If anyone in Hollywood exudes pure luxury and grace, it’s Nicole Kidman. And no, I’m not hearing any arguments. The Australian actress has, for decades now, dressed (and acted) with understated glamour and sophistication at the forefront, whether she’s at the Met Gala in a recreated Balenciaga gown from the 1950s or on set in a timeless piece of outerwear (her characters always have the chicest coats). Knowing that, I wasn’t the least bit surprised to find her walking the red carpet at an OMEGA event in Paris wearing this year’s most elegant skirt trend. Oh, and did I mention it was held in her honor? No one does it like she does—period.
The event, called “Her Time” was held at OMEGA House on Monday during the 2024 Paris Games, was meant to bring women’s style into the spotlight, according to a press release. As a long-time ambassador of OMEGA, the official timekeeper of the Olympics, Kidman was the guest of honor, attending alongside her daughter Sunday.
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On Nicole Kidman: Valentino Top in Light Double Splittable Gabardine ($2200) and Light Double Splittable Gabardine Midi Skirt ($3500); Charles & Keith Flor Rose-Heel Slingback Pumps ($73); Omega 34mm De Ville Prestige ($37200)
For the occasion, Kidman kept her look fairly simple as she so often does in a white, short-sleeve cropped tee by Valentino and a matching A-line skirt. She balanced out the $5,700 duo with $73 white-and-red pumps by Charles & Keith and a $37,200 rose-gold De Ville Prestige watch (casual).
Even with so much to ogle from her ensemble, I was the most smitten with her skirt, with its subtle gold hardware, voluminous shape, and retro aesthetic. With the rest of the pieces, it manages to be both classic and vintage and modern, especially since similar styles have been regulars on the runways in recent seasons, specifically by brands like Bottega Veneta, Prada, and Dior. Slips, minis, and floor-sweeping maxis, beware. A-line midis are coming for you.
Scroll down to see Kidman’s look from every angle and shop the skirt trend that’s set to dominate for the remainder of 2024 (and beyond).
(Image credit: Courtesy of Omega)
(Image credit: Courtesy of Omega)
(Image credit: Courtesy of Omega)
Shop Kidman’s look:
Valentino
Top in Light Double Splittable Gabardine
Valentino
Light Double Splittable Gabardine Midi Skirt
Charles & Keith
Flor Rose-Heel Slingback Pumps
Omega
34mm De Ville Prestige
More A-line skirts to shop:
I can’t believe that this satin A-line midi skirt is still in stock.
Madewell
Pull-On Paperbag Midi Skirt
This on-sale midi is exactly what your closet’s been craving this summer.
Reformation
Delilah Denim Midi Skirt
Now this is how you make a denim skirt elegant.
Vince
Gathered Cotton Utility Skirt
I love how airy and comfy this skirt is.
Róhe
A-Line Cotton Poplin Skirt
Maeve
Drop-Waist Poplin Skirt
Anytime I can get my hands on a drop-waist skirt or dress for less than $150, I do it.
Hutch
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I was never really a floral-print person, but this skirt is changing my mind.
If you don’t buy this skirt, I will.
Maryam Nassir Zadeh X J.Crew
Drop-Waist Skirt in Embroidered Silk Organza
I have this skirt in red and white and am already planning on buying this embroidered-silk version too.
I can already imagine the compliments the first time you wear this gorgeous midi.
Vince
Utility Pocket Cotton Skirt
Shein x Monsé
Mathilde Lhomme Asymmetrical Midi Skirt With Long Belt
I’m so here for this asymmetric hemline.
