The glittering constellation of New York Fashion Week has birthed its most intriguing potential romance yet, as actress and director Olivia Wilde was spotted deep in conversation with art dealer Caspar Jopling, the former husband of songstress Ellie Goulding.
The pair turned heads at the exclusive W Magazine party on Thursday night, presenting a united and notably cosy front amidst the industry's elite. Their animated and close-knit interaction throughout the evening has set the rumour mill into overdrive, suggesting their connection may extend beyond mere acquaintances.
Wilde, 39, cut a sophisticated figure for the event, opting for a timeless and elegant ensemble. She wore a simple black top paired with matching wide-leg trousers, accessorising with a pair of striking gold hoop earrings that framed her face perfectly. Her ex-partner, Jason Sudeikis, with whom she shares two children, was notably absent from the festivities.
Jopling, 31, looked equally dapper, embracing a classic smart-casual look with a navy blue blazer layered over a crisp white t-shirt and dark trousers.
The plot thickens when considering their recent histories. Wilde's highly publicised relationships with actor Jason Sudeikis and later, pop superstar Harry Styles, ended in 2020 and 2022, respectively. Jopling, an Eton and Harvard-educated art specialist, was married to Ellie Goulding for four years before the couple announced their separation in 2023.
Their appearance together marks one of the first major social sightings for both since their respective splits, fuelling intense speculation that they have found solace and perhaps something more in each other's company. The art world and Hollywood often collide, but rarely with such captivating results.
