Cara Delevingne’s Dress Mishap at the Academy Museum Gala: The Untold Story
Cara Delevingne stunned at the Academy Museum Gala 2025 in a dazzling gown by Tamara Ralph Couture.
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The curtain has drawn on the spectacular Academy Museum Gala 2025 red carpet!
Recently, Cara Delevingne posted an insightful “gala dump” on her Instagram, sharing candid moments from the glamorous Oct. 18 event in Los Angeles. In her post, she opened up about the behind-the-scenes efforts that go into achieving the perfect camera-ready look.
At the star-studded event, Delevingne, 33, wore a gorgeous, sparkling Tamara Ralph Couture gown that looked stunning on the carpet.
The silver halter dress featured floral details from Tamara Ralph’s Spring 2025 couture collection.
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A mishap occurred when the gown ripped just before her walk, but stylist John Mumblo quickly stepped in to fix it.
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Unfortunately, the gown suffered a tear moments prior to Delevingne’s appearance. Thankfully, stylist John Mumblo whipped out a sewing kit just in time to save the day.
“Scroll through to reveal the truth behind the glitz and glamour,” Delevingne humorously captioned her post.
A short video showcased the model going barefoot on the pavement, with toe separators still on, while Mumblo kneeled to stitch up her dress en route to the event.
Fans were captivated by Delevingne’s makeup, noticing changes to her signature bold brows.
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The gown elegantly showcased Delevingne’s array of tattoos.
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While many viewers praised her soft makeup and lovely lips, the incident with the dress—and Mumblo’s calm demeanor—caught the attention of many.
Upon closer analysis, the results of the stylist’s quick fix were evident in the evening’s photos. Despite the mishap, the beauty of the floral-embellished gown remained intact, as did Delevingne’s vibrant spirit.
Curious about the secrets behind all the glitz and glamour?
In reality, there aren’t any easy tricks. It’s all about talent and meticulous planning.
A video posted by Delevingne showed the tear in her dress captured in detail.
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John Mumblo’s quick repair is cleverly masked just by the gown’s eye-catching slit.
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A huge shoutout is warranted to everyone behind the scenes, as their hard work makes these picture-perfect moments come to life.
It’s rewarding to recognize that Delevingne appreciates all those efforts, too.
What are your thoughts on the behind-the-scenes work that supports these glamorous moments?
