Yesterday in Kyoto, Sonam Kapoor embraced Japanese influences in a Dior ensemble

Midi skirts—first popularised by Christian Dior—have become a mainstay in occasionwear today. Case in point: Sonam Kapoor’s latest look from Japan. But before we break down what she wore, let’s rewind.

It all goes back to the designer’s 1947 ‘New Look’ collection, where he introduced mid-calf-length skirts with cinched waists after WWII, promoting a return to ultra-feminine silhouettes. Clearly, the garment has stood the test of time. Yesterday in Kyoto, Sonam Kapoor, the brand’s global ambassador, opted for a structured black belted jacket with a high collar and button-down front, cinched at the waist, layered over a crisp white shirt and a black midi pencil skirt. A white Lady Dior bag added contrast, and black stilettos completed the look.

Another highlight was her hair and makeup, which subtly nodded to Japanese influences with their clean lines and sculptural form. The Aisha actor opted for a sleek, centre-parted low bun, accessorised with a statement hairpin featuring a circular metallic design and stick pin element. For makeup, she chose a winged liner, softly contoured blush pink cheeks, and a pink-rose lip.

Since her announcement as the brand’s ambassador, she has worn various ensembles from the French maison. At their Paris Fashion Week show, Kapoor embraced a monochromatic look featuring a sheer, fluid dress from Dior’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection. She paired it with a faux fur coat from the Resort 2025 collection. Her bijoux were white and black—pearl earrings and a black gajra in her hair. Her trusted black Lady Dior bag tied her look together.