CelebsThreads Exclusive Sydney had the sheer. Kate had the smolder.

While Sydney Sweeney was busy freeing the nipple in chainmail, Kate Hudson rolled up to Variety’s Power of Women 2025 in a black velvet off-shoulder gown that screamed “I’ve been iconic since 2003 — and I’m not done.”

One shoulder down. Liquid drape. Waist cinched like a 1940s siren.
And when she hugged Sydney? The internet crowned them co-queens.

Here’s the gown, the glow, the gossip, and how to dupe it under $50.

The Gown That Owned the Night

Designer: Monique Lhuillier (custom)
Details: Black stretch velvet that hugs like a second skin, asymmetric off-shoulder neckline, mermaid silhouette with a subtle train, hidden corset so she could breathe.
Paired with: Old Hollywood waves, emerald drop earrings, barely-there sandals.

Price Tag: $115,000+

Kate’s Quote:

“Velvet is forgiving — until the flashbulbs hit. Then it’s brutal.”

The Viral Sydney-Kate Hug

The Moment (TMZ clip): Sydney in sheer silver. Kate in black velvet. Slow-motion hug. Kate whispers: “You’re killing it, babe.”

Internet:

• #KateSydneySupremacy – 1.8M posts

• “Yin and yang of red carpet slay.”

Kate’s Power Speech (That Made Jamie Lee Curtis Cry)

Onstage, Kate honored single moms:

“I raised my kids alone for years. Strength isn’t loud — it’s packing lunches at 3AM.”

Key Line:

“To every mom juggling three jobs and a dream — this is for you.”

Crowd: Standing ovation. Wanda Sykes yelled: “Preach!”

Red Carpet Side-by-Side: Kate vs. Sydney

Kate Hudson: Black velvet off-shoulder — timeless siren. Gossip: “She hugged Sydney like a big sis.”

Sydney Sweeney: Sheer silver chainmail — fearless bombshell. Gossip: “Kate told her: ‘Own the room.’”

Winner? Tie. The internet can’t choose.

Steal Kate’s Velvet Vibe: Dupes Under $50

Old Hollywood on a new-gen budget.

Velvet Off-Shoulder Gown: Amazon Black Mermaid Maxi – $36
Emerald Earrings: Shein Green Drops – $6
Hollywood Waves: TRESemmé Heat Protectant – $8
Strappy Sandals: Target Black Heels – $25

Total Kate Glow: $75

Pro Tip: Steam the velvet inside out — no shine lines.

The Gossip Still Spilling

2. Kate’s gown had a built-in mic pack — no visible bulge. Genius.

3. She FaceTimed her kids from the carpet: “Mommy’s wearing a princess dress!”

4. Sydney asked Kate for mom advice backstage. Iconic mentorship loading.