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Zendaya’s fashion choice for the “Dune: Part 3” press tour has sparked quite a buzz on social media, with reactions ranging from intrigued to critical.
The 29-year-old actress, known for her role as Chani in Denis Villeneuve’s sci-fi epic, made a striking appearance Tuesday at CinemaCon in Las Vegas. She wore a distinctive two-piece suit from Schiaparelli’s fall/winter 2026 collection, consisting of a nude-toned blazer with exaggerated lapels and sculpted hips, paired with a matching pencil skirt.
The fashion house dubbed this ensemble “Look 9,” describing the jacket as a tailored piece in a nude corset toile, layered with jersey and padding to create a sculptural depth effect. Zendaya completed the look with Christian Louboutin pumps and diamond hoop earrings.
Social media users quickly shared their thoughts, with some fans offering playful jabs. Comments included comparisons like “paper over plastic” and “a dress made of sand,” while others were less kind, likening the suit to something out of a horror film or calling it a “rare fail.” One user quipped it gave “Silent Hill nurse glam,” and another joked she looked like a “Zendaya burrito extra spice” or “a saltine cracker.”
Despite the mixed reviews, many applauded Zendaya’s boldness and dedication to reflecting the film’s themes in her fashion choices. Supporters praised her commitment to embodying the spirit of “Dune” through her outfit, with some declaring, “She never misses.”
Zendaya was joined at the Dolby Colosseum at Caesars Palace by her “Dune” co-stars Timothée Chalamet and Jason Momoa, as well as director Denis Villeneuve, for the Warner Bros. event where they unveiled the first seven minutes of “Dune: Part 3.”
The ensemble may have divided opinions, but Zendaya’s presence and enthusiasm for the project remain undeniable.