The red carpet sizzled with palpable heat on Thursday as two A-list superstars shed layers to unveil their daring contributions to the sheer fashion phenomenon. While barely-there ensembles have become a ubiquitous trend, Margot Robbie and Dakota Johnson elevated the game with their audacious choices at separate high-profile events.
First, the "Barbie" icon and producer (and recently minted mother) made a showstopping entrance at the London premiere of her latest film, "A Big Bold Beautiful Journey." She stunned in a sheer dress from Giorgio Armani Privé’s Spring 2025 Couture Collection. Her appearance took on poignant significance as it came mere days after the legendary designer Armani passed away at 91, transforming the moment into a touching—and provocative—homage to the revered maestro.
Robbie’s gown boasted a sheer foundation adorned with intricate beadwork forming floral and paisley motifs that cascaded across the fabric. The true spectacle unfolded when she pivoted, revealing how the dress’s spaghetti straps crisscrossed to highlight a jewel-shaped pendant nestled against her back. From the waist down, the gown offered scant coverage, leaving her bare derrière tastefully exposed in a daring display.
Across the Atlantic in New York, meanwhile, Dakota Johnson—fresh from her back-to-back roles in "Splitsville" and "Materialists"—graced Kering’s Caring for Women gala in a Gucci creation styled by Kate Young. Her nearly-invisible black ensemble featured a sheer base intricately embroidered with floral patterns, paired with a high neckline and sweeping train. The look revealed a coordinating bra and panties set beneath, striking a balance between allure and elegance. The gala itself shimmered with star power, drawing luminaries such as Demi Moore, Jessica Chastain, Julianne Moore, Salma Hayek, Lauren Sanchez Bezos, Adrien Brody, Casey Wasserman, and more. Adding to the glamour, Anna Wintour made an appearance, striking a pose alongside her "Vogue" successor Chloe Malle, newly appointed "Vanity Fair" editor-in-chief Mark Guiducci, and close confidant Baz Luhrmann.
