Jessica Chastain commandeered the red carpet at the Film Independent Presents special screening of her latest film “Memory” on Thursday night, captivating in a vibrant golden yellow gown by Italian label For Restless Sleepers. The A-list actress and fashion icon, known for her impeccable and glamorous style on the step and repeat over the years, donned an eye-catching black patterned asymmetric dress that seemed to melt into an ombre of sunny hues towards the hem.
With her signature fiery red tresses swept to one side in breezy yet polished waves, Chastain offset the sleeveless gown with a sleek black blazer – a soupçon of edge to balance the ethereality of her ensemble. A subtly cinched waist with a black leather belt only accentuated her svelte frame, leading the eye down towards the magnificent movement of tiered ruffles fluttering about her feet with every graceful step. Paired with minimal accessories save for delicate diamond drop earrings, the overall effect was one of modern elegance and artistic drama as Chastain greeted photographers with her signature megawatt smile.
Behind her captivating looks over the years is longtime stylist and fashion power player Elizabeth Stewart, the visionary fashion editor known for working with A-list names like Cate Blanchett, Julia Roberts and Viola Davis. For this particular red carpet, Stewart selected the vivid For Restless Sleepers creation from designer and founder Francesca Ruffini’s eponymous ready-to-wear brand. Ruffini’s Italian label embodies a dream-like fantasy with every collection, described on Instagram by Stewart herself as “magical, colorful and happy.”
Ever the champion of established and emerging designers alike, Chastain allows her adventurous personal style to shine through Stewart’s impeccable curation. The duo favors elegant and experimental looks from fashion houses like Givenchy, Oscar de la Renta, Gucci and Ralph Lauren. On more casual occasions, Chastain has even been spotted in Golden Goose sneakers and Chloé boots as she pounds the pavement.
When Chastain does pull out the showstopping looks, they tend to be balanced with sky-high heels from luxury brands like Jimmy Choo, Gianvito Rossi, and Aquazzura. For particularly glam moments like film premieres and awards shows, Ms. Chastain can also be seen in dazzling custom looks from Zac Posen, Elie Saab, and the grande dame of red carpet footwear, Christian Louboutin. The iconic scarlet sole would have effortlessly pulled together Thursday night’s scene-stealing gown, but her F.R.S. dress made its own impressive statement as Chastain greeted her adoring fans. She quite literally brought sunshine to a room full of rain.
