The Princess Wears Serpenti: Anne Hathaway’s Magical Night in Shanghai
In a mesmerizing fusion of Hollywood glamour and haute joaillerie, Anne Hathaway transformed Shanghai into her own enchanted castle during Bulgari’s opulent celebration of the Year of the Snake. The Oscar-winning actress, who has become the epitome of refined elegance as Bulgari’s global ambassador, commanded attention in a show-stopping Oscar de la Renta creation that whispered sweet nothings to the fashion cognoscenti.
The gown, plucked from the maison’s spring 2025 collection (Look 40, for those taking notes), was nothing short of theatrical perfection. Its structured bodice, reminiscent of modern architecture, gave way to a voluminous skirt that seemed to float with each step – a contemporary interpretation of Disney’s Belle reimagined for the front row set. The mastermind behind this sartorial coup? None other than celebrity stylist extraordinaire Erin Walsh, whose expert eye for dramatic silhouettes has never failed to deliver Instagram-worthy moments.
But darlings, let’s talk about the jewels – because at a Bulgari soirée, the serpentine splendor takes center stage. Hathaway’s neck was encircled by a spectacular Serpenti creation that had fashion editors reaching for their notepads. The intricate piece featured intertwining golden serpents, their scales illuminated by an impressive array of diamonds, sapphires, and rubies. The matching serpent-head earrings, with their hypnotic ruby eyes, completed what can only be described as a masterclass in high jewelry styling.
The devil, as they say, is in the details, and Hathaway’s choice of footwear proved this maxim true. Her Christian Louboutin Loubiloo sandals in metallic reptile-embossed leather were a stroke of genius – the perfect marriage of theme and function. The subtle platform and delicate straps offered just enough drama without overwhelming the ensemble.
In a delightful twist of fate, the event also saw Chinese cinema darling Liu Yifei gracing the celebration in a noir strapless number that provided the perfect contrast to Hathaway’s golden moment. The two actresses, both adorned in serpentine splendor, created a tableau vivant that will surely be referenced in mood boards for seasons to come.
Meanwhile, in a charming display of fashion déjà vu, Hathaway recently took to social media to playfully acknowledge a style parallel between her Princess Diaries days and Jeremy Strong’s Golden Globes appearance. The Succession actor’s mint green bucket hat moment eerily echoed Hathaway’s iconic 2001 look – proof that fashion, like royalty, works in mysterious ways.
