Jennifer Lopez wears her take on Princess Diana’s ‘revenge dress’ in first appearance after announcing divorce from Ben Affeck

Jennifer Lopez made a bold statement on the red carpet at the Toronto International Film Festival, turning heads with her glamorous appearance. This marked her first major public event since filing for divorce from Ben Affleck–her husband of 2 years– and she did not disappoint.

Lopez, known for her iconic fashion choices, seemed to be channelling her take on the classic “revenge dress” in a stunning Tamara Ralph couture gown.

The dress, inspired by the classic sheath silhouette, was given a modern twist with a disco-inspired flair. A daring panel of bare skin ran down each side, held together by a series of elegant black velvet bows, which beautifully complemented the shimmering silver fabric.

 

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A silver box clutch and matching stilettos completed her ensemble, creating a polished and sophisticated look.

The premiere of the sports drama biopic Unstoppable, which Lopez stars in, provided the perfect opportunity for her to showcase this powerful sartorial statement. Netizens think JLo’s ensemble echoes the iconic “revenge dress” worn by Princess Diana 30 years ago, especially as the actor-singer also captioned her photos, ‘Unstoppable.’

Know the history of Princess Diana’s ‘revenge dress’

they’re showing when camilla tried to replicate diana revenge dress and failed peter morgan i love you 😭 pic.twitter.com/YnqYKoMkFT

— m (@bigIttIeIies) October 20, 2022

In the annals of fashion history, Princess Diana’s “revenge dress” quickly became a cultural icon. Worn on the fateful in 1994 when Prince Charles revealed in an interview with Jonathan Dimbleby that he had cheated on her, the dress felt like declaration of independence, an act of defiance against the constraints of royal protocol.

A departure from her customary conservative attire, the dress with its daring hemline, off-the-shoulder neckline, and revealing silhouette were a stark contrast to the traditional royal garb she had often worn.

Actually, the dress had been a part of Princess Diana’s wardrobe for three years before she decided to wear it to the fateful June Vanity Fair party.

In the years before, she had hesitated to wear the dress, fearing it was too daring for an acting royal. However, after learning about Prince Charles’ confession from previews of his televised interview, Diana was determined to make a powerful statement. As her friend and stylist, Anna Harvey, recalled in the 2013 documentary Princess Diana’s Dresses: The Auction, Diana “wanted to look a million dollars. And she did.”

JLO's revenge body + dress is revenging and bodying and dressing like anything. pic.twitter.com/Qt9c0qTUOO

— Davide (@Pradaide) September 7, 2024

The dress’s impact was immediate, and it quickly became a symbol of female empowerment and defiance. It has since become a timeless piece of fashion history, a witness of Diana’s enduring style and influence.

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