Elle Fanning Proves Less Is More at L’Oréal Paris Celebration
In an era where maximalism often dominates red carpet fashion, Elle Fanning continues to champion the art of refined simplicity. The actress’s appearance at last night’s L’Oréal Paris Women of Worth Celebration in Los Angeles was nothing short of a masterclass in understated glamour—a reminder that true style whispers rather than shouts.
Gliding onto the red carpet in a masterfully cut Michael Kors Collection navy halter gown, Fanning demonstrated why she remains one of Hollywood’s most watched style arbiters. The dress, with its architectural simplicity, served as the perfect canvas for what can only be described as a symphony of carefully curated accessories.
The real story, however, lies in the details—specifically, her choice of footwear. Fanning opted for Jimmy Choo’s innovative Tabatha 95 sandals, a departure from conventional evening shoe silhouettes. The silver metallic leather slingbacks feature the brand’s revolutionary “drop heel” design—an architectural feat inspired by liquid mercury suspended in motion. With their crystal-embellished buckle toe straps and precise 3.57-inch heel height, these shoes represent the perfect marriage of innovation and classical elegance.
The evening proved to be something of a Jimmy Choo showcase, with fellow luminaries Sophia Bush (carrying the brand’s covetable Bonny satin bag) and Andie McDowell (in the eternally chic Love pointed pumps) also paying homage to the luxury footwear house. Yet it was Fanning who truly captured the essence of modern Hollywood glamour.
Working with her longtime style architect, Samantha McMillen (whose client roster reads like a Who’s Who of Hollywood, including Daisy Ridley, Brie Larson, and Kirsten Dunst), Fanning demonstrated her signature ability to balance contemporary trends with timeless sophistication. A singular Cartier ring provided the finishing touch—a nod to her recent partnership with the legendary jewelry maison.
Her beauty look deserves special mention: eschewing the current trend for bold lips, Fanning opted for a neutral pink pout, allowing a precisely executed cat eye and what she playfully terms “blush blindness” to take center stage. The result was nothing short of ethereal.
This appearance follows a string of remarkable style moments for the actress, who has been particularly prolific on the red carpet lately. At the 2024 Governors Awards, she stunned in an ethereal seafoam green Valentino creation, while her Saint Laurent tuxedo moment at the Tony Awards proved her versatility. Even in her off-duty moments, Fanning’s style credentials shine through, whether in The Row’s understated Mara flats, Prada moccasins, or Miu Miu’s artfully designed cord-strap sandals.
