All the Fashion Moments From the Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony

In true Italian fashion, the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics Opening Ceremony unfolded with culture, music, and, of course, fashion at the forefront. Held at Milan’s San Siro Stadium, with simultaneous ceremonies in Cortina, Livigno, and Predazzo, the kickoff leaned into a theme of harmony with distinct Italian flair.

The show began with a balletic opening sequence inspired by the work of Italian sculptor Antonio Canova. Then entered Mariah Carey, dressed in a glimmering Roberto Cavalli gown and plume cape, to perform a medley in Italian and English that included a cover of the 1958 song “Nel Blu Dipinto Di Blu (Volare).” Italian supermodel Vittoria Ceretti led a parade of catwalkers dressed in red, white, and green Giorgio Armani to form the Italian flag. The moment paid tribute to Armani, who passed away in September 2025, and recognized the brand’s status as the official outfitter of the Italian national team. In between all that were tributes to Italian classical composers, various dance numbers, and a surprise Taylor Swift cameo.

Following the grandeur, the athletes then made their official entrances in what has become known as the Parade of Nations. There, the countries entered in style, outfitted in luxury labels native to their nations. (Team USA wore head-to-toe Ralph Lauren looks, of course.)

Here, take in best moments from the Opening Ceremony of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics.