Nicole Kidman further solidified her status as a fashion icon by showcasing a different spin on the nude dress trend, perfect for anybody who finds see-through gowns too much.
On Thursday, Kidman attended the Los Angeles premiere of her upcoming Netflix rom-com, A Family Affair, with her co-stars Joey King and Zac Efron. But as expected from the style icon, her nude Gucci dress stole the show. Not surprisingly, she towered over both her co-stars.
A Detailed Look at Nicole Kidman’s Strapless Nude Dress
For years, naked gowns made of sheer materials like tulle or lace have been popular among celebrities on the red carpet. They make an extreme fashion statement that’s definitely not for the faint-hearted. Kendall Jenner, Kate Beckinsale, Alessandra Ambrosio, Emily Ratajkowski, and Daisy Edgar-Jones are among those fearless celebs who don’t mind baring their flesh.
Kidman’s nude dress is less revealing as it’s not see-through. Instead, it’s made of silk cady fabric in a nude color comparable to her skin tone, creating the illusion of a naked look. I actually love it, proving you don’t need to expose a lot of skin to follow the trend!
The custom dress is an iteration of a similar gown from Gucci’s Fall 2024 collection. Although I think Nicole’s pale complexion would have looked better in the original dark brown version that debuted on the runway, the bespoke nude version nonetheless looks amazing on her. Though some of you say it washes her out, I love the drama it offers.
Color aside, I love how the dress fits her beautifully. It’s immaculately cut to her slender frame, with a strapless corset bustier bodice that accentuates her body and reveals a busty display.
The dress’s lower half is a floor-length skirt with a provocative center front slit that exposes a good glimpse of her legs.
Although some might find the dress too plain and straightforward, I like the Lion actress‘s overall appearance. It flawlessly embodies her signature style, which is often minimalist and timeless.
Nude Dress with Statement Accessories
Upping the ante, Nicole’s stylist Jason Bolden—who also styles celebrities like Sabrina Carpenter, Cynthia Erivo, Storm Reid, Gabrielle Union, and Vanessa Hudgens—accessorized her ensemble with statement accessories.
He gave the outfit a regal touch by mirroring the runway style, tying a nude ribbon with a gold choker around Nicole’s neck. He also fastened a chunky pair of gold Roberto Coin earrings to her ears, two gold bangles on her wrist, and several gold rings on her pink-manicured hands.
The Moulin Rouge star slipped her feet into a pair of pink blush Paris Texas mules to create a seamless finish. Gwyneth Paltrow also wore these mules to the premiere of Netflix’s The Brothers Sun.
She wore the minimalist “Lidia” mules with sleek toe straps, open almond toes, and 4-inch metal stiletto heels. These heels added a few inches to her already striking 5’10” height. They’re available in many different colors at Farfetch and Mytheresa.
Mara Roszak styled Kidman’s hair in a sleek and flawless ponytail, with loose strands framing her minimally made-up face.
Kate Synnott, meanwhile, gave her a soft glam to match her ensemble. She emphasized her blue eyes with eyeliner, mascara, and pink smoky eyeshadow while keeping the rest basic with pink blush and lipstick.
Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron’s May-December Relationship in A Family Affair
Nicole Kidman is playing widowed mother Brooke Harwood in A Family Affair. She’s enjoying a May-December romance with a charming yet egotistical Hollywood star, Chris Cole, played by Zac Efron, who is 20 years her junior in real life.
Joey King, meanwhile, portrays Brooke’s daughter, Zara Ford, who works as Cole’s personal assistant. A Family Affair is set to be released by Netflix on June 28.
After appearing together in the 2012 crime drama The Paperboy, Efron and Kidman are back in A Family Affair, marking their first film together in 12 years.
On reuniting with Kidman, Efron told People, “I was still a bit apprehensive, but reuniting with Nicole is always so great, and as talented as she is an actress, she is equally kind, caring, and wonderful to spend time with.” Despite the huge age gap, he assures fans that their chemistry in the film is “seamless, natural and fun.”