Eva Longoria recently opened up about a fashion regret from her early career, revealing that she once wore a $39 dress to the prestigious Cannes Film Festival.
The actress shared that, at the time, she didn’t fully understand the significance of the red carpet, especially considering she was still new to the spotlight.
The $39 Dress That Stole the Spotlight
It was 2005 when Longoria made her first appearance at Cannes, and instead of donning haute couture, she picked up a simple gold knit dress from a store on Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles.
She recalls the moment vividly, saying, “It looked amazing and people were like, ‘Who are you wearing?’ and I thought, why are they asking me that?” At the time, Eva didn’t realize the gravity of the event and was simply focused on finding something to wear.
As a L’Oreal ambassador at the time, the gold dress caught the attention of the brand, who even offered to style her for her next red carpet appearance.
Eva humorously adds, “Even L’Oreal were like, ‘Maybe next time we’ll style you.’” Looking back, she admits that she didn’t quite grasp the magnitude of the Cannes red carpet at the time.
Eva’s Approach to Fashion: Classic Styles Over Trends
Eva also shared her personal fashion philosophy in the interview, revealing that she’s never been a fan of fleeting trends.
She prefers classic styles that are both stylish and comfortable. Longoria admitted that her close friend, Victoria Beckham, has always been her style icon.
She even joked, saying, “I aspire to be like her one day, and I never will,” referring to Victoria’s signature polished and sophisticated look.
How Laura Bush Helped Put ‘Desperate Housewives’ on the Map
In addition to her fashion reflections, Eva also talked about how “Desperate Housewives” changed her life.
Eva, who portrayed Gabrielle Solis from 2004 to 2012, credited Laura Bush with playing a pivotal role in the show’s early success.
On the ‘Today’ show, Jenna Bush Hager recalled how her mother made a joke about the show at the 2005 White House Correspondents’ Dinner.
Eva chuckled, admitting, “Yes, your mom put us on the map!” referring to a joke Laura Bush made during the dinner, when she called herself the “ultimate desperate housewife.”
This comment helped bring widespread attention to the show, marking a major moment for its cultural relevance.
Desperate Housewives’ Global Success Took Eva by Surprise
Eva also shared a humorous anecdote about how she was initially taken aback by the global popularity of the show.
She recalled her first visit to London, where she was surprised to see a crowd of people waiting for her outside the hotel.
Thinking that some big celebrity like Bono must be in town, she was shocked to find out that the fans were actually there for her.
Longoria admitted that at the time, she didn’t fully understand the global reach of “Desperate Housewives,” especially during an era when streaming services weren’t as prevalent.
Eva Longoria’s candid reflections on her early days in the industry reveal her growth not just as an actress but as someone who has learned to navigate the high-profile world of red carpets and international fame with grace.