Ashley Graham's latest look is a work of art. After stepping out in a sweeping blue gown [1] at the British Fashion Awards [2], the supermodel quickly changed into an edgier, figure-hugging dress for the afterparty [3] on Dec. 5. From Syndical Chamber [4], the draped purple dress was covered in an optical-illusion print [5] that appeared as if it were painted on.
Aside from the trippy design, the double-layer mesh piece also featured cutouts across the chest and a thigh-high slit. Given the dress speaks for itself, the 35-year-old mom of three [6] kept her accessories simple. With the help of stylist Emily Evans [7], Graham finished the look with silver Jimmy Choo sandals, earrings, and a sparkly metallic clutch.
Created by designer Sergio Castaño Peña, Syndical Chamber is a Spain-based brand that's known for its wet-draped dresses with trompe l'oeil, a visual art that's described as deceiving the eyes with 3D effects. Every mesh piece is custom-made to act as "second skin" to the body. Most recently, model Nahuane Drumond wore a Syndical Chamber design at the 2022 People's Choice Awards [8] on Dec. 6.
Graham's fitted mesh dress is quite the departure from her outfit earlier in the night. Wearing a sky-blue Patrick McDowell [9] creation featuring a printed high-slit dress and matching overcoat, she presented the award for model of the year at the event celebrating the best in fashion.
Prepare to do a double take as you get a closer look at the model's dress, and shop similar dresses from Syndical Chamber ahead.
Syndical Chamber Draped Skin Gown
Syndical Chamber Draped Skin Gown [11] ($410)
Syndical Chamber Long Dusty Draped Gown
Syndical Chamber Long Dusty Draped Gown [12] ($410)
Syndical Chamber Volume Shine Dress
Syndical Chamber Volume Shine Dress [13] ($378)