Mariah Carey Rings in 2026 in Full Diva Mode
Mariah Carey’s return to Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest was less about redemption and more about reasserting her place as a fashion and cultural icon. Nearly nine years after a now-infamous live TV moment, Carey stepped back into the spotlight on New Year’s Eve not to explain herself, but to shine unapologetically and exquisitely as she welcomed 2026 in couture confidence. Appearing live from Las Vegas, Carey made it clear from her first step onto the stage that this was a visual moment designed for impact. She wore a custom ombre pink mini dress by Julian Mendez Couture , fully encrusted with thousands of Swarovski crystals that caught the light from every angle. The low-cut silhouette hugged her curves with precision, while the crystal detailing shimmered with each movement, creating a liquid-glass effect under the stage lights. Paired with thigh-high metallic silver boots, the look blended old-Hollywood glamour with a modern, almost futuristic edge a remin...
