Published: March 18, 2026 Last Updated 1 month ago by Esther Ejoh
At the Los Angeles premiere of The Drama on March 17, 2026, Zendaya chose not to wear a new gown. Instead, she wore the Vivienne Westwood ivory corseted dress from the 87th Academy Awards in 2015, marking eleven years since her first Oscars appearance.
This choice was intentional, signaling a full-circle moment. Paired with what appeared to be both an engagement ring and a wedding band, the gown represented a statement of love, legacy, and self-assuredness.
The dress exemplifies classic Westwood design, featuring pale ivory satin, a structured corset bodice, and a full, floor-length skirt. Signature angled seaming enhances the waistline.
Zendaya styled it differently from what she did in 2015, with loose waves, fresh makeup, and minimal jewelry, except for a diamond solitaire and a matching band that drew attention in every photograph.
Photo: Getty Images Wearing the gown from her first Oscars signaled her evolution from a Disney star to a two-time Oscar nominee, producer, and fashion leader. Rewearing the dress conveyed growth, commitment, and a preference for continuity over novelty.
The premiere marked the debut of The Drama, Luca Guadagnino’s psychological thriller that reunites Zendaya with her Challengers collaborators. Early reviews described her performance as “mesmerizing” and “career-defining,” positioning the film as an awards contender.
However, the focus of the evening was on Zendaya’s gown and rings. Social media quickly responded, with captions such as “Zendaya just soft-launched her wedding by rewearing her teenage Oscars dress” and “2015 gown + rings = full-circle bride energy” trending widely. The choice was seen as both subtle and impactful.
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Photo: Getty Images Zendaya consistently uses fashion to tell a story. Her red-carpet choices, including the 2001 John Galliano for Dior at the Dune: Part Two premiere, the custom Valentino tuxedo at the 2024 Met Gala, and the 2019 Balmain revival during the Challengers tour, are intentional. Rewearing the 2015 Westwood gown was a subtle yet powerful statement, connecting her past and present through the dress and rings.
Choosing the Vivienne Westwood gown also held cultural significance. Westwood, who passed away in 2022, was a prominent figure in British fashion. Wearing her design again in 2026 honored Westwood’s legacy, Zendaya’s personal growth, and the enduring nature of both love and style.
Photo: Getty Images Choosing the 2015 gown held cultural significance. Vivienne Westwood, who passed away in 2022, was a leading figure in British fashion. Wearing her design again in 2026 subtly honored Westwood’s legacy, Zendaya’s personal growth, and the value of revisiting meaningful moments.
With every red-carpet appearance under scrutiny, Zendaya balanced public interest with her privacy. The floral embroidery on her sheer halter gown on Kimmel, the 2015 Westwood gown at The Drama premiere, and the diamond solitaire and band in each photo were intentional choices that reflected her personal style.
Although spring 2026 has just begun, Zendaya has already established a strong presence. We look forward to seeing more from her.
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Esther Ejoh is a Fashion Editor at Fashion Police Nigeria, where she writes all things fashion, beauty, and celebrity style, with a sharp eye and an even sharper pen. She’s the girl who’ll break down a Met Gala look one minute, rave about a Nigerian beauty brand the next, and still find time to binge a movie or get lost in a novel. Style, storytelling, and self-care? That’s her holy trinity.
