Ayo Edebiri Gives a Slinky, Silky Salute to Chanel’s New Era

Ayo Edebiri made waves with her stunning debut at the Venice Film Festival last month, showcasing some of Matthieu Blazy’s inaugural custom designs for Chanel. Collaborating with her trusted stylist Danielle Goldberg and the new creative director Blazy, Ayo donned a contemporary interpretation of the iconic Chanel tweed suit, as well as an archive-inspired red gown featuring a dramatic tiered waistline and embellished with ruby buttons, which required the Chanel team an impressive 270 hours to craft. Both outfits encapsulated the brand’s rich heritage while reflecting Blazy’s innovative vision alongside Edebiri’s unique personal aesthetic.

Continuing her fashion-forward momentum, Edebiri graced the red carpet at the New York Film Festival on September 27, wearing a striking Chanel dress that hints at a promising new chapter for the iconic brand. The sleek black piece featured a luxurious silk bodice adorned with a sheer bateau panel and a sophisticated overlapping halter neck that transitioned into a fitted velvet skirt. Her accessories included Chanel high jewelry crystal earrings and a bold, thick banded crystal bracelet. With her hair styled in loose waves and makeup accentuating her features with smoky eyes and a rich rust red lip, Edebiri epitomized a blend of elegance and modernity.

Edebiri’s presence on the red carpet alongside her co-stars, including Julia Roberts and Andrew Garfield for the Luca Guadagnino-directed film, After the Hunt, was electrifying. Roberts made a statement as well, opting for her signature suiting style in a Vivienne Westwood fall 2025 blue printed blazer paired harmoniously with a matching full skirt, accented with a tie featuring vintage brooches.