Zendaya’s Orchid Dress Has a Whitney Houston and ‘Sex and the City’ Backstory

Zendaya hit the Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards on Thursday night in Los Angeles wearing a white and gold Eugene Alexander dress that simultaneously paid homage to Whitney Houston and Sarah Jessica Parker’s “Sex and the City” character Carrie Bradshaw. Zendaya at the 2026 Essence Black Women in Hollywood awards ceremony on March 12 in Los Angeles. Earl Gibson III The “Challengers” star wore the one-shoulder white dress with a formfitting silhouette and gold statement orchid detailing at the shoulder. Paired with Christian Louboutin white pumps, Zendaya’s look also incorporated Cartier jewelry pieces, including Trinity ring and stud earrings and the Love Unlimited bracelet. As for glam, the mononymous star’s hair was coiffed in a curly Parisian-inspired “bixie” with a side part. Makeup highlights for Zendaya included bold brows, a smoky eye and a glossy lip. Image architect and stylist Law Roach, Zendaya’s longtime collaborator, curated the actress’ look. Whitney Houston in March 1987. Getty Images The Eugene Alexander dress has a storied history that dates back to the late 1980s. In March 1987, Grammy Award-winning singer Houston wore the dress for a promotional stint, flaunting the ornate floral appliqué work at the shoulder in a euphoric photo spread. It was nearly 20 years later

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