Update, 3/5: Honestly, this is such a strange story. It seems after the thief returned Lupita Nyong'o's Oscars dress (allegedly worth $150,000)—after having it appraised and finding that the pearls were fake—Calvin Klein has decided not to pursue the case.
Law enforcement sources told TMZ that after getting the dress back, they were told by Calvin Klein reps that the company does not want to explore the case any further. Even though they gave no reason, it's pretty understandable why—they don't want to bring any more attention to the fact that they let a star actress wear fake pearls on a red carpet, believing them to be the real deal.
Case closed.
Update, 2/27: It's okay, everyone—the dress has been returned (mostly) unharmed.
In a strange turn of events, the thief brought the bespoke gown back to the London West Hollywood on Friday afternoon, TMZ reports. He said he and his accomplices had tried to sell two of the dress's 6,000 pearls but was told they were fake. So, against all logic, he stuffed it into a trash bag, went back to the scene of the crime, left it there, and called TMZ to tell them about it.
Police later recovered the gown in the second-floor bathroom, where the culprit said it would be. Could this get any more Hollywood? I think not.
Original post, 2/26: This sucks, like, really sucks. Lupita Nyong'o Oscars dress—a white Calvin Klein gown encrusted with 6,000 hand-sewn pearls—was stolen from her hotel room yesterday, reports the Daily News.
Stay In The Know
Marie Claire email subscribers get intel on fashion and beauty trends, hot-off-the-press celebrity news, and more. Sign up here.
The gown, valued at $150,000, was stolen sometime on Tuesday while Nyong'o was out of her room. The actress couldn't immediately file a police report because the dress was on loan from and property of Calvin Klein. Police are investigating the theft, sifting through the hotel's surveillance footage in order track it down. Nyong'o was traveling with a large entourage, all of whom had access into the actress's hotel room, a source told the Daily News. So far, no leads have been confirmed in the investigation. Milk boxes, fliers, Craigslist—everyone, we need to find this dress!
You should also check out:
See Every Look from the 2015 Oscars Red Carpet
Lauren Alexis Fisher is the former market editor for HarpersBAZAAR.com. While studying fashion and business at LIM College in New York, she held internships at Diane von Furstenberg, Donna Karan, College Fashionista, and Harper's BAZAAR. Lauren covers fashion news, trends, shopping, travel, celebrity style, and more for Bazaar.com. When she's not glued to her phone or laptop, she enjoys traveling, brunching, and tweeting bad jokes.
-
13 Spring Travel Essentials I'm Scooping Up for My European Vacation
Sunglasses, sneakers, and sundresses.
By Brooke Knappenberger Published
-
Amid Dire Reports About His Health, the Palace Issues a Wide-Ranging Update on King Charles
The news was accompanied by a never-before-seen photo of the King and Queen Camilla, taken the day after their 19th wedding anniversary this month.
By Rachel Burchfield Published
-
Anne Hathaway Says This ‘The Idea of You’ Sex Scene Is the “North Star” for “Cinematic Sex”
The actress said it “makes it about her pleasure.”
By Danielle Campoamor Published
-
The 78 Best Celebrity Couple Halloween Costumes of All Time
Honestly, we're impressed.
By Charlotte Chilton Published
-
22 Captivating Films About Royal Life
Once you've finished 'The Crown,' cue up one of these royally good films.
By Nicole Briese Published
-
Who Is Jonathan Owens, Simone Biles's Fiancé and NFL Player?
"The easiest yes!" Simone wrote about the couple's engagement.
By The Editors Published
-
The Best Celebrity 'Squid Game' Costumes
A handful of stars chose this year's most popular theme.
By Quinci LeGardye Published
-
Rebel Wilson Recreated an Iconic Britney Spears Look for Her New Movie
"Can you tell that I’m the biggest Britney fan!"
By Iris Goldsztajn Published
-
Taylor Swift's Lyrics Make for an *Amazing* Soap Opera, as Julianne Moore Demonstrates
The themes are right there!
By Chelsea Peng Published
-
Who Are Simone Biles's Parents? Meet Nellie and Ronald Biles
The Olympic gymnast was adopted by her biological grandparents in 2003.
By The Editors Published
-
51 Rare Photos From Princess Diana and Prince Charles' Wedding
You've probably never seen these before.
By Charlotte Chilton Published