Penelope Cruz in butter yellow at Bunker premiere

Penelope Cruz attended the BFI London Film Festival in a custom-made light yellow long dress by Chanel, marking a departure from the brand's traditional black-dominated aesthetic. She presented the thriller Bunker, directed by Florian Zeller, alongside Javier Bardem.

Chanel’s historical jewelry references

Cruz’s jewelry included earrings and a ring inspired by Gabrielle Chanel’s 1932 Diamond Jewelry Collection, a significant moment in the house’s history. The design featured a tied ribbon motif, linking her look to Chanel’s archival designs.

Floral influences in the dress design

The dress incorporated floral elements that reflect Matthieu Blazy’s creative direction for Chanel. The design included embroidered flowers in white, pink, coral, and lemon, echoing Blazy’s spring-summer 2026 collection, where crumpled camellias appeared on silk garments.

Dress details and style

The butter yellow lace dress featured delicate embroidery on wide straps and a rounded neckline, with flowers scattered across the skirt to the hem. The tailored cut avoided a train, emphasizing a bouquet palette over a traditional ball gown look.

Contrast with usual red carpet choices

Cruz’s appearance stood out against the typical dark outfits worn by celebrities at red carpets. Her choice of butter yellow highlighted a softer, more colorful aesthetic, diverging from the dominant black tones often seen at Chanel events.