THEthe official opening of Eurovision 2026 he transformed the Rathausplatz of Vienna in an imposing open-air walkway. The Turquoise carpetunrolled between the Burgtheater and the Town Hall, hosted a parade of styles that ranged from sartorial classicism to the most daring experiments. Further confirmation of how the event is now an essential event not only for music, but also for fashion.
Sal Da Vinci and the Italian touch on the Turquoise carpet of Eurovision 2026
Italy shone with class and rigor thanks to Sal Da Vinciwho paraded with a look curated by the Neapolitan stylist Duccio Fiorenzano. The dress, an example of excellence of Neapolitan tailoring contemporary, it was able to combine charisma and modernity, representing a fixed point of elegance in an evening often dominated by excess.
Maltese Aidan on the Turquoise carpet of Eurovision 2026. (EPA/HANNIBAL HANSCHKE)
Among the highest moments in terms of “cultured” fashion, Maltese stands out Aidanwho surprised the experts by wearing a very rare archive piece signed Gianni Versace. A look that was able to blend rock aesthetics with the solemnity of the historical artefact, being welcomed as a “divine” moment by the critics present on the catwalk.
Flashes and transparencies kick off Eurovision 2026
The bond with the host city was masterfully celebrated by the Australian Delta Goodrem. Her dress, embellished with 7,000 Swarovski crystalswas conceived as a tribute to Vienna’s artisan tradition, creating an absolute glow effect.
On a more conceptual front, the Belgian Essyla enchanted with a transparent “ice effect” cape which earned her the title of “Snow Queen”, while Linda Lampenius (Finland) has chosen the passion of ruby red with a silk corset and an infinite train.
The red dress with long train by the Finnish Linda Lampenius. (EPA/HANNIBAL HANSCHKE)
Pop avant-garde dominates the Turquoise carpet
Greek creativity found expression in Akylaswhose “Little Prince”-inspired look included a pipe cleaner crown and golden reflections. Also France, represented by Monroefocused on a sculptural couture dress in shades of pink and gold, while fun was guaranteed by the couple Senhit & Boy George (San Marino), who transformed the carpet into a true “style party”.
Senhit & Boy George, the pop couple representing San Marino. (EPA/HANNIBAL HANSCHKE)
Craziest look award to the Lithuanian Lion Ceccahwhich amazes with a look in polished chromefuturistic and magnetic. Finally, Germany with Sarah Engels he chose an “on fire” aesthetic. And Denmark with Søren proposed the new face of “Nordic cool”, mixing mesh fabrics and classic tailoring.
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