Gillian Anderson has made a striking appearance walking in L'Oréal's Le Défilé runway during Paris Fashion Week alongside a diverse range of celebrities in a reflective silver and black chain-patterned gown.
With the current autumn/winter fashion trends 2025 leaning into statement prints and graphic detailing, Gillian's dress feels especially relevant. Featuring an interlocking chain motif in metallic silver, if you're looking to make a statement this season, we'd recommend taking inspiration from Anderson's runway attire.
The gown itself featured a slim-strap design and a fitted, figure-hugging bodice. The chain pattern fell into a long, A-line skirt that finishes at ankle length, and the look is finished with back open-toe heels.
Chain prints first rose in popularity in the 70s when luxury fashion houses like Versace and Hermès embraced the print as a symbol of status. However, this interpretation of the pattern feels bold and undeniably modern.
Although Gillian's silver and black gown fits an occasionwear dress code, chain-printed dresses come in all sorts of variations that are suitable for smart casual outfit ideas too. And if you want to make a statement whilst feeling sophisticated, this classic print comes in a range of colours and cuts.
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Featuring Hobbs' interlocking monogram print, this midi shirt dress will work effortlessly from the office well into the weekend. Style with earthy brown tones or go simple with black accessories.
This dress features an all-over chain motif that makes it an elegant choice for everyday styling. It's relaxed silhouette also make it one of the most stylish dresses to hide a tummy as it gently skims your shape.
There is something so sophisticated about this crepe shirt dress. It has a belted waist to enhance your silhouette, and the chain-inspired print comes in an earthy gold and black colour palette that's perfect for autumn.
Designed with a classic gold chain print, this dress will slip seamlessly into your autumn capsule wardrobe. It features a classic collar, an elegant button-down front and a patch pockets.
If you're looking for a quick and failsafe way to elevate your favourite dresses, a pair of strappy heels is your answer. A style you can turn to time and time again, a black high heel is a capsule wardrobe must-have.
Offering an affordable and stylish way to elevate your occasionwear, these strappy heels are a no-brainer, especially with Amazon Big Deals Day just around the corner.
Anderson was joined at the show by fellow British actress Helen Mirren alongside a star-studded list of models, including Eva Longoria, Viola Davis and Andie McDowell, at the Paris Fashion Week show.
Reworking the chain motif into your everyday autumn outfit ideas aligns with this season's love of statement prints and brings a touch of vintage glamour to your attire. Whether you wear a chain-print dress underneath a tailored blazer styled with knee-high boots or paired back with a denim jacket, this is the print to invest in right now.
