Williams may have spent her Oscars night celebrating her critically acclaimed film, but her fashion look worn on the red carpet before the ceremony demanded just as much fanfare. Williams collaborated with her longtime stylist Kate Young on an ethereal white gown, made by Chanel Couture. “[Young’s] perspective is what I always lean into and learn from,” says Williams. “We’ve been together so long, and her style and intelligence are my guiding principles.” Together, along with designer Virginie Viard, they landed on a white bustier dress and sheer cape made of silk chiffon, cadi and tulle. “Wearing Chanel felt like a dream come true,” says Willians. “It’s a fairy tale moment and the dress felt utterly effortless, while at the same time being incomparably glamorous.”
Embroidered with silver and white sequins, strass crystals, and pearls, it’s easy to understand why it felt so glamorous to wear. The back featured a white satin bow, and an embroidered silk tulle cape was worn overtop. The whole ensemble took over 900 hours to create. Williams loved its intricate construction but it was its sense of whimsy that won her over. “The glittering details of the cape felt like stars fallen from the sky,” says Williams. “The embroidery was so gorgeous, and I felt lucky to wear such a special gown, made and designed by a team of incredible artisans.”
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