Gwyneth Paltrow, 53, Shows off Edgy Style in Sheer Cami and Prada Miniskirt

Gwyneth Paltrow recently proved that her mastery of minimalism is as strong as ever, gracing the red carpet at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival in a look that was both delicate and daring.

The 53-year-old Oscar winner and Goop founder arrived at the event on February 13 to present the Arlington Artist Award to her longtime friend and Great Expectations co-star, Kate Hudson. For the occasion, Paltrow chose a soft pink Prada ensemble that perfectly matched the evening’s feminine energy while maintaining her signature modern edge.

The outfit consisted of a fully sheer camisole top layered over a matching pink satin bandeau, paired with a high-waisted micro miniskirt. The look was defined by its clean lines and subtle layering, though it featured a dramatic twist with a long, sleek fabric panel trailing behind her as she moved.

She completed the monochromatic aesthetic with pointed-toe Christian Louboutin pumps in a coordinating pink satin, keeping her accessories restricted to a few delicate diamond rings and curvy “Vela” earrings by Hearts on Fire.

True to her wellness-focused lifestyle, Paltrow opted for a fresh, luminous makeup look that highlighted her natural skin. She kept her hair in a sleek, center-parted ponytail, ensuring that the soft structure of the Prada pieces remained the focal point of her appearance.

The actress has been increasingly vocal about her current beauty philosophy, recently sharing that Goop’s Youth Boost Peptide Cream is my holy grail for maintaining the hydration and firmness she displayed on the carpet.

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This public appearance comes at a pivotal time for Paltrow, who has officially ended her seven-year hiatus from major film roles. She recently made a high-profile return to the big screen in the A24 film Marty Supreme, which was released on Christmas Day 2025 and has since become a box-office success.

In the film, directed by Josh Safdie, she plays Kay Stone, a wealthy retired actress who becomes entangled with a rising table tennis prodigy played by Timothée Chalamet. The movie features an eclectic supporting cast that includes Fran Drescher, Tyler the Creator, and Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary in his acting debut.

The film’s success has already garnered significant awards season buzz, with the production securing nine Academy Award nominations for the year. Paltrow has expressed that returning to acting felt like a restoration of a lost part of her identity, particularly after her children left for college and left her with a quieter house in New York.

Beyond her recent film success, Paltrow continues to be a central figure in the wellness industry through her brand, Goop. She has recently been in the headlines for her experimental health treatments, including a controversial blood-filtering detox she tried in Chicago to address symptoms of brain fog.

Despite the debate surrounding some of her alternative health choices, she remains grounded in her personal routine of meditation, long walks, and nightly baths to manage the anxiety and menopause-related shifts she has navigated over the past year.

Looking ahead, fans can expect to see Paltrow in the upcoming comedy Miracle on 74th Street, where she stars alongside Drew Barrymore and Christine Taylor. The film satirizes the competitive world of Upper East Side influencers, a role that seems perfectly suited to her sharp comedic timing.

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