Chloë Sevigny has been a style icon for decades, both on and off-screen. From her NYC It-girl era in the ’90s to her recent portrayal of the 1960s socialite C.Z. Guest on Feude: Capote vs. The Swans, Sevigny will forever be the Queen of Cool. Whether she’s rocking everyday jeans or a statement look, heads are guaranteed to turn, much like they did at a recent press event celebrating the FX series in Los Angeles.
Sevigny fit in perfectly with the black-and-white theme, opting for a puffy little white dress from Renaissance Renaissance’s 2024 collection accessorized with a black hair ribbon, pointy-toe pumps, and a classic red lip, this relatively simple outfit combines pieces of the coquettish and baby doll aesthetics with a trend we did not think would ever return: the bubble hem.
Love it or hate it, bubble hemlines were everywhere in the early 2000s. Today’s iteration, however, appears to be even more voluminous—and therefore elegant—than its predecessor.
Keep scrolling to see contemporary dresses and skirts featuring bubble hemlines. Adjust the ballooning with athletic-inspired drawcord toggles, or opt for a designer interpretation with an incredible fabric fit for a summer wedding. And remember: when in doubt, the bigger the bubble, the closer to Chloë.
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On Chloe Sevigny: Renaissance Renaissance dress; Gianvito Rossi shoes
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Renaissance Renaissance
White Limi Minidress
Yes, the bubble hem takes center stage, but you’ll want to check out the exaggerated Peter Pan collar, too.
Gianvito Rossi
Pointed Toe Pump
With a 3-inch heel, these pumps are high enough to elongate the legs, but still easy enough to walk in.
Shop the Bubble Hem Trend
Paloma Wool
Globo Strapless Bubble Hem Midi Dress
This white strapless dress is the epitome of “easy breezy.”
SIMKHAI
Pfeiffer Bustier Midi Dress
A contrasting bustier gives this bubble hem dress a more contemporary feel.
The Line by K
Birch Bubble Dress
A bubble hemline with a racerback? We’re intrigued.
An everyday black dress that’s just a bit more eye-catching than the others.
Sea
Evelyn Windbreaker Mini Bubble Skirt
The windbreaker fabric makes this bubble skirt appear to be extra cloud-like.
Juun. J
Essential Side Cutout Crinkle Dress
Lady in red emoji, bubble skirt edition.
Ruffles give this bubble dress an exaggerated ethereal appearance.
Save this designer dress for your next black-tie affair.
Kika Vargas
Tatiana Dress
An empire waist adds drama to this already voluminous gown.
Reformation
Delia Linen Dress
A bubble dress in breathable linen? That definitely didn’t exist in the 2000s.
STAUD
Loren Ruched Bubble Hem Taffeta Dress
Taffeta fabric gives this babydoll silhouette an age-appropriate update.
Lovers and Friends
Rocky Mini Dress
The only thing bigger than one bubble hem? Two, obviously.
It’s giving major bridal outfit change vibes.
Elexiay
Lagos Asymmetric One-Shoulder Mixed Media Dress
Double down on trends with this a-symmetric single shoulder dress.
Stella McCartney
Cape Sleeve Bubble Hem Satin Dress
We’re ready to float away!
