'It takes an army': Michelle Rodriguez gets help adjusting her plunging cut-out gown as she hits the red carpet at Lancome party in Paris

She is known for her laid back approach and usually portrays the role of a strong, independent woman in movies.

But as Michelle Rodriguez took to the red carpet for the Lancome 80th anniversary party in Paris on Tuesday night she was in need of a little help.

Luckily film producer Mohammed Al Turki was in tow to rescue the 36-year-old as she suffered a minor wardrobe malfunction in her stunning black flowing gown.

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To the rescue! Film producer Mohammed Al Turki helped Michelle Rodriguez adjust her gown at the Lancome 80th anniversary party in Paris on Tuesday evening

To the rescue! Film producer Mohammed Al Turki helped Michelle Rodriguez adjust her gown at the Lancome 80th anniversary party in Paris on Tuesday evening

Oops! As the 36-year-old actress posed for pictures she found herself a little overexposed

Oops! As the 36-year-old actress posed for pictures she found herself a little overexposed

Cut it out in Michelle's Alaia strappy dress

Michelle Rodriguez is known for her sexy style on the red carpet and attending the Lancôme Party this week she stuck to a sassy black palette and slightly gothic vibe in this gorgeous long black gown with cutout detail.

Michelle's statement gown, featuring a thigh-high side split, low plunging neckline and cutout sides with a ruched material all over, is from designer brand Azzedine Alaia, as are her cutout detail shoes. The dress is actually no longer available but you can shop Alaia's current collection at Saks Fifth Avenue right now (click right).

Seeing as this gown would have set you back a tidy sum, we figured a few high street alternatives wouldn't go amiss, and actually Michelle's cutout design can be found in many stores for a much more purse-friendly price. Try the likes of ASOS, Missguided, and AX Paris for stylish maxis with the same daring vibe. And to complete the look (and if you're keen to get a piece of the designer brand) you can shop Michelle's exact Alaia shoes at Net-a-Porter.

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In good spirits as she posed for pictures, Michelle seemed totally unaware that she was slightly overexposed. 

Joking with photographers as she worked the floor, the Girlfight star accidentally flashed her knickers as her gown shifted.

Noticing the faux pas, Mohammed, 29, swooped in and quickly saved Rodriguez from avoiding a potentially embarrassing moment in the spotlight.  

This things happen: Michelle laughed off the brief faux pas as she joked with photographers

This things happen: Michelle laughed off the brief faux pas as she joked with photographers

A friend in need is a friend indeed! Mohammed joined Michelle in the spotlight for a picture

A friend in need is a friend indeed! Mohammed joined Michelle in the spotlight for a picture

Stunning! Rodriguez looked amazing in a flowing black plunging cut-out floor length gown
Stunning! Rodriguez looked amazing in a flowing black plunging cut-out floor length gown

Stunning! Rodriguez looked amazing in a flowing black plunging cut-out floor length gown

Gorgeous: Michelle wowed in a beautiful creation by Azzedine Alaia and a vintage gold 1942 Bulgari choker

Gorgeous: Michelle wowed in a beautiful creation by Azzedine Alaia and a vintage gold 1942 Bulgari choker

Arriving at the event, Michelle looked amazing in a elegant creation by Azzedine Alaia.

The Grecian style floor length number featured a deep V-neckline, a thigh high split and symmetrical cut-out details.

Rodriguez opted for dark eye make-up and nude lips as she wore her brunette hair down.

Out and about! The Girlfight star also attended the Bulgari Haute Couture cocktail party

Out and about! The Girlfight star also attended the Bulgari Haute Couture cocktail party

The women in black: At the event Michelle cosied up to Juliette Binoche and Amber Heard

The women in black: At the event Michelle cosied up to Juliette Binoche and Amber Heard

Preened to perfection! Michelle and Amber took put on awe-inspiring displays at the bash as part of PFW

Preened to perfection! Michelle and Amber took put on awe-inspiring displays at the bash as part of PFW

Accessorising with a black clutch bag and a vintage gold 1942 Bulgari choker, a pair of caged heels completed the Fast & Furious actress' look.

Taking to Instagram ahead of her night out, Michelle joked that it takes a lot of work for get red carpet ready as she posted a picture of herself sitting in hair and make-up.

She quipped: '@salvo_nicosia We coming for you !!! It takes an army thank you @pierresaintsever @sandrinecano #ParisIsBurning #Couture baby #Alaia'. 

'It takes an army': Michelle thanked her stylists Pierre Saint Sever and Sandrine Cano for their efforts

'It takes an army': Michelle thanked her stylists Pierre Saint Sever and Sandrine Cano for their efforts

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