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03/12/2024
This past Sunday the 96th Academy Awards (Oscars) took place. The night was a gathering of the biggest stars in Hollywood and celebrated some of the best films including ‘Oppenheimer’, ‘Poor Things’, ‘Anatomy of a Fall’, ‘Barbie’,’American Fiction’ and more. Jimmy Kimmel hosted the show and there were plenty of stand out moments. John Cena presented the award for Best Costume Design in the nude, Billie Eilish and her brother Finneas brought people to tears with her performance of ‘What Was I Made For’, ‘Becky G’ brought some Latina pride to the show with her performance of ‘The Fire Inside’ and perhaps the highlight of the night was Ryan Gosling’s performance of ‘I’m Just Ken’. The night didn’t end when the award ceremony did though, in fact it was only the beginning. The Oscars red carpet was all about glamour and class, but the rules of fashion went out the window for the after parties. This year there were two official after parties hosted by Vanity Fair and the Elton John Aids Foundations respectively. Practically of Hollywood attended the after parties including dozens of celebrities that weren’t even at the actual award show. Some celebrities nailed their after party looks by pushing the envelope while others nailed their looks by following current trends. Here are my favorite looks from the 2024 Oscars After Parties:
First up the best looks from the Vanity Fair Oscars After Party:
Margot Robbie
Many fans of Margot were upset when The Academy “snubbed” her and did not nominate her for Best Actress, however one thing fans could all agree on is that she nailed her after party look. She opted to wear a gold corset bodysuit complete with plenty of sparkles. The bodysuit is from the Mugler spring/summer 1996 collection. She accessorized the looks with simple strappy gold heels and a deep gold cape draped over her arms. The bodysuit itself looked like it belonged on stage at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, but it was definitely a unique and playful look for the after party.
Gabrielle Union
Sparkles were definitely everywhere at the after parties and Gabrielle Union shined with a silver sparkly Zuhair Murad floor length dress. The dress featured a halter silhouette and was backless for the perfect amount of elegance with just a hint of uniqueness. She kept the accessories to a minimum and slicked back her hair to keep all the focus on the dazzling silver dress.
Anya Taylor Joy
After parties are all about experimenting and Anya Taylor Joy experimented by wearing a unique take on a classic black mini dress. The dress is by up and coming South Korean designer Sohee Park’s label Miss Sohee from the 2021 collection. While the dress itself is a classic silhouette it features a sheer bustier with silver detailing for added drama and sleeves that cascade down into gloves. She accessorized the look with larger teardrop pearl earrings and perhaps the star of the look a silver embellished headpiece. Overall the look pushed the envelope for a playful and fun after party look.
America Ferrera
While the star of the ‘Barbie’ movie opted for a pink dress for the award show she opted for a bolder red color for the after party. America Ferrera wore a red sparkly custom Versace jacket to the after party. The look featured classic feminine elements such as sparkly embellishments and the silver necklace she wore. It also demonstrated power with its bold silhouette. She paired the look with black tights and matching black heels, which kept the focus on the bold red color. Overall she stood out in the best way at the after party.
Sydney Sweeney
At first sight the young star’s after party look might remind you of Marilyn Monroe, however Sydney Sweeney was actually embodying another star with her after party look. Sydney wore an off-white dress with a plunging neckline, which Angelina Jolie wore to the Oscars in 2004. The dress embodied old Hollywood and classic elegance. Overall it was fitting for one of Hollywood’s brightest young starlets.
Renee Rapp
Renee Rapp arrived at the after party in a flowy off-white dress that featured a plunging neckline and a thigh high slit. She paired the dress with black tights that peeked through the slit and matching black heels that created a contrast with the off-white color of the dress itself. She kept the jewelry simple wearing only a simple chain necklace. Overall the look was perfect for an after party balancing the laidback style of an after party with the elegant style of an award shows.
Hailee Steinfeld
Hailee Steinfeld wore light blue for the award ceremony but for the after party she opted for a classic black look. The base of the dress features a timeless floor-length silhouette with a scoop neckline. The middle of the dress is where the drama comes from though, featuring a big ruffle detail and a belt with gold detailing above it. Overtop of the dress she added a black jacket that brought the look together. As for accessories she wore a gold chain necklace that paired perfectly with the gold detailing of her belt. Overall she paired classic timeless elements with bold unique details for the perfect after party look.
Ariana Greenblatt
Another star who opted to wear black to the after party is Ariana Greenblatt. She wore a custom Vera Wang floor length gown with a plunging neckline. The base of the dress itself is a classic fitted skirt, but overtop is an overskirt to give the illusion of a fuller ballgown style dress. The straps of the dress wrap around her neck and the back of the dress features flower detailing that moves from the shoulders down her spine. Overall the dress is a timeless style with some bold detailing.
Kendall Jenner
Several of the Kardashian/Jenner girls attended the after party, but it was Kendall Jenner who was one of the best dressed of the night. She wore a Maison Margiela sheer black gown. Underneath the gown she wore a nude corset. The look combined two of the biggest fashion trends right now, sheer dresses and corsets. Overall the look perfectly combined current trends and was just risqué enough to make it one of the best dressed looks of the night.
Issa Rae
Not one but two movies that starred Issa Rae ‘Barbie’ and ‘Spider-Man Across The Spiderverse’ were nominated for awards, but it was her after party look that really deserved an award. She wore a floor length black gown, the silhouette of the gown was simple with a sweetheart neckline. The dress also featured whimsical white detailing at the shoulders and back that gave the illusion of a large bow being wrapped around her. Overall the look was a bold take on a classic look.
Sofia Vergara
Black gowns were very popular at the after party and Sofia Vergara’s black gown was one of the best. Her fitted floor-length gown featured a sweetheart neckline, a cutout at the center and two bows for an added element. She kept accessories to a minimum, shifting the focus to the elegant gown. Overall the gown featured a timeless style with a hint of playful elements (the bows and cutout), which mad it perfect for the after party.
Camila Mendes
Camila Mendes wore a black floor length gown that fanned out at the bottom creating a voluminous skirt and a bit of a train. In place of a bodice she wore gold flowers that wrapped around her neck and covered her breasts. The gold flowers featured glitter and elaborate detailing that included leaves and vines creating a risqué but unique and very fashionable look.
Jessica Alba
Among the popular elements of the night were flowers and Jessica Alba’s after party perfectly added flower detailing to her dress. She wore a floor length sparkling silver dress with off the shoulder sleeves, a sweetheart neckline and flower embellishments along the top and side of the dress. The sparkling silver color of the dress stood out in the best possible way. The flower detailing added a delicate feminine detail to the overall look. She opted to not wear any jewelry letting the sparkles from the dress speak for themselves. Overall the look was fun and perfect for the after party.
Yara Shahidi
Yara Shahidi is one of the biggest young stars at the moment and her after party dress perfectly balanced youthfulness and maturity. The dress was a floor length black lace fitted gown with spaghetti straps, lace fringe and sequins. At first glance the dress looks simple, but the more you look at it the more you notice the details and embellishments that really bring the look together. She paired the looks with simple loop earrings and a headband that pushed her hair back and emphasized the dress.
Alexandra Daddario
The gorgeous Alexandra Daddario wore an equally as gorgeous dress to the after party. She wore a floor length off-white gown, that looked like it was meant to match Sydney Sweeney’s dress. It featured a large bow at the top of the dress that dramatically wrapped around the back of the dress giving it volume and movement. Overall her look was reminiscent of old Hollywood. The look was classic and elegant with added drama making it perfect for the after party.
Maitreyi Ramakrishanan
While many celebrities opted to wear black or white to the after party Maitreyi Ramakrishnan chose to wear a more colorful look. She wore a floor length one-sleeve pink to orange ombre gown. The colors of the gown perfectly complimented her skin tone and hair color. The dress itself featured somewhat sheer fabric allowing her leg to peek through. The sleeve also draped over her arm and was open on one side allowing for movement. Overall the look was youthful, whimsical and playful making it the perfect trifecta for the after party.
Sabrina Carpenter
Fresh off a plane from Singapore after opening for Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour, Sabrina Carpenter arrived at the after party and was one of the best dressed of the night. She wore a black crocodile bodysuit that featured ruffle detailing at the top of her shoulder and a sheer sparkly skirt overtop. The look perfectly complimented Sabrina Carpenter’s personal style and incorporated current trends like bodysuits and sheer dresses. Overall the look was trendy and playful making it perfect for the after party.
Paris Hilton
Speaking of sheer gowns, Paris Hilton is another celebrity who wore a sheer gown to the after party. She wore a beige Sabina Bilenko gown that was covered in jewel and bead embellishments. The sheer dress and silver embellishments, made it look like she was dripping in jewels. She paired the dress with matching sheer gloves and a matching embellished necklace. Overall the look was exactly what you’d expect Paris Hilton to wear and featured sparkle and drama making it perfect for the after party.
Laura Harrier
When it comes to The Oscars, Old Hollywood is the way to go and Laura Harrier’s after party perfectly embodied old Hollywood. She kept her after party look classic and simple with a floor length champagne colored gown that featured subtle sparkle detailing all over it. The plunging neckline allowed for her to wear a classic silver diamond necklace. To top off the look she wore her hair in waves and swept it to one side creating a classic old Hollywood style.
Emily Blunt
Emily Blunt opted for a simple but daring ballet pink floor length gown for the after party. The bodice of the dress featured boning that mimicked that of a corset or lingerie. The skirt part of the dress featured delicate feminine lace. She paired the gown with a sparkling pink clutch purse. Overall the pink color of the dress was feminine and the lace and boning were daring and bold. The look was unique and stood out among other looks at the after party.
Eva Longoria
Sparkles were all the rage at the after party and Eva Longoria’s after party dress was dripping in sparkles. She wore a floor length silver gown with mirror detailing, a plunging neckline and and lots of sparkles. She wore matching silver earrings that kept the look monochromatic and emphasized the shimmer and sparkle of the dress. Overall the dress was flashy and exciting making it perfect for the after party.
Irina Shayk
Irina Shayk brought all the drama to the after party with her bold dramatic look. She wore a black bodysuit with a sheer voluminous skirt overtop, that brought volume and movement to the dress and resembled a tutu. She garters on both thighs that held up black stocking and matching black heels. The monochromatic black look had the potential to be boring, but the added volume and movement of the skirt made it dramatic and exciting for the after party.
Este, Alana and Danielle Haim
The Haim sisters are known for harmonizing when it comes to their music, but they also harmonized with coordinating black looks for the after party. Each of the sisters wore a black floor length gown. Este’s gown featured a silver bodice with cutouts around the waist. Alana’s gown featured a plunging neckline and delicately placed silver sparkles all over. Danielle’s dress featured a plunging neckline as well and a sheer skirt. The three sisters perfectly coordinated and allowed each of their individual styles to show through while still managing to be some of the best dressed of the night.
Michelle Yeoh
Last year’s best actress winner Michelle Yeoh was another one of the best dressed of the night. She wore an elegant fitted floor-length black gown with long sleeves and a plunging neckline. The top of the bodice featured gold detailing that added an extra element to the classic gown. Overall the gown was age appropriate but trendy and was perfect for the after party.
Maude Apatow
Maude Apatow’s after party look brought a youthful and playful energy to the after party. She wore a black Richard Quinn dress complete with sequins and a bow at the center of the waist. The skirt of the dress was fuller with volume giving it somewhat of a ballgown appearance. The black color of the dress was offset by the subtle sequin detailing and she paired it with simple silver jewelry. Overall her look was the elegant yet youthful.
Phoebe Dynevor
Plunging necklines are another trend in fashion right now and Phoebe Dynevor opted to wear a baby blue plunging neckline floor-length sheer dress with beaded embellishments. The lower part of the skirt was sheer incorporating another big fashion trend right now, the sheer dress trend. The baby blue color of the dress was unique and made her stand out among the other after party attendees. Overall the look was delicate and feminine.
Hunter Shafer
Hunter Shafer brought a new meaning to timeless elegance with her after party look. She wore a floor length black gown with a thigh high cutout, matching long black gloves and black heels. The monochromatic black look was simple but elegant. The look embodied old Hollywood style and proved that sometimes less really is more. Not everyone could pull off a simple classic look like this one, but Hunter Shafer did and she managed to be one of the best dressed of the night.
Kerry Washington
On the opposite end of the spectrum we have the more is more look and Kerry Washington’s after party look took more is more to the next level. She wore a floor length black gown that fanned out into a more voluminous skirt toward the bottom complete with sheer fabric on the skirt, ruffles at the neckline, a bow at the waist and silver embellishments throughout. Despite its many intricate embellishments and details the dress still managed to be elegant. She paired the look with a silver necklace and silver earrings adding extra elegance to the look, but not overpowering the dress.
Alessandra Ambrosio
White gowns were all the rage at this year’s after party and Alessandra Ambrosio’s white gown was one of the best of the night. She wore a floor length fitted white gown with a high neckline and draped sleeves. The dress also featured draped detailing that started around the neckline and flowed down the side of it. The white color of the dress made it clean and timeless, while the draping details added a subtle hint of drama. Overall the look was perfect for the after party with its balance of timelessness and uniqueness.
Kylie Minogue
An after party is a great time to experiment with color and Kylie Minogue did just that. She wore a floor length sparkly gown with a bright green bodice and a blue skirt. She kept the silhouette and embellishments of the dress simple and experimented with the blue and green colors. She was daring enough to experiment with colors and it paid off by making her stand out in the best way at the after party.
Jessica Biel
Jessica Biel wore a royal blue floor length gown with long sleeves, a high neckline and complete with a dramatic cape. The royal blue color of the dress was a bold choice that paid off. The cap brought drama and playfulness to the after party and added movement to the simple silhouette of the dress. She completed the look with a silver necklace, and although it’s not always a good choice to wear a necklace with a high neckline it was a fabulous choice in this case. Overall the look was simple and elegant with just a hint of drama and a bold color.
The Vanity Fair after party wasn’t the only after party. The Elton John Aids Foundation also hosts an after party each year, and this year was no exception. There were a few standout looks at this after party as well and its worth showcasing them. Here are the best dressed from the Elton John Aids Foundation Oscars After Party:
Heidi Klum
Heidi Klum is a fashion icon and her after party look further enforced this. The dress featured a black bodysuit style bodice with dramatic off the shoulder sleeves and a sparkling sheer skirt that showed off her legs. The sheer skirt covered in silver sparkles incorporated current fashion trends and was ever so slightly risqué, while the black bodice with its dramatic sleeves were elegant. The look was the perfect balance of elegant and playful making it perfect for the after party.
Tiffany Hadish
Tiffany Hadish wore a black high low corset gown by Sophie Couture. The black color and full skirt were elegant and classic. Meanwhile the corset bodice is one of the biggest trends right now and the high low skirt made the look dramatic and playful. Overall the look incorporated current trends and classic elements with a bit of a twist.
Sophia Bush
Deep burgundy isn’t a color we saw on many celebrities, but it’s the color Sophia Bush wore to the after party and it was the perfect choice. She wore a deep burgundy Marmar Hamlin gown that featured a high slit and ruched detailing. She paired the gown with a silver necklace and matching silver earrings. Overall the look was simple yet elegant, but the thigh high slit of the dress added a bit of drama making it perfect for the after party.
Elizabeth Hurley
Everyone wants to sparkle and Elizabeth Hurley did just that with her after party look. She wore a gold sparkling Zuhair Murad gown with long sleeves, a thigh high slit and a deep plunging neckline. The head to toe gold glitter made her stand out. The gown elegance of the gown was very age appropriate but the glitter added a playful element to her look. She paired the gown with matching gold heels, a matching gold clutch purse and dramatic silver earrings to offset the gold. Overall the look stood out and was playful yet elegant.
Katharine McPhee
Katharine McPhee wore a floor length sheer gown with silver embellishments and black bow details on the straps. She incorporated the sheer gown trend that is currently all the rage with bows another big trend in fashion right now and of course silver embellishments because nothing is trending more that sparkling. She paired the gown with a black clutch purse that tied in the black bows of the dress seamlessly. Overall her look was very on trend and perfect for an after party.
Nikki Garcia
Nikki Garcia attended the after party in a bold off-the-shoulder red dress with a full ruffled skirt. The bold red color stood out among attendees and was the perfect choice for an after party. The voluminous red skirt covered in ruffles added drama to the look and the large silver choker necklace further emphasized the drama in the best way. Overall the look was bold, daring and dramatic in the best way.
While the women definitely dominated the night in terms of fashion, there were also some men who deserved a place on the best dressed list. Any man who pushed the boundaries of men’s fashion and opts for something that isn’t a classic black suit or tuxedo deserves to be recognized. Here are the best dressed men at this year’s after parties:
Lenny Kravitz
If anyone is known for pushing the boundaries of men’s fashion and creating fashion trends, it’s Lenny Kravitz. For the after party he stuck with a perfectly tailored black jacket and matching black pants. Underneath the jacket he opted for a less than traditional white shirt that looked like something Prince would have worn. He added dramatic black sunglasses to the look in classic Lenny Kravitz style adding drama to the look. Overall the look combined his personal style, drama and classic styling making it perfect for the after party.
Barry Keoghan
It’s not often both halves of a celebrity couple make a best dressed list for the same event, but Barry Keoghan and his current girlfriend Sabrina Carpenter both did in this case. Barry wore black pants and white undershirt but the highlight of his look was the tweed jacket that resembled the men’s version of Channel’s classic tweed jackets. He accessorized the look with simple jewelry that elevated the overall look, including a handmade friendship bracelet with Sabrina’s name on it. Overall the look was daring and the jacket was a bold choice that paid off.
Chris Evans
While a men’s suit usually isn’t really pushing the boundaries of fashion, Chris Evans found a way to make his suit push the boundaries of fashion. He wore a typical men’s suit complete with a black tie but he pushed the boundaries by opting for bold red pants and a bold red jacket. The red color made him stand out and the bold move to choose a less than typical color was refreshing.
Tan France
Tan France is another men’s fashion icon and his after party look did not disappoint. He wore black pants paired with a gray jacket complete with a matching dramatic cape. His look was truly original and no one else wore anything that even came close to it. The dramatic cape added drama to the look, but the black pants and neutral gray color of the jacket kept the elegance of the look. Overall it was the perfect balance of elegance and drama
Ncuti Gatwa
It was no surprise that one of the Kens from the ‘Barbie’ movie would also be one of the best dressed at the after party. Ncuti Gatwa wore a high neck silver chest-plate with black pants and his midriff peeking through. The look was a bold choice and definitely pushed the fashion envelope. He kept the pants and shoes sleek and classic while the chest-plate was a bold statement and a risky choice that definitely paid off.
Overall the 96th annual Academy Awards were a night to remember, but it’s the fashion moments from the Vanity Fair After Party and the Elton John Aids Foundation After Party that we’re sure to never forget.
07/12/2023
Promotion for the Barbie movie started earlier this year Cinema Con. For the event Margot took inspiration from the Barbie the movie Barbie that is on sale now. She wore a pink gingham pattern just like her doll. The doll features a more classic 50's inspired dress, but Margot updated the outfit and opted for a two piece crop top and skirt set. The doll itself is wearing Mattel brand, but Margot's set is Prada.
The first stop on the official press tour for the movie was Seoul, Korea. While doing press in Korea, Margot took inspiration from the 1964 Sparkling Pink Barbie. She wore a skirt and jacket set similar to the one the doll wore as well as headpiece that is almost identical to the one worn by the doll. It would be impossible to re-create the Sparkling Pink Barbie without wearing some sparkle, and she did just that keeping the sparkly beading that the doll wore. She upgraded the look with a brighter pink color that was bold and perfect for the summer. She also modernized the look a bit by shortening the skirt and pairing it with a crop top. Margot's look wasn't made by Mattel but rather the iconic whimsical brand Moschino and her jewelry was from Tiffany and Co.
For the premiere of the movie in Seoul, Margot took inspiration from the 1985 Day to Night Barbie. Just like the doll herself, Margot wore two different looks that are perfect for day to night. Barbie is known for being a career woman so for the daytime look both the doll and Margot donned a pink suit complete with hat, phone and purse. For the nighttime look Margot re-created the doll's look with a sparkly bodice and tulle skirt. Both looks are so classic Barbie and such fun looks for the red carpet. Margot's nighttime look was made by Versace.
The next stop on the press tour was Mexico City, there Margot took inspiration from the Totally Hair 25th Anniversary Doll. She wore a dress with a very similar psychedelic pattern as the one the doll originally wore. She nailed the look right down to the accessories, wearing hot pink earrings similar to the ones the doll wore. Margot's hair might not have been quite as long as the hair we see on the doll, but she did mimics the wavy hairstyle the doll wore.
For the premiere of the movie in Mexico City, Margot re-created Earring Magic Barbie's 1993 look. She wore a hot pink mini dress with a chain belt complete with stars, that was almost identical to the one the doll wore. Of course it wouldn't be Earring Magic Barbie without some big earrings. Margot's earrings might not have been quite as big as the ones the doll wears, but they still made a statement. Just like the earrings the doll wears Margot's earrings also featured big silver stars.
While doing press for the movie Margot took inspiration from a newer Barbie doll, the 2015 Pink and Fabulous Barbie. She added a twist to the pink polka dot look by adding a midriff cutout to the dress. She didn't miss a single detail, and even accessorized with a yellow purse just like the one the doll has. Her dress is from the fashion haus that basically invented the color pink Valentino.
For the world premiere of the movie Margot mimicked the Barbie Solo in the Spotlight doll from 1960. Margot's look was a custom black gown from Schiaparelli. Many fans were shocked that she didn't wear pink to the world premiere, but I think this look was the perfect unexpected choice for the premiere, and it definitely made her stand out positively. The gown is very old Hollywood complete with the long gloves. She didn't miss a single detail, the bottom of the dress features a single red rose just like the one the doll wore and she holds a pink hanky just like the one the doll held. It's evident that both Margot and the Solo in the Spotlight Barbie were made for the spotlight.
Most recently for the premiere of the movie in Europe, Margot took inspiration from the 1960 Enchanted Evening Barbie. She wore a floor length pink Vivienne Westwood gown. Just like the doll her bodice featured a corset and was complete with a white fur around her shoulders. Both Margot and the Enchanted Evening Barbie look glamorous and perfect for any red carpet.
05/09/2023
1. Halle Bailey:
It's not surprise that the Little Mermaid herself, Halle Bailee was one of the best dressed of the night. The film's star opted to wear a metallic blue Valdrin Sahiti gown. The choice to wear blue was perfect for a mermaid, and very reminiscent of the blue dress Ariel wears in the original film. The metallic material created a liquid effect, that mimics water. The strapless gown also features shell shaped cups on the bodice, meant to mimic the shells Ariel wears when she's in her mermaid form. The gown was glamorous and very in style, but it features several subtle to Ariel.
2. Jodi Benson:
Next on the best dressed is the original Little Mermaid, Jodi Benson. The Disney legend wore a white gown complete with a long train. While the new Little Mermaid Halle wore a dress reminiscent of Ariel's blue dress, the OG Little Mermaid Jodi wore a dress reminiscent of Ariel's wedding dress. Her gown was elegant, classic and timeless. It was very age appropriate and she definitely embodied an underwater bride.
3. Chloe Bailey:
Of course the Little Mermaid (Halle)'s sister was in attendance to show her sisterly support. Chloe proved once again that the Bailey sisters are some of the best dressed at every event. For the premiere she opted to wear a bright yellow dress, that resembles the color of Flounder the fish from the original movie. The fitted gown featured a risqué cutout that added an element of drama to the overall look. It also features crystal embellishments that resemble seashells. Overall the singer was perfectly dressed for the event.
4. Daveed Diggs:
Diggs who plays the voice of Sebastian the crab in the new movie was another one of the best dressed at the premiere. He opted to wear a two piece suit covered in multi-colored sequins. The pattern of the suit mimics seaweed and the sequins gives an underwater look. It was refreshing to see a man go out of his comfort suit and wear something that isn't just a black suit. His bold fashion choice was a good move, and it definitely paid off.
5. Stephanie Beatriz:
Ariel wasn't the only Disney Princess in attendance, Stephanie Beatriz the voice of Mirabel (yes she counts as a princess) from Encanto was also in attendance. She stunned in an iridescent light pink strapless hi-low style gown. The gown featured a big bow on the bodice which fanned out into a train. The gown looks like it was made for the little mermaid herself. Overall the look was elegant, fun and very fitting for the premiere.
6. Markell Washington:
Social media sensation Markell Washington, did not hold back when choosing his look for the premiere. He opted for dual-colored black and lavender colored suit. The lavender color was a great choice, and resembles the color of Ariel's tail. The double colored jacket is unique, and very stylist. He kept the look more laid-back by wearing sneakers, which added an element of casualness to the look. Overall the look was bold choice, but it was perfect for the event.
7. Skai Jackson:
Also in attendance was the young actress Skai Jackson. She wore a long pink gown with multiple cutouts. The cutouts were perfectly placed and gave the effect of a mermaid tail and seashell bra. The long skirt is placed in a way that gives the appearance of a mermaid tail. Meanwhile the positioning of the top paired with the cutouts looks like a mermaid's seashell bra. The pink color was also a great choice for the Spring/Summer season and compliments her skin tone perfectly.
8. Patrick Starrr:
The influencer might be known for his makeup skills, but this time it was his dress that stole the show. He definitely channeled his inner Ursula with a purple dress that resembled the color of Ursula's skin in the original film. The bold purple color was eye catching, in the best way. The dress lays ruffles, leather, tulle and a variety of materials to create a whimsical under the sea affect. Of course he is known for his turbans, so he paired the dress with a matching turban that completed the look.
9. Kelly Rowland:
Spring is the perfect time to experiment with bright colors, and Kelly Rowland did just that for the premiere. She wore a floor length multi-colored gown. The green, blue and pink colors of the dress are fun and playful for the spring. The dress also featured a cutout around her midriff, which once again mimicked a mermaid's seashell bra top, making it perfect for the event.
10. Offset, Kulture and Kalea:
Many celebrities attended the premiere with their children, but none were better dressed than Offset and his daughters Kulture and Kalea. The rapper wore a white jacket with pearl detailing and a black armband, which looked like something Michael Jackson would have worn when he was alive. Meanwhile his daughter Kulture who he shares with wife Cardi B wore a black gown with white flower detailing and a tiara perfect for any princess. Kalea who the rapper shares with ex Shya L'amour wore the same gown as her sister, but with inverted colors. Overall all three of them looked like royalty and the coordinating colors, were a sweet family touch.
Bonus:
As an added bonus here's an extra picture of both Little Mermaids together at the premiere. Halle appears to have changed into a second look this time a sea foam green gown with silver beading and sheer detailing. Individually Halle and Jodie were already best dressed, but together they stole the show. Not to mention they looked like they were wearing two of Ariel's looks from the original movie (her blue dress and her wedding gown).
05/02/2023
Everything Pink:
Stars like Viola David, Quannah Chassinghorse, Harvey Guillen, Naomi Campbell and more opted to wear pink to the Met Gala. Lagerfeld once said "Think pink, but don't wear it". He was known for the colors black, white and occasionally red but never pink. Once again I cannot confirm if anyone intentionally wore pink to throw shade at the designer's problematic past, but I can confirm that he would have hated these looks.
Lizzo:
Lagerfeld was known for being fatphobic and once said “No one wants to see curvy women. You’ve got fat mothers with their bags of chips sitting in front of the television and saying thin models are ugly. Fashion is about dreams and illusion.” Not only would Lagerfeld have hated that a plus size superstar like Lizzo was attending the gala, he also would have hated the picture she posted eating fries in her gown before the event. This didn't stop Lizzo from confidently wearing her black gown that was covered in pearls. In fact the star even performed inside the gala.
Pedro Pascal:
At first glance you might have mixed opinions about Pedro Pascal's Met Gala look, but what you might not realize is the irony of how much Karl Lagerfeld would have hated his look. Lagerfeld hated seeing leg hair on men, he preferred knee length socks and pants. He was once quoted saying "I like socks, but only up to the knee. I hate nothing more than when men cross their legs, and you see hairy legs, the worst. The worst!" Pascal definitely didn't care about Lagerfeld's opinion the subject when dressing for the Met Gala. He opted for shorts and calf-length socks that showed off a good portion of his legs including his leg hair. Lagerfeld's opinions about leg hair on men didn't phase Pascal at all as he confidently walked the Met steps.
Iryna Shayk:
Even though the model saved the look for the after party rather than the Met Gala itself, there is no doubt Lagerfeld wold have absolutely despised what she wore. Shayk opted for a comfortable after party look, which included sweatpants. In his book 'The World According to Karl' he wrote "Sweatpants are a sign of defeat. You lost control of your life, so you bought some sweatpants." Shayk definitely looked in control of her life and there was not a sign of defeat in sight, despite what Lagerfeld would've thought. She looked absolutely stunning and managed to make sweatpants look high fashion.
05/01/2023
1. Jenna Ortega: The Wednesday star channeled her inner Wednesday Adams with her after party look. The look was a twist on the look she wore to the Met Gala. She removed her jacket and skirt for a more after party appropriate look. She also opted to stay on theme for the after party. The bow tie, corset and shoes are all very classic Karl Lagerfeld elements.
2. Kylie Jenner: The youngest Kardashian Jenner sister was on my worst dressed list for the Met Gala, but her after party look was definitely one of my favorite. Even though her Met Gala look didn't correspond to the theme her after party look managed to tie in the theme perfectly. The top of the bodice is a modern twist on the collared looks Karl Lagerfeld often donned, the gloves were also one of Lagerfeld's signature accessories. The silhouette of the gown itself is very classic Kylie. She was able to combine her personal style with classic Lagerfeld elements for the perfect after party look.
3. Dua Lipa: The gala's co-chair Dua Lipa was one of the best dressed at the event, and I can confirm she was also one of the best dressed at the after party. The singer once again rocked Chanel for the after party. She included pearls, gloves, sunglasses and chain embellishments to her black and white two-piece look, all of which are classic Lagerfeld elements. The embellishments were a lot without being too much, and the decision to ditch the dress and wear a two-piece look for the after party was a great choice.
4. JLo: Another star who went from worst dressed at the Met Gala to best dressed at the after party is Jennifer Lopez. She wore a tuxedo inspired shirt, jacket and skirt to the after party. The purple interior of her jacket added a fun pop of color among the many black and white looks. The tuxedo style shirt was a great way to pay homage to Karl Lagerfeld. The entire look was perfect for an after party, timeless and very age appropriate for JLo.
5. Cardi B: The rapper donned many looks last night but her after party look was definitely my favorite. She wore a floor length houndstooth gown that mimics Chanel's classic houndstooth suits. The dress was a fun take on the classic two piece suit look. In typical Cardi fashion the dress included a plunging neckline for a risqué twist on a classic look. Her look was different from what everyone else was wearing in the best way.
6. Cara Delevingne: For decades the model/actress was a close friend of Karl Lagerfeld and one of his muses, so for the after party she paid homage to Lagerfeld by dressing like him. Her look was complete with a white wig meant to mimic Lagerfeld's hair. She wore a black gown with a red interior. She accessorized the dress with a collar, tie and gloves all of which are very classic Karl Lagerfeld accessories. The gown itself could've been considered basic but the styling of the gown and her bold choice to dress as Lagerfeld elevated the look and made her one of the best dressed at the after party.
7. Olivia Rodrigo: The 'Sour' singer has a history of making best dressed lists and this year's after party was no exception. She ditched the long gown she wore to the Met Gala for a shorter cocktail dress. The highlight of the silver sequin dress was the lace collar and black bow. They added an extra element to the dress that elevated the look and tied in perfectly with the Karl Lagerfeld theme. The look is perfect for any after party it is simple, while still being fashionable and fun.
8. Margot Robbie: The star of the upcoming 'Barbie' movie was looking like Barbie herself at the after party. She arrived at the after party in a black and white sequin mini dress with a matching black and white purse. The sequins made the look fun and playful. The dress itself could have been too simple but the fun pattern elevated the look and took it from simple to glam.
