Gillian Anderson made a bold statement at the Golden Globe Awards on Sunday night with her ivory, strapless gown. At first glance, the chic wool and silk cady Gabriela Hearst creation exudes old Hollywood glamour. However, a closer look reveals a more subversive twist: the skirt is adorned with tens of embroidered vulvas.
Speaking to Deadline on the Golden Globes red carpet, the "Sex Education" star explained that she chose it "for so many reasons," and added, "Its brand appropriate."
The star said she chose the subversive ivory creation for "so many reasons."
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Paired with a silver metallic handbag by Aquazzura and luxury jewelry by Chopard, the dress sparked a debate on social media. Some users on X speculated that the star's choice, described as a "collaboration" between the actor and designer Gabriela Hearst, was a subtle statement in support of women's reproductive rights.
Anderson herself explained to British Vogue that, "Since my Instagram presence has been highlighting yonis (the Sanskrit word for womb or vagina) since Sex Education hit Netflix and with the mantra of my wellness soft drinks brand G-Spot being to prioritize pleasure, I wanted to bring this element into the design. I'm so pleased Gabriela was up for the challenge!"
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Margot Robbie paid homage to the 1970s Superstar Barbie at the Golden Globes, making a bold statement in pink. The intricate embroidery on her outfit, which took craftspeople 3.5 hours for each motif and a total of around 150 hours, was a true challenge. Anderson's admiration for Gabriela Hearst's creations and sustainability credentials has been well-documented. Similarly, Hearst has expressed her feelings of mutual admiration for Anderson, even calling her a muse and praising her as the "image of intelligent beauty" in 2016.
Anderson's gown had a revolutionary red carpet addition that she couldn't stop praising - pockets. "It's so comfortable," she told Extra TV outside the ceremony in Los Angeles. "There are pockets on both sides to keep my hands warm." In addition to the anatomical celebrations, the inclusion of pockets was a standout feature of her outfit.