Amanda Seyfried, 40, Turns Up the Heat Showing Off Her Bellybutton Piercing in Sizzling New Photos
When New York Fashion Week descends upon the city, the front rows are usually a sea of predictable seasonal trends. However, Amanda Seyfried decided to inject a bit of early-2000s rebellion into the refined atmosphere of the Tory Burch Fall/Winter 2026 show this Wednesday.
The actress, who recently celebrated her 40th birthday, proved that some style choices are timeless, even the ones we usually keep hidden under high-waisted trousers. While her ensemble was a masterclass in color blocking, it was a small flash of silver that stole the spotlight and sent the fashion press into a nostalgic spiral.
Seyfried made a fashionable statement in a colorful look and a belly button ring that she put on display just for the event. This nostalgic jewelry was the highlight of her look, and she made sure photographers captured the bling in all its glory at the step-and-repeat.
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After the show, she revealed that the piercing isn’t a new trend she’s chasing but a permanent fixture of her identity. “I never got rid of it. I’ve had it since I was 17,” she told reporters, explaining that the accessory has survived two pregnancies and two decades in Hollywood.
“I took it out when I was pregnant both times, put it straight back in,” she added with a laugh. Despite being a red-carpet veteran, she usually keeps the detail to herself, noting that “nobody really ever sees it, but it’s always there.”
To ensure the piercing got its moment, Seyfried wore a gold collared shirt buttoned just so to show some skin. She paired the top with a Cornelia blue embellished skirt and patterned heels, while a berry lipstick and hanging gold earrings added to the outfit’s bold aesthetic.
Seyfried is among the stars who have continued to rock the ’90s and 2000s fashion trend in today’s fashion world. She follows in the footsteps of Megan Thee Stallion and Kim Kardashian, who have both recently embraced the navel-piercing revival on high-profile carpets and social media.
Beyond the fashion circuit, Seyfried is currently experiencing a massive professional high with her latest film, The Testament of Ann Lee. The historical musical drama, directed by Mona Fastvold, stars Seyfried as the founder of the Shakers and has already earned her a win at the Astra Film Awards.
The film features a powerhouse cast including Thomasin McKenzie, Lewis Pullman, and Christopher Abbott. Seyfried has described the role as life-changing, even admitting she had to master a difficult Manchester accent for the part, which she recently joked about during an appearance on The Graham Norton Show.
She also recently starred in the psychological thriller The Housemaid on Prime Video alongside Sydney Sweeney. The film, adapted from Freida McFadden’s bestseller, casts Seyfried as the wealthy and mysterious Nina Winchester, a role that has kept audiences guessing with its dark twists.
Looking ahead, fans are eagerly awaiting her return to the crime genre in the Peacock series Long Bright River, where she plays a police officer searching for her missing sister. There is also persistent buzz about a third Mamma Mia! film, a project Seyfried says she is more than ready to join if the script is right.
Between her award-winning dramatic turns and her unapologetic embrace of Y2K style, she remains one of the most relatable and versatile icons in the industry today.
Would you ever consider bringing back your teenage piercings for a high-fashion moment, or are some trends better left in the past? Share your thoughts on this nostalgic style choice in the comments.
