Anne Hathaway, a luxury fashion icon, surprised fans by stepping out in a custom look from an affordable American brand. On May 20, Hathaway attended a Bulgari event in Rome, Italy, wearing a white button-up shirt dress with a built-in corset, custom made by Gap Inc’s creative director, Zac Posen. The dress, designed from Gap’s signature cotton material, featured a wide collar draped off one shoulder, a matching sheer corset, and pleated shorts for a thigh-high slit effect. Hathaway completed the look with white pointed-toe heels and diamond Bulgari jewelry.

Her stylist, Erin Walsh, shared on Instagram that the dress was inspired by Audrey Hepburn’s wardrobe in the 1953 film, "Roman Holiday," aiming for a modern take on the classic look. Fans were thrilled that Hathaway chose an affordable retailer over high fashion. Gap announced they will offer a version of the dress on Gap.com soon.

In February, Zac Posen was appointed Executive Vice President and Creative Director of Gap Inc, which includes Banana Republic, Old Navy, and Athleta. Gap Inc CEO Richard Dickson praised Posen's expertise and cultural influence in American fashion. Posen will oversee design, merchandising, and marketing, working closely with the president and CEO of Old Navy.

For the 2024 Met Gala, Posen created a custom Gap design for Da’Vine Joy Randolph, using Gap’s classic 1969 denim and red lining to embody the Golden Gate Bridge. Posen himself wore a cream Banana Republic suit, reflecting his new role in the brand’s creative direction.