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Gillian Anderson's Iconic Backless Dress Secret Revealed
20 Aug
Summary
- Gillian Anderson revealed the practical reason for her daring 2001 dress.
- The jersey fabric dress was so low-backed, a thong was the only option.
- She reflected on the viral moment years later, calling it 'iconic'.
Gillian Anderson, reflecting on her style choices, discussed the daring backless dress she wore to the 2001 Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty. The actress, now 58, revealed that the striking Eduardo Lucero gown was made of jersey fabric and featured a dramatic open back that extended to hip level.
Anderson explained that the choice to wear a thong underneath was purely practical. The extreme cut of the dress meant that any other undergarment would have been visible through the thin material. She humorously noted that it didn't occur to her to shave, making the thong the most sensible option for the event.
Her co-star, Hannah Einbinder, quipped that the fashion moment 'changed the world,' to which Anderson agreed with a laugh, expressing pleasure that the look became a notable trend. This reflection follows Anderson's recent memorable appearance at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards in a gown adorned with embroidered vaginas.
