The actress honors her late ex-partner and mother with a striking navy blue velvet dress and sentimental jewelry at this year’s Oscars.
Isabella Rossellini made a poignant appearance at the 2025 Oscars, where she donned a striking navy blue velvet dress that paid tribute to her late ex-partner, filmmaker David Lynch. The 71-year-old actress chose this elegant outfit not merely to embrace current fashion trends or make a bold statement but as a heartfelt homage to Lynch, who passed away on January 16, 2025, in Los Angeles. The couple had a significant relationship from the mid-1980s to 1991, during which time they collaborated on the acclaimed film “Blue Velvet,” a project that played a crucial role in both their careers.
The dress itself, crafted by the luxury brand Dolce & Gabbana, draws inspiration from a long blue velvet robe worn by Rossellini in “Blue Velvet.” She mirrors a look from 1987 when she attended the Oscars alongside Lynch, showcasing both nostalgia and a deep personal connection to the cinematic history they shared.
In addition to honoring Lynch, Rossellini also paid tribute to her late mother, Ingrid Bergman, a legendary figure in Hollywood history. For the ceremony, she adorned her ensemble with exquisite jewelry, including a sapphire necklace from Bvlgari and diamond earrings that belonged to Bergman. These earrings, once worn by her mother in the film “I Want to Live,” hold significant sentimental value as Bergman, who was also Rossellini’s mother, famously wore them at the 1979 Oscars during her nomination for “Murder on the Orient Express.”
The emotional depth of Rossellini’s appearance was further accentuated by her choice to appear alongside actress Laura Dern, another prominent muse for Lynch, with whom Rossellini shared screen time in the cult classic “Wild at Heart.” Dern’s presence on the red carpet served to highlight the connections between the various artists who have collaborated with Lynch over the years.
All these elements combined to create a powerful image of remembrance and respect, marking Rossellini’s appearance at the Oscars not just as a moment of fashion but as a tribute to the enduring legacies of both Lynch and Bergman. As the night unfolded, Rossellini’s look stood out amidst an array of glamour, encapsulating a rich personal narrative steeped in cinema history.
Source: Noah Wire Services
