Jennifer Lopez made headlines when she channeled Queen Charlotte in an opulent bespoke gold Victorian-style gown for her 55th birthday party in the Hamptons. Designed by fashion designer Manish Malhotra, the custom couture corseted gown featured a hoop skirt and vintage brocade that took 40 artisans over 3,490 hours to create. The corset and Victorian skirt showcased a floral motif hand-molded from sequins and over half a million crystals.
The elaborate ensemble was a celebration of intricate artistry and Indian craftsmanship, with petal and ring-shaped metal sequins specially treated to preserve their hue. Lopez completed her baroque-inspired look with towering gold platform heels, an intricate updo topped with a tiara, and elegant jewelry, including a gold heart pendant, diamond stud earrings, and pearl bracelets.
The grand outfit not only paid homage to the “Bridgerton” character Queen Charlotte but also reflected Lopez’s milestone birthday celebration. The singer later changed into another intricate outfit, opting for a green off-the-shoulder gown with a long train. She shared a video from her birthday ball on Instagram, captioning it with a quote from the Netflix show and expressing that a splendid evening was had by all.
During the fête, Lopez was seated on a throne and treated her guests to a song performance. She was presented with a five-tier birthday cake and enjoyed a string quartet performance and authentic Victorian-style dance. Notably, Lopez’s mother, Guadalupe Rodríguez, also dressed on-theme for the event in a light-blue lace ballgown.
On her actual birthday, Lopez took to Instagram to thank her fans for their birthday wishes and love. She expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support and love from her fans all over the world. Lopez acknowledged her fans for being there in both good times and tough times, expressing appreciation for their caring, understanding, loyalty, and most importantly, their love.
Despite the lavish birthday festivities, Lopez’s husband, Ben Affleck, was notably absent from the celebration amid rumors of their separation since March and speculation about an impending divorce. The couple’s relationship status has been under scrutiny, adding a layer of complexity to Lopez’s milestone birthday celebration.