Los Angeles played host to an extravagant celebration over the weekend as Hollywood A-lister Kate Beckinsale adorned herself in a bejeweled mini dress to fete Leonardo DiCaprio’s 49th birthday. The star-studded affair saw Beckinsale steal the spotlight in a black frock, accentuated by a striking blue gemstone cinched at her waist, creating a captivating ensemble that quickly became a sensation across the Internet.
The buzz surrounding Beckinsale’s attire sparked speculation about the inspiration behind the gemstone, prompting the question: Is it a blue diamond or a blue sapphire? While the former could be seen as a playful homage to the iconic heart-shaped blue diamond from DiCaprio’s blockbuster film “Titanic,” famously worn by another Kate in his life, the latter draws a connection to Beckinsale’s role as Ava Gardner in “The Aviator.” In the film, she asserts her independence with a square-cut blue sapphire necklace, adding a layer of personal significance to her birthday celebration attire.
Contrary to expectations, Beckinsale’s show-stopping piece was not a bespoke creation for the occasion. Instead, it hailed directly from The Blonds Fall-Winter 2023 collection, unveiled during New York Fashion Week in February. The collection, inspired by cinematic gems like “Valley of the Dolls” and the glamorous jewelry donned by legends such as Elizabeth Taylor, showcased an exuberant celebration of Hollywood’s allure. The designs featured sculptural corsets, velvet gowns, and sequined party dresses adorned with oversized gemstone motifs.
Beckinsale complemented her ultra-mini ensemble with black tights, a nod to the pantsless trend, considering the runway version was slightly shorter and presented as a top. The look was further elevated by sky-high reflective platform heels and a bold black hair bow.
The star-studded birthday bash, held in Beverly Hills, boasted an impressive guest list, including luminaries like Beyoncé, Jay-Z, Salma Hayek, Kim Kardashian, Zoë Kravitz, and Channing Tatum. However, none rivaled Beckinsale in delivering a chic sartorial Easter egg, making her attire the dazzling highlight of the night.
