Zendaya's gown at The Odyssey premiere selected two years

Actress Zendaya made a dramatic entrance at the New York premiere of the fantasy epic "The Odyssey" on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, wearing a custom feathered gown that had been selected for the event two years in advance. The premiere was held at the AMC Lincoln Square Theater in Manhattan.

Zendaya's ensemble, a white strapless gown by the French fashion house Matières Fécales, featured a plunging neckline, a thigh-high slit, and a long train. The most striking element was a pair of large, feathered wings that extended from the shoulders. The brand stated on social media that Zendaya's longtime stylist, Law Roach, had asked them to reserve the archival dress for her nearly two years prior. At the event, Zendaya confirmed the long-term planning, telling an interviewer that Roach had put the look on hold a long time ago.

She accessorized the ethereal look with over 30 carats of diamond jewelry from Chopard and opted for soft, barely-there makeup and a fishtail braid, which admirers online praised for creating a delicate contrast to the theatrical gown. However, her choice of sculptural, heel-less white wedge shoes sparked a separate conversation among observers, with some questioning...