Elizabeth Banks re-wears Oscars after-party gown in statement about sustainability
Actress wrote: 'It's gorgeous and it fits... so why not wear it again?'
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Your support makes all the difference.Elizabeth Banks chose to wear the same red Badgley Mischka gown that she first wore to the Vanity Fair Oscars party in 2004 to the 2020 annual party in a statement about sustainability.
On Sunday, the actress revealed that, rather than purchasing a new gown, she would be re-wearing the dress to “bring global awareness to the importance of sustainability in fashion and consumerism as it relates to climate change, production & consumption, ocean pollution, labour & women”.
“It’s gorgeous and it fits… so why not wear it again?!” Banks captioned an Instagram photo of herself wearing the gown in 2020 and in 2004. “Proud to wear my @badgleymischka dress that I first wore to @vanityfair Oscars party 2004, re-imagined with @wendiandnicole.
Banks also revealed she partnered with Red Carpet Advocacy (RAD), a group that helps actors use their platforms to raise awareness of important causes, and the New York Standard Institute, which works to make fashion more sustainable.
“Thrilled to partner again with @radvocacy in support of @nsifashion2030, which helps brands draw down their carbon use and achieve measurable sustainability targets,” she wrote.
In 2004, the dress was accessorised with a bejewelled back, while the updated version features just a simple spaghetti-strap style.
The actress completed this year’s after-party look with a diamond statement necklace.
On Instagram, Banks’ followers praised the environmentally friendly choice.
“YESS!!! Thank you for using your platform and influence to share this message…” one person wrote.
Another said: “I just tried to double tap this twice. What a legend and a hero and an icon. I could not admire you more!”
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