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Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Why Sydney Sweeney Paid Tribute to Kim Novak at the 2025 Met Gala in a Custom Miu Miu Dress
Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Yahoo is using AI to generate takeaways from this article. This means the info may not always match what's in the article. Reporting mistakes helps us improve the experience. Generate Key Takeaways Sydney Sweeney brought method dressing to the 2025 Met Gala red carpet on Monday. The actress wore a custom Miu Miu gown made of a black sequined fabric, featuring a modest train, short sleeves with fringe detailing on one side, and a distinctive asymmetric cutout at the chest. Sydney Sweeney Styled by her longtime collaborator Molly Dickson, the actress was paying homage to Hollywood star Kim Novak, famously known for starring in Alfred Hitchcock's 1958 psychological thriller 'Vertigo.' Novak wore a similar dress in 'The Legend of Lylah Clare' from 1967. More from WWD Kim Novak in 'The Legend of Lylah Clare' (1967). Sweeney is set to portray Novak in the upcoming film 'Scandalous.' This film, which will mark Colman Domingo's debut as a director, explores the 1957 romantic affair between Kim Novak and Rat Pack singer Sammy Davis Jr. Their interracial relationship faced heavy criticism and threats from studio executives then. Sydney Sweeney Domingo is notably this year's Met Gala cochair. The actor arrived on the red carpet almost at the same time as Sweeney, wearing a Valentino look inspired by the late journalist André Leon Talley. Styled by hairstylist Glen Oropeza, Sweeney wore her hair pulled back in a tight updo, with face-framing baby curls and dramatic eye makeup. For accessories, she opted for several rings on her fingers. Sydney Sweeney The 2025 Met Gala, held Monday at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features the theme 'Superfine: Tailoring Black Style.' The event highlights Black dandyism and menswear, with a 'Tailored for You' dress code. Cochairs include Colman Domingo, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky, Pharrell Williams and Anna Wintour. View Gallery Launch Gallery: Met Gala 2025 Red Carpet Arrivals Photos, Live Updates Best of WWD Sign up for WWD's Newsletter. For the latest news, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
Met Gala 2025: Sydney Sweeney stuns in Kim Novak-inspired look
Sydney Sweeney honored Hollywood actress Kim Novak on the Met Gala carpet Monday night. The "Euphoria" and "Anyone But You" star stunned in a black beaded gown by Miu Miu Sweeney's dress, which was similar to one Novak wore in the 1968 film "The Legend of Lylah Clare," had fringe tassels on the sleeves and a peekaboo neckline accented with a gold brooch. Both dresses feature similar necklines and figure-hugging silhouettes. Sweeney shared a black-and-white photo of Novak in the gown on her Instagram story ahead of the Met Gala. This year's Met Gala marked Sweeney's fourth time attending the event. She said on the carpet that it's her third time attending the event with Miu Miu. "This is actually paying homage to Kim Novak, and I'm doing a movie with Colman Domingo, so we wanted to really just bring that to life," she said, speaking with Vogue. Sweeney and Domingo are currently working together on the film "Scandalous," which follows the real-life short-lived relationship between Novak and singer and actor Sammy Davis Jr. Sweeney is slated to portray Novak in the upcoming project, which will mark Domingo's directorial debut. Novak's dress was also featured in the 1937 film, "The Bride Wore Red." Actress Joan Crawford wore a red version gown in that film.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Scandalous Foods raises Rs 2 crore in ongoing seed+ funding led by New Age India Fund
Scandalous Foods has secured Rs 2 crore in an ongoing seed+ funding round. The capital will be strategically invested in expanding production capacity and strengthening its SME HoReCa (Hotels, Restaurants, and Catering) distribution network, fueling the company's next phase of growth. With 50 percent of the funds allocated to scaling production, Scandalous Foods is gearing up to meet the rising demand that has driven consistent month-on-month growth. The remaining 50 percent will focus on expansion efforts, with 30 percent dedicated to building a robust SME HoReCa distribution network—targeting smaller restaurant chains with fewer than five outlets—and 20 percent directed toward online and offline marketing initiatives, stated a release issued by the company. "At Scandalous Foods, we're not just selling Indian sweets —we're working towards becoming the biggest mithaiwala in the unplanned post meal impulse purchase space. This funding is a massive leap forward in our journey to make our sweets a staple in restaurants and catering menus across India. With bigger production, a stronger distribution network, and new products in the pipeline, we're gearing up to bring our bold, delicious creations to even more people. The love we've received so far has been incredible, and this is just the beginning! Also, we truly appreciate the promptness and professionalism shown by New Age India Fund in transferring the funds. It's a great start to what we believe will be a strong and supportive partnership.' said Sanket S ., co-founder of Scandalous Foods. The company has experienced 7x growth in calendar year 2024, selling over 2 million cups of Indian sweets across nine cities. With a reach of nearly one million unique consumers through its 27 B2B clients and 1,500+ distribution points, Scandalous Foods is quickly becoming a go-to name in the industry, the release added. Avinash Kalia , chief investment officer, New Age India Fund explained 'At our fund, we actively seek out founders with the vision and capability to execute and scale in unique, high-potential niches. Sanket and the team behind Scandalous exemplify this perfectly. With prior experience in the food industry, they've identified a compelling niche and are poised to capitalize on it. Sanket is a driven entrepreneur with a clear roadmap for where Scandalous is headed, and his infectious enthusiasm makes it easy to believe in that vision. We're excited to partner with them on this journey.' Beyond scaling its footprint, the brand is introducing 2-3 new products and expanding into new sub-channels within existing markets. Initially focused on key account HoReCa clients, Scandalous Foods will now target SME HoReCa and caterers, further strengthening its presence in India's evolving F&B landscape, said the release. Looking ahead, the company is focused on achieving INR 20 crore+ revenue within the next year, while also preparing to expand into the Middle East by 2026. Additionally, Scandalous Foods will introduce branded Indian sweets under its B2B2C label, FAAD, within the HoReCa channel, reinforcing its long-term vision for growth, it added.
