Rose Byrne Stuns In Metallic Prada at Two-Film Berlinale Run
By Fashion Editorial Staff
Rose Byrne graced the red carpet at the 75th Berlinale International Film Festival in a daring Prada ensemble that fused avant-garde elements with classic sophistication. The appearance marked one of several showstopping moments for the actress, who is pulling double duty at this year’s festival, promoting both If I Had Legs I’d Kick You and The Thing with Feathers.
Byrne debuted her most experimental look at the premiere of If I Had Legs I’d Kick You, opting for a striking silver disc crop top from Prada’s Spring 2025 collection. The piece, which has already generated buzz after its runway appearance, featured rows of metallic discs arranged in a geometric pattern, creating an armor-like effect on the festival’s signature red carpet. This bold choice highlighted Byrne’s willingness to take fashion risks while maintaining her signature elegance and poise.
To balance the avant-garde top, Byrne paired it with a floor-length black pencil skirt, also by Prada. The juxtaposition of the bold metallic top with the classic black skirt created the perfect blend of edgy and elegant. Her hair, styled in soft waves with a side part, complemented the look, while her beauty remained understated with rose-toned lips and subtle smokey eyes. The ensemble struck a perfect balance between red carpet drama and architectural minimalism—a significant seasonal trend.
The striking look marks a highlight in Byrne’s busy festival run. In If I Had Legs I’d Kick You, Byrne stars as Linda, a woman whose world unravels as she faces her child’s mysterious illness. As her husband grows increasingly distant and a local person goes missing, Linda finds herself questioning reality, even during sessions with her therapist.
In the film, Byrne is joined by a supporting cast that includes rapper and actor ASAP Rocky—fresh from his recent legal victory in Los Angeles—whose natural charisma becomes a focal point of the film, and comedian Conan O’Brien. Director Mary Bronstein highlighted Rocky’s effortless acting talent, describing his presence as one that brings an “undeniable energy that can’t be taught.” For Byrne, working with Rocky was an unexpected delight, as she described him as a “renaissance man” who approaches all aspects of art, fashion, and film with reverence and enthusiasm.
Alongside If I Had Legs I’d Kick You, Byrne also presented The Thing with Feathers, an adaptation of Max Porter’s critically acclaimed novella Grief Is The Thing With Feathers. In this film, Byrne stars alongside Benedict Cumberbatch as a grieving widower. The story explores the haunting and metaphorical presence of a crow, a manifestation of grief that lingers throughout the family’s life. Cumberbatch’s performance has been widely praised, with critics lauding his portrayal of a father struggling to hold his family together in the wake of loss.
While Cumberbatch’s powerful performance in The Thing with Feathers has been widely praised, Byrne’s work in both films has proven equally captivating and noteworthy. Her striking fashion at the Berlinale, including this Prada ensemble, adds another layer to her graceful presence at the festival—combining risk-taking and sophistication in a way that mirrors her on screen performances.
