Who Wore the Versace Dress First?

The iconic Versace dress, famously known as the “Jungle Dress,” has been a topic of conversation for over two decades. The dress, which features a green tropical leaf print and a plunging neckline, has been worn by several celebrities throughout the years. But who was the first one to don this unforgettable piece?

The answer is none other than the legendary supermodel, Naomi Campbell. She wore the dress during Versace’s Spring 2000 runway show in Milan. The dress was an instant hit and garnered much attention from fashion enthusiasts all over the world.

However, it wasn’t until Jennifer Lopez wore a similar version of the dress to the 2000 Grammy Awards that it became a worldwide sensation. Lopez’s dress had a slightly different neckline, but it still featured the same tropical leaf print that Campbell had worn on the runway.

Lopez’s appearance in the dress was so memorable that it even inspired Google to create Google Images. According to Google executive chairman Eric Schmidt, “At the time, it was the most popular search query we had ever seen. But we had no surefire way of getting users exactly what they wanted: J.Lo wearing that dress.”

Since then, numerous celebrities have paid homage to both Campbell and Lopez by wearing their own versions of the Versace dress. These include Lady Gaga, Rihanna, and Kim Kardashian.

In conclusion, while Naomi Campbell was technically the first one to wear the iconic Versace “Jungle Dress,” it was Jennifer Lopez who made it into a global phenomenon. The dress remains an iconic piece of fashion history and will continue to inspire designers and fashion enthusiasts for years to come.