How to Achieve Selena Gomez's Style in "Only Murders in the Building"
We found the exact emerald dress her character Mara Mabel wore, plus a few affordable options to get the look at home.
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The summer of Selena Gomez is going strong. She recently revealed on Instagram the upcoming release of a new Rare Beauty eyebrow gel and her fourth studio album. Although we still have to wait for her new music and makeup product to drop, we've got the recent season 3 premiere of Only Murders in the Building on Hulu to help keep us entertained each week ahead of her new releases.
During the season 2 cliffhanger finale, we saw Gomez's character Mabel Mora, Charles-Haden Savage (Steve Martin), and Oliver Putnam (Martin Short) watch Putnam's Broadway show, and we also started Season 3 joining the three at a juicy afterparty in Oliver's apartment. For the fête, Gomez sported an emerald green asymmetrical midi dress with a one-shoulder bodice from Michelle Mason. The silk dress is available in three other colors, including sunshine yellow, deep blue, and burnt sienna.
Mora's gorgeous dress continued to get some love during the season 3 premiere episode. Her outfit quickly became a talking point in our group chat as well as for Selenators, aka Gomez's most passionate fans.
This also isn't the first time Gomez has worn an emerald green dress. During a press run for season 2 of Only Murders in the Building, Gomez sported an off-the-shoulder emerald green dress for an interview on Jimmy Kimmel Live. It's safe to say Gomez is a fan of the color, as she has rocked emerald jewelry on the SAG and Emmy Awards red carpets, too.
Inspired by Gomez's take on event styling, we did some digging and found five standout dresses to help you achieve the Mabel Mora look to make everyone else green with envy.
Kicking off our list is this under-$100 dress available in sizes XXS-5X and which also comes in a fun rose version. This emerald green dress is a modest take on the one Mora wore on the show. With gorgeous flutter sleeves, a removable waist tie, and ruffle trim, this dress would make for a cute Instagram Boomerang of you twirling.
Most importantly, we love that it's machine-washable, so you don't have to spend extra on dry cleaning to maintain this nursing-friendly midi dress.
Karen Millen Ruffle Back V-Neck Satin Maxi Dress
Prefer a floor-length gown? We got you! British designer Karen Millen created an emerald dress similar to the one Gomez wore on Only Murders In The Building, but with a longer length that's fantastic for special occasions like a wedding, engagement party, or anniversary dinner.
The satin-blend dress features ruffled angel sleeves that are girly and extremely flattering. The demure V-neckline also shows just enough cleavage to flatter your shape without showing too much.
Pretty Little Thing Emerald Green Chiffon Asymmetric Strap Draped Midi Dress
Although this dress is not made of 100% silk like the others on this list, it is only $41, so you can't really complain. And style-wise, it's an excellent dupe for Mora's pricier frock.
This emerald green dress prominently features a one-shoulder sleeve silhouette with a bonus off-the-shoulder strap that looks chic, not sloppy. It also has a gathered waist and high slit to show off toned legs.
Petal and Pup Mickenna Sweetheart Frill Midi Dress in Emerald
As previously mentioned, Gomez sported an off-the-shoulder dress on Jimmy Kimmel Live, and this under-$70 dress has a similar vibe. It features short elasticized cuffed sleeves and a flattering sweetheart neckline with gathered ruching.
This emerald green number is a midi dress that hits around the knees similar to the ones Gomez rocked in her TV appearances and on the show.
With fall just around the corner, you'll want transitional pieces that work for the office and play. Enter this emerald shirt dress from Lily Silk: It's made of 100% silk like the Michelle Mason dress Mora rocked, but this cheaper option features 3/4 sleeves, a preppy collar, and a front button closure that's safe for the office.
It works seamlessly from coffee to cocktails, too: Undo a few buttons and throw on heels for after-work drinks with your besties or a date for the evening.
Nicole Saunders is the beauty editor at Women's Health and has over eight years of experience researching, writing, and editing lifestyle content. She specializes in breaking down complicated topics, like red light therapy for hair growth and LED face masks, into easy-to-understand guides. Saunders takes great pride in heavily researching and testing featured beauty products, such as strengthening shampoos and body washes for dry skin on our site.
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