Julianne Hough dialed up the power play at the DWTS Season 34 reveal—her tailored noir ensemble a masterclass in red carpet utility with a dash of glam punk.
Julianne Hough knows how to command a stage—and a step-and-repeat. At the Dancing With The Stars Season 34 presentation in New York City, she arrived in a look that felt equal parts choreographer and provocateur.
Her outfit was a study in structured seduction: a sheer black top with a visible sweetheart neckline, tucked into high-waisted black shorts that hit just the right note between tailored and daring. A wide black belt with a gleaming gold buckle cinched the waist, adding a flash of polish and proportion. Draped over her shoulders, an oversized black blazer gave the ensemble its final punctuation—boardroom meets backstage.
The styling was sharp, almost editorial. Large hoop earrings framed her face, while her short, sleek blonde hair added a modern edge—think Sharon Stone in Basic Instinct , but with a Gen Z twist.
Makeup leaned sculptural: contoured cheeks, a nude lip, and a smoky eye that echoed the outfit’s monochrome palette. The background—a purple wall with indistinct branding—offered contrast, but Hough’s look was the focal point.
In a moment where red carpet fashion often leans toward excess, Hough’s appearance felt refreshingly tactical. Every piece served a purpose. Every detail hit its mark.
Ava Max traded the red carpet for Venetian waters—her bow-adorned ball gown and golden-hour drama turning a boat ride into a full-blown fashion opera.
There are entrances, and then there’s Ava Max arriving by boat in Venice. For her September 3rd photoshoot during the Venice Film Festival, Max didn’t just wear a gown—she staged a cinematic moment.
The look? A strapless, deep red satin ball gown with a fitted bodice and a voluminous skirt that billowed like a Renaissance curtain caught in a breeze. Bow details punctuated the skirt, adding a touch of playful femininity to an otherwise regal silhouette. The fabric—rich, glossy, and light-reactive—caught the sunset like a spotlight, turning every ripple of movement into a visual crescendo.
Accessories were minimal but precise. A delicate necklace with dangling gems framed her collarbone, catching just enough light to echo the shimmer of the dress. No earrings, no clutch—just the gown, the water, and the moment.
In one image, Max stands against a striped Venetian railing, the sun setting behind her like a stage cue. In another, she’s mid-laugh on a water taxi, hand raised, platinum hair cascading over her shoulders. The juxtaposition of high fashion and public transport? Delicious. It’s the kind of contrast that defines modern celebrity photos – glamour in motion, not just posed perfection.
At Alba’s velvet-lit soirée, Lana Condor fused garden-party charm with downtown polish—her floral dress and easy confidence a quiet flex in a room full of noise.
Lana Condor knows how to read a room—and dress for it. At the Bustle Magazine x Quinta Brunson event held at Alba in Los Angeles, she arrived in a look that felt like a love letter to late-summer ease, with just enough edge to hold its own in a crowd of media darlings and rising style stars.
Her fitted white dress, adorned with red floral prints and leafy green accents, struck a balance between vintage femininity and modern tailoring. The short sleeves and clean silhouette gave it a wearable elegance—think Sofia Coppola’s Marie Antoinette if she’d swapped Versailles for Silver Lake.
Next to her, a guest in a purple halter dress and white platform heels added contrast, but Condor’s look remained the focal point. The floral motif wasn’t just decorative—it was directional, guiding the eye and anchoring the ensemble in a seasonally appropriate palette.
Accessories were kept minimal, letting the print do the talking. Her pose—relaxed, hands gently clasped—suggested someone who’s comfortable in her skin and her style. The lighting, warm and ambient, added a golden wash to the scene, enhancing the intimacy of the moment.
In a cultural moment where celebrity photos often chase virality, Condor’s appearance felt refreshingly analog. No gimmicks, no over-styling—just a well-chosen dress, a well-lit room, and a woman who knows how to show up.
