Behind Bronwyn Newport's 2025 SAG Awards Look, from the $30K Gown to What She Fit in Her $7K Micro Bag! (Exclusive)

Mar. 15, 2025

Bronwyn Newport takes PEOPLE inside her 2025 SAG Awards look.Photo:Troy Jensen |@itstroyjensen

Troy Jensen |@itstroyjensen

Bronwyn Newport is, in her own words, “not known for subtlety.“Since her debut on season 5 of theReal Housewives of Salt Lake City,Newport, 39,has been making a splash with her over-the-top wardrobe. And her style IQ has proven to be the most impressive of —dare we say it — any Housewife.Which is why, on Sunday, Feb. 23, Newport attended the 2025SAG Awardsas a red carpet fashion correspondent for PEOPLE andEntertainment Weekly’spre-show livestream. As the go-to girl for commentary on thebest celebrity fashion momentsof the night, Newport dressed to impress in a bold ensemble with some rich fashion history.“I wanted to channel old Hollywood stars as I was getting to interview Hollywood stars! I wore a 1968 Dior Haute Couture vintage dress originally created for one of the most successful figures in Latin American cinema, actress and style icon Maria Felix,” Newport tells PEOPLE exclusively of the $30,000 feathery showgirl gown she bought for the special occasion.See how the Bravo star got glam for all the red carpet action.

Bronwyn Newport is, in her own words, “not known for subtlety.”

Since her debut on season 5 of theReal Housewives of Salt Lake City,Newport, 39,has been making a splash with her over-the-top wardrobe. And her style IQ has proven to be the most impressive of —dare we say it — any Housewife.

Which is why, on Sunday, Feb. 23, Newport attended the 2025SAG Awardsas a red carpet fashion correspondent for PEOPLE andEntertainment Weekly’spre-show livestream. As the go-to girl for commentary on thebest celebrity fashion momentsof the night, Newport dressed to impress in a bold ensemble with some rich fashion history.

“I wanted to channel old Hollywood stars as I was getting to interview Hollywood stars! I wore a 1968 Dior Haute Couture vintage dress originally created for one of the most successful figures in Latin American cinema, actress and style icon Maria Felix,” Newport tells PEOPLE exclusively of the $30,000 feathery showgirl gown she bought for the special occasion.

See how the Bravo star got glam for all the red carpet action.

01of 06Mirror, MirrorBronwyn Newport.Troy Jensen |@itstroyjensenBefore arriving at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles for her reporting duties, Newport carved out some time for a little self-care moment — but not without some cute pajamasfrom her collaboration with Bead Head PJs!

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Mirror, Mirror

Bronwyn Newport.Troy Jensen |@itstroyjensen

Before arriving at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles for her reporting duties, Newport carved out some time for a little self-care moment — but not without some cute pajamasfrom her collaboration with Bead Head PJs!

02of 06Bronwyn’s Signature BobBronwyn Newport.Troy Jensen |@itstroyjensenHairstylistBecca Maderstyled Newport’s bob in a voluminous 1960s-inspired look to complement the retro dress.

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Bronwyn’s Signature Bob

HairstylistBecca Maderstyled Newport’s bob in a voluminous 1960s-inspired look to complement the retro dress.

03of 06Feeling Feathery and FashionableBronwyn Newport.Troy Jensen |@itstroyjensen"I found the dress throughTimeless Vixen, an iconic L.A. store that specializes in vintage, haute couture and museum-quality pieces. I picked it up just before the awards show after searching for a piece of this caliber and historical importance since the beginnings of my discussions to come on as PEOPLE’s Fashion Expert!” Newport shares of the “priceless” find.She accessorized with vintage ’80s Tiffany & Co. earrings (to lean into the opulence of the look) and a $7,295 Judith Leiber clutch shaped like a roller skate to hold her lip gloss, her “emotional support” hair tie and a “Protect Trans Youth” pin she got on the carpet.

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Feeling Feathery and Fashionable

“I found the dress throughTimeless Vixen, an iconic L.A. store that specializes in vintage, haute couture and museum-quality pieces. I picked it up just before the awards show after searching for a piece of this caliber and historical importance since the beginnings of my discussions to come on as PEOPLE’s Fashion Expert!” Newport shares of the “priceless” find.

She accessorized with vintage ’80s Tiffany & Co. earrings (to lean into the opulence of the look) and a $7,295 Judith Leiber clutch shaped like a roller skate to hold her lip gloss, her “emotional support” hair tie and a “Protect Trans Youth” pin she got on the carpet.

04of 06360 Glam ShotBronwyn Newport.Troy Jensen |@itstroyjensenNewport’s bronzed, sun-kissed complexion with a hint of sparkle was courtesy of celebrity makeup artistTroy Jensen. The two got down to business with glam before the show.

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360 Glam Shot

Newport’s bronzed, sun-kissed complexion with a hint of sparkle was courtesy of celebrity makeup artistTroy Jensen. The two got down to business with glam before the show.

05of 06Smiles for the SAGsBronwyn Newport.Troy Jensen |@itstroyjensen"The look is so ‘Bronwyn’ because I am not known for my subtlety! I love color, texture and whimsy! I also love a good rewear and was honored to be in such a major moment of fashion history,” she says. “To own a dress of a Hollywood and sartorial legendandget to wear it on the SAG red carpet is so unbelievably special.”

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Smiles for the SAGs

“The look is so ‘Bronwyn’ because I am not known for my subtlety! I love color, texture and whimsy! I also love a good rewear and was honored to be in such a major moment of fashion history,” she says. “To own a dress of a Hollywood and sartorial legendandget to wear it on the SAG red carpet is so unbelievably special.”

06of 06Ready to GlowBronwyn Newport.Troy Jensen |@itstroyjensenNo red carpet appearance is without a couple of touch-ups. Here, Jensen makes sure Newport’s glam is completely on point.

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Ready to Glow

No red carpet appearance is without a couple of touch-ups. Here, Jensen makes sure Newport’s glam is completely on point.

source: people.com