Nina Dobrev turned heads in what fans are calling her “revenge dress” while she posed for stunning photographs.
The 36-year-old Vampire Diaries star donned a striking black creation from Cult Gaia, showcasing a bold plunging neckline adorned with eye-catching metallic trim. The breathtaking portraits were shared on her Instagram on Thursday, October 2, shortly after her recent breakup with Shaun White.
Her dress featured striking gold accents that beautifully framed her décolletage, sculpting her figure perfectly. Dobrev completed the look with large gold earrings, a coordinating gold clutch, and a chic updo that highlighted her radiant glam and flawless complexion, accented by soft curls framing her face. Her makeup featured a subtle smokey eye and a nude lip.
One user on social media remarked, “This is giving me Princess Diana ‘revenge dress’ vibes, and I’m loving it! 👌😍” Another added, “The revenge HOTNESS is beyond!!!”
A third comment noted, “Oh yes, she’s going to be just fine 🤷♀️💅😍,” while another echoed, “THE BREAKUP GLOW UP???!!! YES!”
Vanessa Hudgens praised her appearance as well, saying, “Gorgeousssss.”
Dobrev chose strappy heels and a ring adorned with pearls. She took both solo photos and a snap with her friend Ashley Park, who shared it on her Instagram with the caption, “A night for the books… 🥳” (Park recently parted ways with Paul Forman following a two-year relationship, as per several reports.)
Park, 34, dazzled in a flowing brown gown with intricate draping and a floral choker, with her hair styled in loose cascading waves and her eyes accented with bronze shadows.
Just a day before, Dobrev addressed speculation regarding a romantic link to Zac Efron following her breakup with White, 39, after five years together.
<p“Aren’t you dating Zac Efron?” a TMZ reporter queried, and Dobrev shook her head in negation. “Just friends?” the reporter pressed, to which she replied succinctly, “Yes.”
Even with her relationship ending in public view, Dobrev remains optimistic about her future. “I’m looking forward to what lies ahead; change is the only constant,” she told the media.
Dobrev reiterated her stance after an insider confirmed to Us Weekly that she and Efron are not romantically involved and have been friends for over a decade.
“Their friends often joke that they should date, but that’s not happening. They’ve supported each other through various life stages,” revealed a source.
Dobrev and White’s breakup came nearly a year after he proposed with a stunning five-carat ring from designer Lorraine Schwartz at The Golden Swan in NYC in October 2024.
One insider told Us that despite being devastated by the separation, Dobrev remains focused on the positives, stating they had begun planning their wedding prior to the split, which was a significant step forward.
