Audrey Hepburn wore a white floral Givenchy dress to the Academy Awards in 1954, at which she won an Academy Award for her performance in Roman Holiday.
[2] Balenciaga turned her away, advising her to visit his former pupil, Givenchy, who had expected to meet a different actress named Hepburn, but was won over by Audrey.
[3][4] The belted white floral dress she wore for the 26th annual Academy Awards was the first time audiences saw Hepburn in one of Givenchy's creations.
[1] It featured a bateau or boat neckline, considered unusual for an Oscar dress.
A poll by Debenhams, published in the Daily Telegraph, voted it the second most iconic red carpet dress of all time.