Natalie Portman debuts a rebellious-romantic vision for the Miss Dior campaign—a breathtaking fusion of Parisian chic and defiant edge (complete with combat boots, no less).
There’s a particular kind of magic that happens when Natalie Portman and Dior come together. It’s a partnership that’s now legendary, and the latest Miss Dior campaign, unveiled for 2025, proves the collaboration has never been sharper. The image feels like a high-fashion fever dream: Portman, perched on a Parisian rooftop, with the Eiffel Tower a dreamy silhouette in the background as the sun sets. The whole scene is a study in contrasts—soft romance meets hard-edged rebellion.
The dress itself is a masterful creation. A rich, crimson-hued garment that moves with a dramatic, full-skirted silhouette. The top, however, is where the real intrigue lies. It’s a structured, almost deconstructed bodice with exposed lacing and buckle details running up the sides, a punk-rock corset for a new generation. This isn’t the saccharine sweetness one might expect from a fragrance campaign; it’s a look that suggests strength and a playful defiance. The fabric, a beautiful silk or satin, cascades around her, a vivid splash of color against the pale sky.
And then, there are the boots. Knee-high, black leather combat boots that ground the entire look with an undeniable power. They are a jolt of pure energy, a brilliant juxtaposition against the romantic, flowing dress. It’s a styling choice that completely re-contextualizes the ensemble, taking it from a standard couture moment to a defiant, urban fairytale. Her short, tousled hair and minimal makeup allow her natural beauty to take center stage, a testament to the idea that true elegance can be both effortless and daring.
Maia Kai attends the special screening of Americana in Los Angeles with a masterclass in understated elegance—proving less really is so much more.
There are red carpet moments that scream for attention, and then there are those that simply demand it with a quiet confidence. Maia Kai’s choice for the Los Angeles special screening of Americana at the Desert 5 Spot on August 3, 2025, was firmly in the latter category. It was an exercise in minimalist chic, a look that felt both completely contemporary and delightfully timeless.
Jenna Ortega debuted a futuristic, deconstructed look for a New York press day—a masterclass in subtle rebellion (with a dash of cyberpunk romance).
Jenna Ortega’s latest sighting in New York City felt less like a celebrity photo-op and more like a dispatch from a stylish new dimension. Dressed for a press day, Ortega presented a look that, upon first glance, seems delicate and ethereal. But closer inspection reveals a subversion of classical lines and a clever nod to a new wave of sartorial armor.
