Aspen has seen plenty of glamorous New Year’s Eve parties — but this year, Kate Hudson made sure hers came with a fashion moment no one could ignore. Ringing in 2026, the actress leaned hard into unapologetic ’80s nostalgia, stepping out in a daring plunging catsuit that instantly drew comparisons to her famously glamorous mother, Goldie Hawn.
Hosting her now-traditional New Year’s bash in Aspen, Hudson transformed the snowy ski town into a retro fantasy. Her black, skin-tight jumpsuit hugged every curve, anchored by a dramatically low neckline and delicate straps that gave the look a bold, confident edge. It was sleek, theatrical, and anything but subtle.
But the outfit didn’t stop there. Hudson layered on controversy with thigh-high knit leg warmers in electric blue — a polarizing accessory that screamed vintage après-ski. She grounded the look with black leather cowboy boots, complete with sharp toes and V-shaped knee detailing, creating a mash-up of disco, Western, and ski-lodge chic.
Photos shared on Instagram on January 3 offered a peek inside the celebration, set in a cozy log cabin with stone walls and warm lighting. Posing with friends, Hudson looked completely at ease — the undisputed center of attention without trying too hard.
Her beauty look sealed the throwback fantasy. Blonde curls cascaded with exaggerated volume, styled with a side bang and partially pinned back for old-Hollywood drama. Oversized aviator sunglasses, bold red lipstick, and chunky gold hoop earrings completed the transformation.
As the night unfolded, Hudson swapped into a plush brown fur coat and flashed a chunky gold watch while dancing with a drink in hand — less hostess, more retro party icon. The message was clear: this wasn’t just a party, it was a vibe.
The guest list matched the spectacle. According to reports, the soirée drew familiar power players, including Kim Kardashian, Bella Hadid, Brooks Nader, along with Goldie Hawn and longtime partner Kurt Russell.
In one standout moment from the photo dump, Hudson shared snaps of Kardashian posing by a roaring bonfire alongside her, actress Meredith Hagner, and manager Cade Hudson. Kardashian opted for a sheer white turtleneck layered over a plunging bra, hair slicked back — understated by her standards, but still unmistakably headline-ready.
Aspen may have been frozen, but Kate Hudson’s New Year’s Eve was pure heat — a reminder that when it comes to style, confidence, and legacy glamour, she’s not just following in Goldie Hawn’s footsteps. She’s remixing them.
