équilibre collection

Elle Fanning at the Golden Globes wearing a sparkling gown, showcasing the electric head look with divided fan reactions.

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The centerpiece of Fanning’s look, the diamond necklace, became a story of its own.

According to reports, the actress wore a one-of-a-kind Cartier High Jewelry necklace from the En Équilibre collection, unveiled last spring to VIP clients and select press in Stockholm.

Crafted in Cartier’s Parisian workshops, the piece features open-work motifs that subtly suggest the tail of a peacock.

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It was described as “transformable,” designed to be worn with or without a central sapphire stone, which Fanning chose to omit, allowing the diamonds to stand alone as a statement.

The look also echoed her 2025 Oscars appearance, where she wore a vintage Cartier choker from 1958 inspired by Grace Kelly.

“Classic Hollywood.” Viewers praised Elle Fanning’s look on social media

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Elle Fanning’s electric head Golden Globes look featuring bold fashion and hairstyles sparking fan reactions.

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Elle Fanning at Golden Globes with electric head hairstyle, showcasing a bold and glamorous look sparking fan reactions.

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Elle Fanning at Golden Globes wearing a dramatic electric headpiece, sparking divided fan reactions.

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Elle Fanning at Golden Globes with electric head look, sparking divided fan reactions on social media.

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Elle Fanning at Golden Globes with electric head hairstyle, sparking divided fan reactions on social media.

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Golden Globes 2026 Winners

Best film – drama

• Frankenstein
• Hamnet
• It Was Just an Accident
• The Secret Agent
• Sentimental Value
• Sinners

Best film – musical or comedy

• Blue Moon
• Bugonia
• Marty Supreme
• No Other Choice
• Nouvelle Vague
• One Battle After Another

Best animated film

• Arco
• Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle
• Elio
• KPop Demon Hunters
• Little Amélie or the Character of Rain
• Zootopia 2

Best female actor – drama

• Jessie Buckley – Hamnet
• Jennifer Lawrence – Die, My Love
• Renate Reinsve – Sentimental Value
• Julia Roberts – After the Hunt
• Tessa Thompson – Hedda
• Eva Victor – Sorry, Baby

Best male actor – drama

• Joel Edgerton – Train Dreams
• Oscar Isaac – Frankenstein
• Dwayne Johnson – The Smashing Machine
• Michael B Jordan – Sinners
• Wagner Moura – The Secret Agent
• Jeremy Allen White – Springsteen: Deliver Me From Nowhere

Best female actor – musical or comedy

• Rose Byrne – If I Had Legs I’d Kick You
• Cynthia Erivo – Wicked: For Good
• Kate Hudson – Song Sung Blue
• Chase Infiniti – One Battle After Another
• Amanda Seyfried – The Testament of Ann Lee
• Emma Stone – Bugonia

Best male actor – musical or comedy

• Timothée Chalamet – Marty Supreme
• George Clooney – Jay Kelly
• Leonardo DiCaprio – One Battle After Another
• Ethan Hawke – Blue Moon
• Lee Byung-Hun – No Other Choice
• Jesse Plemons – Bugonia

Best supporting female actor

• Emily Blunt – The Smashing Machine
• Elle Fanning – Sentimental Value
• Ariana Grande – Wicked: For Good
• Inga Ibsdotter Lilleaas – Sentimental Value
• Amy Madigan – Weapons
• Teyana Taylor – One Battle After Another

Best supporting male actor

• Benicio Del Toro – One Battle After Another
• Jacob Elordi – Frankenstein
• Paul Mescal – Hamnet
• Sean Penn – One Battle After Another
• Adam Sandler – Jay Kelly
• Stellan Skarsgård – Sentimental Value

Best director

• Paul Thomas Anderson – One Battle After Another
• Ryan Coogler – Sinners
• Guillermo del Toro – Frankenstein
• Jafar Panahi – It Was Just an Accident
• Joachim Trier – Sentimental Value
• Chloe Zhao – Hamnet

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