At the Human Rights Campaign 2026 Los Angeles Dinner at Fairmont Century Plaza on March 28, Raeshanda Lias wore a copper off shoulder ball gown – and the volume alone makes it a true fashion moment.
When a skirt takes up this much space, you either commit or you disappear inside it. At the Human Rights Campaign 2026 Los Angeles Dinner at the Fairmont Century Plaza on March 28, Raeshanda Lias absolutely committed – and the result is a serious red carpet fashion moment.
The copper ball gown is built for drama. Off-the-shoulder neckline, structured bodice with a deep plunge, and layers upon layers of sheer tulle that bloom outward into a full, sweeping skirt. The color sits somewhere between burnt sienna and molten bronze, catching the light with subtle sparkle. And then there is the embroidery – intricate leaf-like appliques climbing across the bodice and scattered through the skirt.
This is not minimal.
What strikes me first is proportion. The bodice is sculpted and fitted, giving the gown a strong anchor point before the volume explodes below the waist. That balance matters. Without it, the skirt would overwhelm. Honestly? The structure up top is the reason this lands as couture-level instead of costume.
The styling supports the scale. Hair swept to one side in soft waves, bold gold earrings, stacked rings, long neutral nails. The makeup is polished but not competing. Notice how the neckline stays clean so the embroidery can breathe. That’s smart.
If you scroll through recent celebrity red carpet coverage, you’ll see plenty of sleek columns and understated gowns. This goes in the opposite direction. I might be wrong, but in a sea of streamlined silhouettes, a full ball skirt reads almost rebellious right now.
It’s theatrical. It’s unapologetic. And it works because it knows exactly what it is.
Would you lean into this kind of dramatic volume for a formal gala, or do you prefer a sleeker gown for a big night?
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