> At a Glance
> – Mel Robbins stepped out without her iconic black frames and all-black outfit at a Jan. 8 nominees party
> – The podcast star, 57, is up for Best Podcast in the first-ever Golden Globes podcast category
> – She swapped her usual uniform for gold aviators, a white blazer, and silver disco-ball pants
> – Why it matters: The style pivot signals a new chapter for the self-help guru as she preps for Hollywood’s biggest night
Mel Robbins is taking her own advice-letting go of the old to make room for the new. Just weeks before the 2026 Golden Globes, the viral “Let Them” author traded the glasses-and-black ensemble that made her instantly recognizable for a shimmering, light-filled look.
A Fresh Look for a Historic Nomination
Robbins arrived at The Hollywood Reporter and Spotify’s nominee celebration on Jan. 8 wearing gold aviator frames instead of her usual wide-rim black specs. The outfit swap was just as dramatic: an oversize white blazer, silver disco-ball pants, and see-through pointed-toe heels replaced the head-to-toe black she’s worn for years.
The timing isn’t random. Robbins is nominated in the inaugural Golden Globes podcast category for The Mel Robbins Podcast. She’ll compete against:
- Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard
- Call Her Daddy
- Good Hang with Amy Poehler
- SmartLess
- Up First
Two Events, Two Very Different Outfits
| Event | Date | Look |
|---|---|---|
| Golden Eve party | Jan. 6 | Black Khaite gown + signature black frames |
| THR/Spotify soirée | Jan. 8 | White blazer + silver pants + gold aviators |
At the Golden Eve gathering two nights earlier, Robbins stuck with her trademark style, pairing a black Khaite gown styled by Erin Walsh with the glasses her fans know. Her daughter Kendall mirrored the vibe in a black vintage Saint Laurent dress.
The “Let Them” Theory in Action
Robbins’ philosophy-“Let them” say, do, or think whatever they want while you choose your own path-took off on TikTok and landed her a No. 1 New York Times bestseller in December 2024. She told Today in January 2025 the second half of the mantra is what matters:
> “Let me remind myself that I always have power. Let me remind myself that no matter what’s happening out there, I get to choose what’s worth my time.”
Swapping a signature look ahead of a career milestone is the latest example of Robbins practicing what she preaches.
Key Takeaways
- Robbins’ style change marks her first major public appearance since the Golden Globe nomination
- The new look aligns with her self-empowerment brand: control what you can-your own choices
- The 2026 Golden Globes** will be the first to honor podcasts; Robbins is a front-runner
Whether she wins or loses, Robbins has already proven she’s ready to step onto Hollywood’s biggest stage on her own refreshed terms.
