Blake Lively made an appearance at the 2024 LACMA Art+Film Gala that brought a touch of red-carpet glamour mixed with Gossip Girl nostalgia.
The actress wore a stunning Tamara Ralph Fall 2023 Couture mini dress encrusted with rose gold, pink, and topaz crystals. While my initial reaction to this diamond chainmail mini was “premiere after-party,” it undeniably aligns with Blake’s signature style—and that of her iconic character, Serena van der Woodsen.
The dress itself is pure Blake: bold, sparkling, and unreservedly glamorous. It’s easy to see why she paired it with a topaz silk taffeta cape. The cape adds a touch of red-carpet sophistication, giving her a sense of coverage since the dress is unlined. Yet, the combination is a bit of a mismatch. The dress is youthful and fun, which pairs well with her beachy waves, but the cape feels heavier, almost like it’s dressing for a different occasion.
While the cape adds a dramatic element, it also weighs down the overall look, shifting attention away from the carefree, glitzy vibe of the mini dress. The contrast between the sparkling dress and the voluminous cape gives the ensemble a slightly disjointed feel for me.
In the end, the dress alone captures the essence of Blake’s style, but the cape is giving the impression of two separate looks in one.
Lorraine Schwartz jewels and Christian Louboutin sandals completed her look.
Credit: Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images for LACMA / BFA / Tamara Ralph
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