Zoe Saldaña Examines Proportion and Structure in Custom Balmain Dress at the European Premiere of 'Avatar: Fire and Ash'

At Friday nights European premiere of Avatar: Fire and Ash, Zoe Saldaa captivated with a strikingly structured Balmain creation. The off-shoulder bodice featured overlapping angular panels, intricately adorned with black beading that sculpted a rigid, geometric frame around her neckline and upper torso. These panels extended into a pointed peplum before tapering into a long, sleek black velvet column skirt.

The matte velvet skirt flowed straight to the floor, while a back slit revealed her Saint Laurent La Scandale satin-crepe platform shoes. Completing her ensemble, Saldaa wore Cartier Libre Polymorph earrings and a matching ring, with styling by Petra Flannery.

This appearance followed a series of standout outfits during the Avatar: Fire and Ash press tour. Earlier in Los Angeles, she wore a one-shoulder Saint Laurent gown with a dramatic slit, while at the Paris photocall she opted for a sculptural Balenciaga leather ensemble featuring a funnel-neck jacket paired with black trousers and Cartier jewelry.

Saldaas Balmain gown contributes to the resurgence of peplum styles on recent red carpets. Its sharp bodice and velvet column skirt align with the current trend of engineered waists and sculptural silhouettes, marking one of the most architectural looks in her press tour wardrobe for the film.

Author: Sophia Brooks