A tailored shimmer of pale pink sequins and cherry-smoke heels—Gwendoline Christie’s red carpet suit rewrites Emmy glamour with Haider Ackermann’s signature bravado.
There’s something arresting about sequins when they’re wielded with restraint—and Gwendoline Christie knows exactly how to weaponize that shimmer.
At the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, Christie stepped onto the Peacock Theater’s red carpet in a made-to-measure Haider Ackermann for Tom Ford suit that defied the evening gown playbook. The pale pink sequins—soft, almost ethereal—caught the light with a whisper rather than a shout, coating the double-breasted jacket and straight-leg trousers in a gauzy sheen. The tailoring was precise: structured shoulders, classic lapels, and a silhouette that honored her statuesque frame without veering into costume.
Peeking beneath the hem, the cherry-smoke Tom Ford ankle-strap pumps added a moody counterpoint—like a smudge of charcoal on a pastel canvas. No jewelry, no bag, no distractions. Just the suit, the shoes, and the stance.
Christie’s pose was pure confidence: shoulders back, chin lifted, gaze direct. The backdrop—navy and gold with vertical bars—felt almost Art Deco, framing her like a modernist sculpture. Her slicked-back blonde hair and minimal eye makeup emphasized bone structure over embellishment, while the warm red lip tried (and nearly succeeded) to inject warmth into an otherwise icy palette.
But here’s the rub: the makeup’s pallor, intentionally ghostly, clashed with the softness of the pink. It was a bold choice—one that flirted with avant-garde but didn’t quite land. Coming just days after Tilda Swinton’s electric blue suit from the same designer, Christie’s look felt like a quieter sibling: cerebral, daring, but slightly off-kilter.
Still, the risk was the point. In a sea of gowns, Christie’s suit was a statement—one that nodded to Bowie, to Dietrich, to the kind of red carpet rebellion we rarely see anymore. And while the execution may have wobbled, the intent was crystal clear: this is a woman who dresses to provoke, not to please.
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A fashion ace if ever there was one—Kelsea Ballerini ignites the US Open with a look that’s part New York city chic, part vintage tennis court rebellion.
There is an undeniable, sport-infused elegance that defines Kelsea Ballerini’s look at the US Open, a sartorial volley that feels both modern and steeped in tradition. Eschewing the typical courtside sundress, Ballerini serves up a polished, preppy aesthetic that channels a more intellectual take on athletic style.
The look is built on a study in layered contrasts. She pairs a crisp, oversized white button-down shirt—its sleeves cuffed with an effortless roll—with a structural, black-and-white vest. The vest, with its clean lines and graphic black trim, evokes the classic umpire’s uniform, but reimagined with a contemporary peplum waist that adds an architectural flourish. This is a deliberate play on proportion, with the voluminous shirt providing a soft counterpoint to the tailored, almost corseted structure of the vest,
Below, high-waisted black shorts create a sleek, leg-lengthening silhouette. Her accessories are a lesson in minimalist luxury. A white tubular handbag, with a subtle quilted texture, is a perfect visual echo of a tennis ball canister, but rendered in a material that screams high fashion. It’s a clever, almost witty, detail that ties the entire ensemble back to its setting. On her feet, pointed-toe white pumps extend the line of her leg, their glossy patent finish catching the light and solidifying the look’s sophisticated edge.
Her styling is equally considered. Hair pulled back into a simple, polished ponytail with a few loose strands framing her face, it’s a no-fuss look that allows the outfit to take center stage. The whole mood is one of quiet confidence, of a woman who understands that true style is a game of thoughtful details. It’s a masterful blend of feminine tailoring and masculine shirting—a look that feels as ready for a gallery opening as it does for a grand slam final.
At Disney’s Emmy soirée, Sarah Shahi channels cinematic seduction in a sculpted black gown—think Old Hollywood meets modern edge, with a whisper of rebellion.
There’s something arresting about the way Sarah Shahi enters a room—especially when that room is The Walt Disney Company’s Emmy Awards Celebration in Los Angeles. On September 14, 2025, she didn’t just attend; she authored a visual thesis on contemporary glamour.
Her look begins with a gown that evokes the drama of 1940s noir heroines, reimagined for the now. The fabric appears to be a matte black crepe, absorbing light rather than reflecting it—an intentional choice that amplifies the gown’s sculptural silhouette. The bodice is sharply contoured, with a plunging neckline that balances architectural precision with sensual ease. A thigh-high slit slices through the skirt, adding kinetic energy to an otherwise statuesque form.
Accessories are minimal but deliberate. Black strappy stilettos elongate her frame, while a single silver ring and understated earrings suggest restraint rather than excess. The clutch—if present—is tucked out of sight, allowing the dress to dominate the narrative.
Her pose is confident, almost confrontational: one leg forward, shoulders squared, gaze direct. The lighting casts subtle shadows across her figure, enhancing the gown’s dimensionality and her own commanding presence.
Hair is swept into a sleek, center-parted style that nods to Sharon Stone in Casino —controlled, glossy, and unapologetically powerful. Makeup follows suit: a bold red lip punctuates the monochrome palette, while smoky eyes and sculpted brows add intensity. It’s a look that doesn’t ask for attention—it demands it.
