There is no red carpet that Saoirse Ronan doesn't like. So far this award season, the Irish actress has impressed us in a romantic Erdem ruffled gown [1] at the Critics' Choice Awards and dazzled us in a glittery, sexy Celine gown [2] at the Golden Globes. And while we thought we had her style figured out, the star still managed to throw us a curveball when she stepped out on the 2020 BAFTAs red carpet in a strikingly simple, black-as-night custom Gucci gown, which was made of discarded satin.
Featuring a drop waist with thin spaghetti straps and a full ballgown skirt with pockets, the Gucci gown not only let the Little Women [3] star and best actress nominee shine against the bright hue of the red carpet, it also complied with the BAFTAs' wishes to hold a greener, more sustainable event. "We wanted to create a gown that didn't waste any resources or people's time," Saoirse's stylist Elizabeth Saltzman told Vogue [4]. "It's the first time we've gone dead simple, but we've been geeking out about the intricate craftsmanship. I love that the most classic pieces are often the hardest to make — it feels good to celebrate this unique work."
To finish her stunning ensemble, Saoirse accessorised with a chunky bracelet featuring two lion heads — one of Gucci's beloved motifs — and a pair of delicate drop earrings featuring colourful gemstones to match her bold red lip. While it wasn't the first time that the Italian fashion house dressed her for a red carpet event — who could forget the dramatic flame-patterned and sequin-embellished dress [5] she wore to the 2019 Met Gala? — this simple black gown could very well be her most iconic Gucci look yet. Read on to get a closer look at this sustainable work of art.