Dubbed the “Persephone” online, the 12-year-old’s “rose shadow strapless corset maxi dress” is designed by London-based fashion company House of CB.
The $280.88 (£219) ankle-length garment is inspired by the Grecian Goddess of the Underworld and is made from luxe satin and stretch-crepe fabric.
Standout features of the gown include its sculpted and fitted bodice, peaked neckline, and draped detailing. The lower half of the garment showcases a wrap-around silky skirt that begins at the hips and elongates toward the floor, “creating a silhouette that’s nothing short of ethereal.”
The pastel pink column gown is also easy to slip on and off, with its barely visible zip sewn into the back of the dress.
Many felt that the young performer, who was born in January 2012 in New York via a scheduled C-section, looked too mature for her age. “Too much for 12,” opined an Instagrammer, while another echoed, “This dress is not for kids.”
Meanwhile, a netizen who complimented the dress but still found it to be too much for Blue Ivy stated, “It’s cute but not age appropriate for a 12 year old [sic].”
Blue Ivy Carter at the 66th Grammy Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 4, 2024 | Source: Getty Images
“She looks so grown up, wasn’t she just born like yesterday? 🔥🔥❤️,” marveled another user. Bringing Blue Ivy’s famous mother, Beyoncé, into the mix, a user on X penned, “She looks older than Beyonce already.” However, a fan gushed, “Omg she’s so tall and pretty. Just like her mother 😍😍.”
Blue Ivy Carter and Beyoncé Knowles-Carter performing during Beyoncé’s “Renaissance World Tour” in Atlanta, Georgia on August 11, 2023
Joining Blue Ivy at the glamorous “Wicked” premiere were an array of other celebrities. Co-stars Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo, who play main characters Glinda and Elphaba, respectively, shined bright at the event in their gorgeous ensembles.
Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande at the Los Angeles premiere of “Wicked” in California on November 9, 2024
Meanwhile, the “Harriet” actress stunned in a striking green latex dress that featured cutouts by her midriff and the sides of her body. She paired the chic avant-garde garment with a floor-length fringe wrap that sat on her arms and enveloped her dress. Cynthia also elevated her ensemble with stunning silver jewelry.
The original Glinda and Elphaba, a.k.a. famous actresses Kristin Chenoweth and Idina Menzel, were also at the premiere, looking beautiful in their gold and black gowns, respectively.
Other Hollywood stars in attendance included “Wicked” stars Jonathan Bailey, Jeff Goldblum, and Michelle Yeoh.
“Wicked” tells the story of a friendship shared between Elphaba, who is misunderstood because of her green-colored skin, and Glinda, who is a popular girl.
