It's hard not to reminisce on a star's first Oscars best-dressed appearance during Academy Awards season. I never expect to actually see that gown return on a 2026 red carpet—especially not Zendaya's. But on March 17, Zendaya re-wore the 11-year-old, Vivienne Westwood dress from her Oscars red carpet debut at The Drama's initial premiere in L.A.
After weeks of teasing her press tour's bridal style—and a surprise 2026 Oscars appearance— Zendaya shifted into high method gear in the déjà vu-inducing Vivienne Westwood dress. Every stark white element, from the cinched corset and off-the-shoulder sleeves to the delicate silk satin drapery looked fresh from a wedding aisle. As you might remember from the 2015 Oscars, the chiffon sleeves gathered in the back, before creating a veil-esque train.
