Elle Fanning has officially mastered the art of the outfit change.
After lighting up the Academy Museum Gala red carpet in a striking Balenciaga creation — a pink high-low top paired with a dramatic red feather skirt — the Great star slipped into something far more daring for the after-party. At Armani’s late-night celebration at the iconic Chateau Marmont, she swapped her couture glamour for an effortlessly seductive, sheer black co-ord that exuded quiet confidence and downtown cool.
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The after-hours ensemble featured a slouchy black mesh tank and a matching sequined skirt, both subtly shimmering under the L.A. lights. With its easy silhouette and glints of sparkle, the look struck a balance between relaxed and refined — the kind of understated sensuality Elle wears best.
Accessorizing with black satin pumps, a sleek clutch, and the same diamond jewelry she wore earlier that evening, she gave the outfit an elevated edge that whispered luxury rather than shouting it.
Sister Dakota Fanning joined her in style, reworking her own Armani floral top from the gala with tailored black trousers and matching pumps — proof that even fashion’s most polished sisters know how to make an after-party look feel effortlessly real.
The Chateau Marmont gathering drew a glittering guest list — from Kaia Gerber and Olivia Rodrigo to Zoë Kravitz and Penélope Cruz — but Elle’s look stood out as the night’s perfect blend of youth, elegance, and bold self-assurance.
When it comes to navigating Hollywood’s doubleheader nights, Elle Fanning doesn’t just change outfits — she changes the entire mood.
