So, I got roped into one of those fancy events a while back. You know the type – everyone dressed to the nines, and I’m usually the one feeling like I grabbed something from the back of my closet. This time, though, I thought I’d make an effort. Which, of course, led to the great online rabbit hole of “what on earth do people wear to these things?”
Naturally, I started clicking through endless pictures of celebrities on red carpets. Most of it, let’s be honest, is just wild. Stuff that looks like it needs its own security detail, or that you couldn’t possibly sit down in. I wasn’t looking for a costume, just something, you know, decent. And then I started thinking about athletes. Sometimes they have a more grounded style, I guess.
My Little Deep Dive
That’s when I landed on a bunch of photos of Simone Biles. Now, here’s someone I admire, big time. What she’s done in gymnastics is just incredible. So, seeing her on the red carpet, it’s a whole different arena, isn’t it? It’s interesting to see how that power and grace translate into fashion choices. Sometimes it’s a hit, sometimes, well, it’s fashion. It’s a tough game, that red carpet scene.
I remember scrolling through and seeing some looks that were just stunning on her, really captured her spirit. Then there were others where you kind of tilt your head and go, “Hmm, okay.” But that’s the thing with these events, isn’t it? So much pressure, so many opinions, stylists pulling in different directions. I often wonder if the person wearing the outfit actually feels good in it, or if it’s all about the “statement” the designer wants to make.
It reminds me of this one time, years ago, for my sister’s wedding. My aunt, bless her heart, had this… elaborate dress picked out for me. I mean, ruffles on ruffles. I felt like a parade float. I just couldn’t do it. I ended up wearing something much simpler that I actually liked, and yeah, it caused a little bit of a fuss with her, but I felt like myself. That’s what matters, right?
So, looking at Simone Biles on the red carpet, it’s a journey. You see her evolve. But what I really notice is her confidence. Even if a particular dress isn’t my personal favorite, she carries it with this poise. She owns it. And that’s something, because a lot of people out there just look like they’re being worn by the clothes, not the other way around. It’s not just about the fabric and the cut; it’s about the person shining through. That was my big takeaway after hours of supposedly looking for outfit inspiration. Ended up wearing something I already had, by the way. Much less stressful.
