At the New York Upfront Partnership Event at Storied NYC in April 2026, Ali Larter chose a white strapless pleated dress – and the texture is the real hook.
It’s all about the pleats.
At the New York Upfront Partnership Event at Storied NYC in New York City on April 23, 2026, Ali Larter kept the focus tight with a white strapless mini dress built entirely around vertical pleating. The fabric falls in fine, evenly spaced folds from the straight neckline down, creating movement without any added embellishment.
Notice how the top edge sits clean and horizontal across the collarbone, no visible straps, no distracting trim. The pleats soften the structure, giving the dress texture and dimension while keeping the shape simple and contained. It’s fitted through the torso, then loosens slightly toward the hem, which rounds gently at the bottom rather than cutting off sharply.
Her accessories stay minimal but intentional. Gold hoop earrings frame her face, and stacked rings and a bracelet add a hint of shine without competing with the dress. Hair falls in loose, polished waves, parted at the center, which keeps the neckline unobstructed.
What works here is restraint. A strapless white dress can feel predictable at an industry event, but the pleated surface gives it depth and keeps it from looking flat under indoor lighting. It’s clean, but not plain.
You can explore more event looks in our celebrity red carpet section, but this one stands out for its texture.
For more of Ali Larter at Storied NYC, this appearance proves that precise fabric work can carry an entire look.
The pleating does the heavy lifting.
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