All eyes were on Jenna Ortega at the 2025 InStyle Imagemaker Awards, where the Wednesday star arrived in a jaw-dropping AMIRI Spring–Summer 2026 Look 47 Sequin Slit Maxi Dress. The sheer, lilac-toned gown, adorned with cascading sequins and featuring a daring thigh-high slit, captured the perfect balance of youthful edge and timeless Hollywood glamour.
Held on October 23 at a private residence in Los Angeles, the annual InStyle Imagemaker Awards celebrates the behind-the-scenes creatives shaping pop culture — from stylists and makeup artists to hairstylists and image architects. This year’s event drew a dazzling guest list including George Clooney, Adam Sandler, Kerry Washington, Elizabeth Olsen, Jessica Biel, and Brittany Snow.
The night’s most emotional moment came when Ortega took the stage to honor her longtime stylist Enrique Melendez, recipient of the Future of Fashion Award. Through tears, Ortega described Melendez as more than a collaborator, but family. “Enrique was one of the first people who ever made me feel seen or heard,” she said. “You’ve grown and shaped me in the most beautiful ways. You’re my big brother.”
Ortega’s exquisite AMIRI gown, shimmering under the lights as she delivered her heartfelt tribute — symbolized the creative bond she shared with Melendez and the confidence that has defined her style evolution. The look also underscored AMIRI’s continued rise as a red-carpet favorite, bridging the gap between high fashion and Hollywood’s new generation of icons.
As Clooney and Sandler offered laughs while presenting Laura Dern with the Woman of Impact Award and other stars toasted their glam teams, Ortega’s moment stood apart — proof that sometimes, the most powerful fashion statements come not just from couture, but from connection.
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