Halle Bailey Perfected Under-the-Sea Fashion at The Little Mermaid Premiere

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on the red carpet over the years, but nothing has nailed the under-the-sea vibe quite as perfectly as the figure-skimming liquid look gown on May 8.

As the actor who plays the titular mermaid in the live-action Disney remake, Bailey clearly understands how to bring that magical underwater energy to life.The dress's metallic blue fabric recalled the glimmering reflective surface of a body of water, while the shell-shaped detailing at the bust completed the oceanic princess aesthetic.

Bailey finished the look with ice-blue eyeshadow, a bedazzled manicure, and the long auburn locs she wears in the film. For accessories, she skipped a necklace in favor of some blingy rings and statement diamond earrings that look like they could have been designed in the lost city of Atlantis.Bailey's gown is by Albanian designer Valdrin Sahiti, known for his goddess-inspired evening and bridal gowns. “Thank you [Halle Bailey] for choosing us for the world premiere of a ‘Little Mermaid.’ Means a lot to me and my team,” the designer wrote on .The live-action remake of The Little Mermaid has already made waves (get it?) for casting —and she is well-aware of the cultural impact the film has already had. “It means the world to me, especially for the beautiful babies to be able to see a reflection of themselves,” Bailey said on the red carpet, per . “I am just honored to be a part of this and be one of the princesses now because for me it was Brandi as Cinderella and then Anika Rose as Princess Tiana.

So the fact that I am getting to continue this and live on this legacy is really exciting and I’m just grateful.”By Charley RossBy Abby GardnerBy GlamourBy Elizabeth LoganMore from GlamourSee More Stories© 2023 Condé Nast.