Emma Watson Yellow Dress

Belle's yellow ballgown is arguably one of the most recognizable pieces of wardrobe in movie history, even if it's animated. So when Emma Watson took on the iconic Disney role, she wanted to make sure its accompanying signature costume was nothing short of perfect. (Yes, the actress had a say in how the dress was made.)

. To Watson, the importance of the dress lies in the scene that made it popular: the Tale as Old as Time dance.

The scene that I wear that dress in, and I have that dance in, it really tells the story of Beast and Belle falling in love. You know, we don't have a huge amount of time in the story to tell that story. The dance, for me, is really where the audience starts to see it happening and starts knowing that it is happening, she said.

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The dress, and the dancing, and the candlelight, and the music — it was really fun to work on every aspect of that, she added.

The fabric: Before building the dress, Durran had to find the right shade of yellow, which meant camera-testing multiple fabrics for the perfect match. They ended up choosing an organza that's made of silk but with a satin finish, so it's not too transparent.

The volume: Yes, Watson had to wear a cage beneath that voluminous skirt, but only under parts of it. Durran said most of the lift comes from layers of organza so it feels lighter.

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The shoes: Watson isn't playing Cinderella, but her footwear is nonetheless delicate. The new Belle wears 18th century heeled shoes hand-painted with golden flowers—but they're still comfortable enough to run in.

The corset (or lack thereof): Since Watson's Belle is an active princess, Durran skipped the corset since it constricts a lot of movement. The dress had to be light and moveable.

The feathers: If you look closely, there are feathered accents in Belle's gown. A few are even tied into her locks as a hair accessory.

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The gold: As the final touch, gold leaf and glitter were painted on to the dress to mimic the gilded design on the ballroom floor.

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Emma Watson's press tour for the new Beauty and the Beast remake has been an opportunity for the actress to wow on the red carpet in gorgeous gowns and pantsuit ensembles. To help document her new outfits, Watson launched an Instagram account which details each item of clothing and its source. The idea was to promote eco-friendly designers and materials, as well as local jewelers and sustainable make-up products.

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In one post, Watson shared photos of a stunning yellow dress she wore for a special Beauty and the Beast screening done forThe New YorkFilm Society For Kids.

A closer look at the making of the custom @dior light yellow organza dress and cape worn at the @beautyandthebeast premier in New York City. The piece was created in Dior ateliers by Maria Grazia Chiuri and crafted from certified organic silk 💚 A post shared by The Press Tour (@the_press_tour) on Mar 20, 2017 at 4:18am PDTMar 20, 2017 at 4:18am PDT

After meeting with Emma Watson, [Maria Grazia Chiuri] and the actress decided to create a dress inspired by the emblematic yellow gown worn by Belle in the 'Beauty and the Beast' movie, the Dior post said.Get an exclusive peak at the origin and the making of this unique creation in the legendary Dior couture ateliers in Paris.

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Emma, she's very important for the new generation of women, Dior's designer Maria Grazia Chiuri said. She is a good example. I really respect her a lot.

The dress also had a cape-like cover up that Watson could wear, emulating Belle even more, but she didn't wear that piece when she was onstage for the screening.

To learn more about Watson's recent outfits and their sustainable origins, check out The Press Tour Instagram account.The new Beauty and the Beast remake is in theaters now, and though Watson's Belle makes some big changes from the original character, the one thing they definitely have in common is an excellent taste in dresses.‘Beauty and the Beast’ star Emma Watson channeled Belle in a yellow gown at a special event with the New York Film Society for Kids on Monday, March 13, in NYC. Jamie McCarthy/Getty

How Emma Watson's Dior Yellow Dress Was Made

Finally! After stepping out in a whole lineup of stunning, ecofriendly styles on her Beauty and the Beast press tour, Emma Watson finally served Us the moment we’ve all been waiting for: an honest-to-goodness, red-carpet Belle dress.

The Harry Potter alum, 26, channeled the beloved fairy-tale character she’s bringing to life in the live-action film by wearing a sunshine yellow Dior Haute Couture slip dress for a special event with the New York Film Society for Kids on Monday, March 13, at Lincoln Center, where she met with her littlest fans. She paired the dress with an understated chain necklace and bracelet, and a romantic, loosely wound updo.

The Dior frock was a modern take on the one Watson wears in the film, which, like her cartoon predecessor’s, features a fitted bodice and a tiered skirt. However, for the live-action dress, Disney upped the glamour by adding golden embellishments too.

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Watson was at Lincoln Center to impart her love of reading to the young members of the Film Society, something she also discussed with Mashable on Monday. “[Books are] so powerful and they have the ability to change your life and your outlook, and this story really speaks to that, the sacred nature of books and their ability to transport you and empower you, ” she said.

Later that night, Watson slipped into a decidedly sexier number — a black Givenchy Couture dress with a sheer, peekaboo panel at the bodice. The stunner also featured a keyhole cutout at the back, accented with a bow at the neck, and a high slit.

The Perks of Being a Wallflower actress has been sharing the ecofriendly details behind her clothing and makeup via her @the_press_tour Instagram page. Follow her there for more details.

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