Zendaya delivered another unforgettable fashion moment at the Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards, stepping onto the red carpet in a dress that carries decades of pop culture history. The Euphoria star wore a striking off-the-shoulder white minidress adorned with oversized silver-and-gold hibiscus appliqués. The design, created by fashion designer Eugene Stutzman, immediately caught attention not just for its bold look but also for its legacy.
The dress has previously been worn by two icons before Zendaya. Fans of the franchise will recognize it from the opening credits of Sex and the City, where Sarah Jessica Parker famously wore it as Carrie Bradshaw while walking through the streets of New York.
But the dress’ story actually goes back even further. Music legend Whitney Houston wore the same piece during a 1987 album promotional photoshoot. One of those images later appeared on the cover of Life magazine, cementing the look as a memorable part of Houston’s visual legacy.
Zendaya paired the historic dress with white pumps and elegant jewelry, including a gold bracelet from Cartier, allowing the dramatic floral design to remain the centerpiece of the look.
Her longtime stylist Law Roach also celebrated the moment online, calling the outfit one of the most iconic pieces in movie fashion history. He shared a video of Zendaya walking the red carpet while the Sex and the City theme played in the background, highlighting the clear homage to Carrie Bradshaw.
The fashion moment arrives amid growing curiosity around Zendaya’s personal life as well. Whether it’s through nostalgic fashion tributes or headline-making appearances, Zendaya continues to prove that every red carpet moment she creates quickly becomes part of pop culture history.