Ottawa's style scene is catching a serious case of Hollywood glamour this season, and honestly, we're here for every shimmering second of it. Inspired by Diane Von Furstenberg's annual Oscar Nominee Luncheon in Beverly Hills, where power players like Jane Fonda, Demi Moore, Tracee Ellis Ross, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Katy Perry turned heads wearing gold star motifs, a glittering new wave of metallic dressing is making its way into Ottawa wardrobes.
The Gold Star Moment
At DVF's pre-Oscars luncheon, female nominees and Hollywood legends alike arrived wearing delicate gold star accessories and lustrous metallics as a nod to collective feminine power. It wasn't just jewellery. It was a message. Intentional, bold, unapologetically glamorous. And that energy? It translates perfectly from Beverly Hills to the streets of Ottawa.
Metallics have been quietly building momentum on runways for the past few seasons, but DVF's luncheon cemented gold as the power colour of 2026. Think liquid gold wrap dresses (a DVF signature, naturally), star-shaped earrings, and lamé blouses styled with tailored trousers for a look that reads chic from the office boardroom to a dinner at a ByWard Market restaurant.
Where Ottawa Is Wearing It
Step into the boutiques along Westboro's Richmond Road and you'll spot the trend in full swing, silk metallic blouses folded neatly on tables, chunky gold cuffs on display, and a whole lot of star-shaped jewellery catching the light. Hintonburg's independent fashion shops have leaned into the celestial aesthetic too, stocking local and small-batch designers who are running with the gold-and-stars palette.
Over in the Glebe, the vibe skews a little more understated, think one statement gold piece paired with clean, neutral layers. A vintage gold scarf knotted at the neck, or a single star pendant over a crisp white shirt. It's the Ottawa way: absorb the trend, make it wearable for a -10°C commute.
Rideau Centre's higher-end anchors have also refreshed their floor sets with the metallic moment in mind. Gold-toned accessories and evening separates have been flying off racks as spring event season approaches, think galas, gallery openings, and Ottawa's always-packed spring wedding calendar.
How to Pull It Off
The good news: you don't need to attend an A-list luncheon to nail this look. A few easy entry points:
- Star accessories: A gold star pendant or stud earrings do the heavy lifting without committing to head-to-toe glam.
- Metallic layer: A gold or bronze wrap top over dark denim is very Ottawa-appropriate, dressy enough to feel intentional, casual enough for a Saturday brunch in the Market.
- The power wrap dress: DVF's signature silhouette is eternally flattering and available at multiple Ottawa retailers. Pair with block-heeled boots for early spring wearability.
Why This Trend Matters Beyond the Red Carpet
What made DVF's luncheon feel culturally significant wasn't just the fashion. It was the intentionality. Gathering women across generations in Hollywood (and fashion) to celebrate achievement and solidarity sends a message that resonates well beyond Beverly Hills. In Ottawa, where women lead in politics, tech, arts, and business, dressing with that same sense of confident purpose feels very much on brand.
So go ahead, wear the gold star. You've earned it.
Source: Vogue
