At the Critics Choice Awards 2026, actress Elle Fanning shared her admiration for Kim Kardashian’s fashion sense in an exclusive interview with E! News. The 27-year-old star expressed her appreciation for Kardashian’s organized closet, stating, “I feel Kim Kardashian is so good at that.” During the interview, Elle noted how the reality star showcases an impressive level of organization on her show, in contrast to her own collection, which has expanded over the years.
Elle, an avid vintage fashion collector, explained her challenge of parting with pieces that hold sentimental value. “I’m very sentimental for my clothes, and it’s hard for me to throw things away,” she shared. To accommodate her growing collection, she has resorted to renting a couple of storage units.
Fanning’s affinity for vintage style was evident in her choice of attire for the awards show, where she wore a stunning Ralph Lauren gown from 2003, previously adorned by Charlize Theron. The gown featured a plunging neckline accentuated by gold sequins, and Elle paired it with elegant Cartier jewelry. She humorously pondered, “Can we say 2003 is vintage? I think archival, you know?”
The actress, who received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in “Sentimental Value,” has cited various style icons, including Alexa Chung and the Olsen twins, as inspiration for her wardrobe. Fanning embraces fashion from different eras, expressing, “I absolutely express myself through clothes. I go through phases, and my mood often dictates what I wear.”
In previous interviews, Elle has also highlighted her unorthodox take on gendered fashion, recalling how she wore vintage 80s men’s khakis to school, pulling them up high with a belt for a trendy look that garnered positive attention from her peers. Fanning’s eclectic approach to fashion continues to inspire many, blending nostalgia with a modern twist.