Taylor Russell’s final appearance as a jury member at the 2024 Venice Film Festival was nothing short of mesmerising.
As she graced the red carpet at the closing ceremony, her Schiaparelli Fall 2024 Haute Couture dress cemented her place as a fashion force to be reckoned with.
Taylor’s bold, artistic choices over the years have consistently aligned with the avant-garde ethos of the house of Schiaparelli, and her final look of the festival was no exception.
The dress, with its asymmetric contrasting layer under sheer black draped mesh dress, immediately brought to mind her iconic Schiaparelli look from the ‘Bones & All’ London Film Festival premiere in 2022.
There’s a clear nod to the past, especially with the underlayer, which references Renaissance corsetry. While some may find this aspect uncomfortable—a reminder of how women’s bodies were historically shaped into an ‘idealized’ form—Taylor seems to be reclaiming that history, reimagining the corset not as a constraint, but as an artful, almost rebellious expression of femininity.
There’s an undeniable “work-in-progress” feel to the look, which feels intentional. The exposed understructure along with the layered mesh evokes the sense of a final fitting at a salon privé in Paris at Schiaparelli’s iconic Place Vendôme atelier. This narrative works in the dress’ favour for me. It feels like a tribute to couture itself: the labour, the artistry, the gradual evolution of a garment into something that transcends fashion and becomes a work of art. And let’s not forget the drama created by the skirt—a swirling, dreamlike cascade of fabric that added movement and intrigue to her every step.
The Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany ‘Bird on a Rock’ brooch fastened to her choker was a delightful touch, along with Tiffany & Co. 18k yellow gold ear clips with black enamel adding a subtle yet luxurious edge, while her Schiaparelli black satin pumps—adorned with a crystal-covered ball and keyhole silver clasp—completed the ensemble with an unexpected but welcome note of whimsy.
For some, the underlayer might be the point of contention, an element too rooted in the past to feel modern. But for me, it’s that very juxtaposition—between old-world corsetry and futuristic illusion—that gives the look its depth and dimension.
Schiaparelli has always thrived on drama and storytelling, and this outing is no exception.
Stylist: Jahleel Weaver.
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