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Zendaya made a striking appearance at the 2024 Gotham Awards held on December 2, where she received the special Spotlight Tribute award for her performance in the film Challengers, directed by Luca Guadagnino. The evening was a celebration of her talent, and she honored her character Tashi, a tennis player, through her standout outfit.
Zendaya’s Sophisticated Ensemble
The awards ceremony in New York showcased numerous celebrities, including Angelina Jolie, Pamela Anderson, and Elle Fanning, and turned into a reunion for the Challengers cast, with Josh O’Connor presenting Zendaya with her award.
Styled by her long-time collaborator Law Roach, Zendaya dazzled in a white gown that reflected a minimalist aesthetic reminiscent of the 1990s. Created by Nicolas Ghesquière for Louis Vuitton, the gown featured a low halter neckline that elegantly showcased her back, paired with a flowing skirt that offered a subtle flared silhouette.
To complement her dress, Zendaya selected understated jewelry as part of her look. As a Bulgari ambassador, she wore minimalist pieces including a sparkling diamond ring and stud earrings, which harmonized with her chic updo.
Inspired by Tashi
Roach revealed that the outfit was indeed a nod to Zendaya’s character, stating, “It feels in the same vein as this character we created for Tashi Duncan, but it’s not as character-driven as the press tour. It’s a little carry-over — maybe it’s Tashi a few years later.” He shared this insight with Vogue.
A Tradition of Paying Homage
Zendaya is known for her method-dressing approach, often honoring Tashi through her public appearances. During the earlier press tour for Challengers, she sported various outfits that cleverly referenced tennis culture, including a glamorous twist on a traditional tennis uniform featuring novelty tennis ball heels. Throughout the tour, she frequently opted for elegant all-white looks.
For example, while in Rome in April, Zendaya donned a minimalist skirt suit designed by Calvin Klein, wearing the jacket open and foregoing a bra for an edgy touch.
In another instance in Paris, she chose a chic ivory dress from Louis Vuitton, showcasing a strapless fitted bodice accentuated by a wrap belt and a flowing chiffon skirt.
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