LAS VEGAS—The 2026 AVN Awards, presented on Saturday night, brought Hollywood glam to the heart of Sin City when the adult industry’s most elite performers, players and portrayers gathered to celebrate the world’s sexiest stars and their work. (photo galleries)
Trends leaned into classic red carpet looks with lots of glitter, sequins, feathers and faux fur. An industry as diverse as adult allows for a broad range of aesthetics, from haute couture to hand-me-downs; the only rule is, be your sexy self and let it show.
Red was very popular with several starlets who dressed in fiery hues.
Violet Voss stunned in a corseted strapless gown of pavéd red rhinestones by Australian brand Babyboo, which she said was recently worn by her style inspiration, actress Millie Bobby Brown. “So, if it’s good enough for her, then it must be good enough for me. This was actually a last-minute dress. It wasn’t supposed to be my dress tonight,” the Best New Starlet nominee confessed. “The original one fell apart when I put it on.”
Trans star Emma Rose was a burgundy beauty in her rose red frock, setting off her upswept auburn hair. “I wanted to look like a rose and I absolutely adore it.” Back from a work break in 2025, Rose said she has a few career-first scenes planned for this year.
MILF legends Phoenix Marie and Brittany Andrews bumped into each other—both dressed in red. Marie’s burgundy gown was giving sophisticated goddess vibes, while Andrews was a satin doll in a retro look with an elegant train.
“Lexington Steele yesterday said that we need to do a scene with him,” Andrews revealed to which Marie replied, “Oh God—goodness gracious.”
AVN Awards co-hosts Abigaiil Morris and ItsLo walked the carpet together before being whisked off to go backstage before the show.
A top MyFreeCams model, ItsLo had two looks for the evening—the first was a corseted hot pink strapless gown with taffeta skirt from designer Tariq Ediz, which was followed by a second onstage look from designer Albina Dyla.
Morris also had two looks for the night, the first being a sheer red corset style, dripping with sparkling crystals. The big-busted Brazzers star confessed that her dresses have to be custom-made to accommodate her abundant curves.
Kayley Gunner was drop-dead gorgeous in a sheer, sparkly red dress that hugged her hourglass figure. The blonde starlet interviewed friends and colleagues on the carpet for AVN.
Octavia Red raised the temperature in head-to-toe red, including thigh-high boots and a bejeweled outfit trimmed in feathers and frills. Taking it next level, the Female Performer of the Year nominee even wore red glitter lipstick. Her style was similar to wardrobe worn in her nominated Elegant Angel showcase, The Red Door.
“I’ve been enjoying myself,” Red said of her fourth AVN Expo. “I finally feel like I’ve got the rundown of it. The butterflies aren’t as intense… I’ve learned that it’s about celebrating and being happy for them and being excited for them, not just yourself.”
The energy in the theater was loved up, even with several very competitive categories—including Female Performer of the Year.
Gonzo queens and competitors Jennifer White and Chloe Amour came together on the carpet and couldn’t stop themselves from gushing about each other’s amazing work. White (who would eventually take the Female POTY and Best Star Showcase trophies) was resplendent in red pearls and a bold red lip, looking every inch the movie star.
Amour glittered in silver sequins, confessing that she chose to go with a short skirt and kitten heels for a flirty feel this year. “I love my fans,” Amour added, “because without them, I would be nothing.”
Angela White confessed that she loves to wear black and prefers a more covered-up looking for gala events. She opted for a sophisticated black cut velvet gown from Roberto Cavalli.
“I like to have a bit of tease before the reveal, so when I’m in public or on the red carpet, I like to cover the skin,” White said in her sultry Aussie accent. She would go on to a repeat win for fan-voted Favorite Female Porn Star.
Another formidable female performer Nicole Kitt was up for her showcase Cat’s Eye, from Elegant Angel. A princess in layers of blush pink tulle, she wore her own design. “I’m not going to lie—up until an hour ago I was sewing my dress together… but even with all of that, all the stress, I’m so happy and elated to be here.”
Multi-awarded trans performer Ariel Demure’s vintage gown was giving glamour in golden peach satin, embellished with hand-beading and accessorized with a white faux fox fur. Sourced from Butch Wax Vintage, Demure said, “she’s an awesome online retailer and I have a few pieces from her. She has great taste.”
Yhivi, who co-starred in Ricky Greenwood’s kung fu thriller Deadly Vows, chose a thrifted dress with a simply sophisticated silhouette in peach satin accessorized with a pearl belt and necklace from NYC-based brand Creepyyeha.
“It’s luxurious, but it’s giving cum,” Yhivi described.
Trans starlet Victoria Grant was covered in golden jewels, in tribute to her Jordanian roots. “My mother is from Jordan and I really wanted to highlight my Arab culture, so I went ahead and paired black and gold, which I think is very classic for Arab women to wear.”
Grant finished the look of with gold and black clutch purse. “This was the cherry on top,” she said. “The Balmain—it matches the silhouette of the dress.”
Hottest Studio Newcomer nominee Scarlette Moon also wore gold, in a pretty dress with cutouts and a glittery geometric print. “I’m wearing actually—this is my sister’s old prom dress from high school,” Moon giggled. “I was like, ‘You know what? It’s kind of perfect.’”
Photography by Chad Salvador
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