SIMONE BILES stole the show at the ESPY red carpet earlier this week.
The record-breaking Olympic gymnast wore a figure-hugging open-back dress for Wednesday’s glam event at The Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles.
Simone Biles stunned at the ESPY awards earlier this week[/caption]
Biles wore a dazzling blue outfit[/caption]
It was fitted with hundreds on hand-stitched beads[/caption]
She shared the red carpet with husband Jonathan Owens[/caption]
Biles also picked up two awards[/caption]
Her gown, a custom-made Athleta by Zac Posen, glistened in a dazzling royal blue color, possibly inspired by her striking outfits previously seen during Olympic games.
Bazaar report these came from the use of hundreds of small light bugle beads that covered it all over.
And it was some undertaking, with more than 25 artists needing over 1,000 hours to hand stitch them all on.
Biles attended the event alongside her husband and NFL star Jonathan Owens.
The pair were seen walking the red carpet together, with Owens seen pairing a white blazer with a black undershirt and trousers.
At one stage, the chivalrous Owen was even seen fixing her dress so it wouldn’t catch on her heels.
The couple, who have been dating since 2020, even shared a kiss in front of the cameras on the red carpet.
Speaking about the design of the bespoke outfit Biles wore, Posen said: “For this piece, I wanted to create something that speaks to her power, her movement, and her identity.
“Using Athleta’s performance fabric allowed me to explore a new kind of couture—one that marries functionality with elegance.”
Biles was also thrilled over the result of it, saying: “Working with Zac Posen on this dress was such a special experience.
“It was our first time collaborating, and I loved how we each brought something unique to the table.”
Biles’ night was not just about her stunning look either, but also to pick up some silverware.
The 28-year-old took home two ESPYS: best championship performance for her all-around win at the Paris Olympics and best athlete – women’s sports.
Backstage, Biles admitted she was surprised by the awards, and even claimed standing on stage to make a speech was “nerve-racking”, despite having won seven gold medals in front of the world at the Olympics.
She told Good Morning America: “It was very unexpected tonight, because the athletes in this room are absolutely phenomenal, and they’re raising the bar each and every year…
“It’s definitely not like performing.
“I’d rather do a million beam routines in a row than to be up there and giving a speech.”
