X-Men Star Lana Condor’s Sculptural White Gown From the Fashion Trust U.S. Awards Is Making the Rounds Again
Lana Condor has never been afraid to take a fashion risk, and her look from this year’s Fashion Trust U.S. Awards is proving it has serious staying power online. The ‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’ star has built a reputation for dramatic red carpet choices throughout 2026.
At a Vanity Fair x Amazon MGM party in January, she wore a Victorian-inspired corset gown with a plunging sweetheart neckline adorned with black and silver beads, according to The Blast. She followed that up with an appearance at the ‘Pretty Lethal’ premiere during SXSW in March. Now one of her boldest moments is back in the spotlight. On September 25, Complex shared photos of Condor at the Fashion Trust U.S. Awards,
Some eagle-eyed followers noticed the images weren’t new, with one reply asking whether the event happened a while ago. They were right: CelebMafia reported that Condor attended the Fashion Trust U.S. 2026 Awards at Nya Studios in Los Angeles on April 7.
Condor wore a flowing white gown by House of Gilles, styled by Caroline DeJean, according to Check The Tag. CelebMafia described the dress as having a deep plunging V-neck, wide shoulder straps, and soft vertical pleats that fell into a light, airy column with a subtle train.
The standout detail was an oversized three-dimensional white floral appliqué at the waist. She kept the rest of her styling minimal, wearing her long hair center-parted and straight over her shoulders, stacked silver bracelets on both wrists, and no necklace to compete with the neckline.
Critics weren’t unanimous. CelebMafia admitted the look split its opinion in two, questioning whether the dress would have been stronger without the flower, while still praising Condor’s confidence and commitment to a dramatic neckline.
The look sparked plenty of conversation when it first debuted in April. Fashion Times reported that the gown became a focal point for online debate, with sharply divided opinions on both the dress and its presentation.
Lana Condor at the Fashion Trust US Awards 📸 pic.twitter.com/pGm577IISW
— Complex (@Complex) September 25, 2026
Unfortunately, some of the discussion turned into commentary about Condor’s body. Many fans pushed back, with The Blast reporting that supporters called out unrealistic beauty standards, while others praised the gown’s ethereal pleats and floral details for giving major goddess vibes.
Several supporters also argued that the bold design fit the experimental spirit of the Fashion Trust U.S. Awards, which is known for celebrating emerging designers and unconventional silhouettes. Olivia Wilde was also among the stars in attendance, wearing a white micro top with a high-slit black skirt, according to AOL.
Born in Vietnam in 1997, Condor made her acting debut as Jubilee in ‘X-Men: Apocalypse’ before her breakthrough as Lara Jean Covey in Netflix’s ‘To All the Boys I’ve Loved Before’ in 2018, according to World Today Journal. She has plenty more on the way. The outlet noted that Condor’s upcoming projects include ‘Coyote vs. Acme’, ‘The Devil’s Mouth’, and ‘Whodunnit’, which is currently filming.
The renewed attention on this gown shows just how memorable Condor’s red carpet choices have become. Whether fans love or question her bolder looks, they certainly keep people talking, months after they first appear.
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