Jennifer Lopez commanded attention on the red carpet at the 83rd Annual Golden Globes on January 11, 2026.
Yet reactions to her ensemble split crowds wide open.
“Looks like fish in the sea”
This year’s ceremony brimmed with highlights—Jennifer Lawrence’s risky “naked dress,” Sean Penn’s smoking quirk, Leonardo DiCaprio’s cheeky waves and grins… and topping it, Jennifer Lopez’s striking gown.
The singer-actress swept into The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills clad in a stunning Jean-Louis Scherrer piece for Stephane Rolland. Her first major awards outing post-Ben Affleck divorce ensured all eyes stayed glued.
Brown lace and sparkle cascaded over her frame, cinching tight before exploding into a sweeping tulle mermaid tail grazing the floor.
Sleek French twist with a gentle side fringe framed her face, while sharp bronzed makeup carved dramatic contours that puzzled some. She accented with morganite-diamond studs, a diamond band, and matching brown clutch.
Bold Hue Gamble
Online verdicts poured in fast—and varied wildly.
“Looks like fish in the sea,” quipped one Instagrammer.
“Gorgeous up top, but that bottom lace? Flared skirt or slip gone wrong,” griped another.
Defenders rallied for the daring vibe.
“She may be a lot of things, but hands down — she KILLS IT EVERY TIME @FASHION! Every SINGLE TIME!!!” cheered a supporter. “Mermaid queen arrives! 
,” hailed another.
“Outshines that shower curtain on the other girl,” jabbed one, nodding to Jennifer Lawrence’s getup.
The offbeat shade drew love: “Adore the gown. Hair perfection. Rare color on her—she needs more!”
18K Gold Earrings Steal Scenes
Makeup talk heated up, especially the thick bronzer.
“What’s with all that forehead bronzer? 
” probed one. “Bronzer overload. Aye,” snapped another. “Jaw and cheek shading is wild,” nailed a third.
Chatting with Entertainment Tonight at the venue, Lopez revealed, “I got it from LILY et Cie,” adding, “It’s my own.” She clarified, “Vintage gown… Early 2000s.”
Her drops hailed from Sabyasachi Jewels. Per their Instagram, J.Lo’s bold hoops were “18K gold with morganite and brilliant cut EF VVS VS diamonds,” paired with “an 18K gold statement ring boasting tourmaline and brilliant cut EF VVS VS diamonds.”
More Head-Turning Looks
At 56, J.Lo thrives on eye-catching ensembles.
Weeks prior, she stirred talk at daughter Emme Muñiz’s school play, joined by Ben Affleck’s daughter Fin.
Blurry shots caught Ben in blue suit with son Sam, Jennifer Garner nearby; Lopez briefly greeted young Sam by the door.
Stars stayed apart all evening, but buzz zeroed on J.Lo’s plunging fit.
Beige jacket gaped open, flashing deep V and black lace bra peek.
Golden Globes echoes rang: fans divided.
“Why open shirt to a kids’ play?” vented one. “JLo’s desperate school-play outfit…” scoffed another.
“JL in low-cut jacket flashing black bra at kids’ event???” fumed a third. “Lingerie under jacket? Desperate 
.”
Softer takes emerged: “JLo looks good.” Family-focused: “Samuel adores JLo, says it all 
.” Gentler still: “Sweet family scene!”
Love or critique her picks, Jennifer Lopez masters impact—red carpets or school nights alike.
