US actress and singer Zendaya poses during a photocall ahead of the premiere of the film 'The Odyssey' at the Grand Rex Cinema in Paris on July 8, 2026.
Zendaya’s The Odyssey premiere gown took 800 hours to create — all the details
Zendaya never fails to surprise with her couture gowns
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US actress and singer Zendaya poses during a photocall ahead of the premiere of the film 'The Odyssey' at the Grand Rex Cinema in Paris on July 8, 2026.
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While Anne Hathaway’s rich chocolate brown looks on The Odyssey press tour have rightfully captured plenty of attention, Zendaya is turning the promotional runway into a fashion narrative of her own.
Christopher Nolan’s epic action-fantasy has not even reached cinemas yet, but its red carpet appearances have already become a spectacle, with Zendaya’s carefully curated wardrobe emerging as one of the highlights of the campaign (as always, what's new?).
A 800-hour Louis Vuitton creation steals the spotlight in Paris
For the Paris premiere, Zendaya and stylist Law Roach embraced full theatricality with a custom Louis Vuitton creation by Nicolas Ghesquière that reportedly took 800 hours to complete, according to InStyle, blending classical inspiration with modern couture craftsmanship. The result was a look that felt like a touch of ancient deity, dreamlike fantasy, which suited to the mythical world of The Odyssey.
The ensemble featured a white lace top with a striking neckline and carefully placed cutouts revealing the midriff, paired with a dramatic ruffled bolero layered with tulle, lace and intricate detailing that added volume and movement. A thigh-high slit skirt, braided crown hairstyle, shimmering blue eye makeup and a statement Messika necklace adorned with striking blue gemstones completed the ethereal look.
Zendaya’s fashion storytelling goes beyond the red carpet
Zendaya has become known for treating promotional tours as an extension of the projects she represents.
Her previous looks during the press tour have included:
Schiaparelli: A dramatic design featuring a sculptural silicone torso.
Givenchy: A romantic white gown paired with an ornate golden face mask for the London appearance.
Maison Valentino: A nature-inspired ensemble featuring a bodice crafted to resemble intertwining vines.
Here are some of the other standout looks from the photocall at the premiere:
Anne Hathaway
US actress Anne Hathaway poses during a photocall ahead of the premiere of the film 'The Odyssey' at the Grand Rex Cinema in Paris on July 8, 2026.
Lupita Nyong'O
Kenyan-Mexican actress Lupita Nyong'O poses during a photocall ahead of the premiere of the film 'The Odyssey' at the Grand Rex Cinema in Paris on July 8, 2026.
Charlize Theron
South african-US actress Charlize Theron poses during a photocall ahead of the premiere of the film 'The Odyssey' at the Grand Rex Cinema in Paris on July 8, 2026.
Tom Holland
British actor Tom Holland poses during a photocall ahead of the premiere of the film 'The Odyssey' at the Grand Rex Cinema in Paris on July 8, 2026.
The cast of Odyssey
Colombian-US actor John Leguizamo, South African-US actress Charlize Theron, Kenyan-Mexican actress Lupita Nyong'O, British actor Tom Holland, US actor, screenwriter, producer Matt Damon, US actress Anne Hathaway, US actress and singer Zendaya, British film producer Emma Thomas and British-US film director Christopher Nolan pose during a photocall ahead of the premiere of the film 'The Odyssey' at the Grand Rex in Paris on July 8, 2026.
The countdown to The Odyssey begins
With a star-studded cast featuring Matt Damon as Odysseus, Tom Holland, Charlize Theron, Robert Pattinson and Lupita Nyong'o, anticipation for Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s legendary epic remains high.
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