Elle Fanning never fails to bring a fresh, bold twist to classic style, and her latest red carpet appearance is no exception. The actress turned heads at the Hamilton Behind the Camera Awards in Los Angeles this Thursday, where she presented the Behind the Camera Award for Costume Design to Arianne Phillips for her work in *A Complete Unknown*.
Fanning’s all-black ensemble was far from ordinary. While it started with a sleek little black dress, the details were anything but conventional. The dress featured a daring plunging V neckline that dropped nearly to her bellybutton, adorned with a tiny bow. The midi-length skirt had a subtle pleat at the sides, adding a touch of movement to the otherwise structured silhouette. But it was the sleeves—or rather, the lack of sleeves—that truly stole the show. Instead of traditional fabric sleeves, Fanning wore long black leather opera gloves that extended from her fingers all the way up to her shoulders. The gloves seemed to be seamlessly integrated with the dress, as the midi featured large cutouts at the sides, adding an element of intrigue.
To complete her look, Fanning paired the outfit with silky black slingback pumps, a statement white diamond necklace, and a dramatic black cat-eye makeup look, finished off with a bold red lip. Her honey-blonde hair was styled in a vintage-inspired wavy Hollywood bob, adding even more glamour to the striking look.
Earlier this year, Fanning shared how her style differs from that of her older sister, Dakota. “I think Dakota’s very classic. I’m classic too, but with a twist,” she explained. “She’s a little bit more laid-back… I kind of make a bolder choice, whereas she just wants to look beautiful and clean and chic. I get to be the crazy one.” And it’s clear—Elle Fanning’s bold fashion choices continue to set her apart as a daring style icon, confidently pushing the envelope with every appearance.
