Sophia Michaels
Angelina Jolie, known for her stunning looks and ability to pull off various styles, has not always been successful in her fashion choices. Rising to fame in the ’90s through films like “Foxfire” and “Hackers,” Jolie has transformed from a goth-inspired aesthetic to a softer, more elegant style featuring light, airy fabrics. Despite having access to high-end designers and fashion consultants, she shared in an interview that she prefers to choose her outfits independently, leading to some questionable sartorial decisions throughout her career.
While it’s a rarity, even Jolie has faced fashion missteps. In an interview, she expressed her sentiments, indicating that clothing is a part of one’s identity, suggesting her reluctance to let stylists control her wardrobe. Unfortunately, this choice has resulted in multiple fashion faux pas over the years.
A Wrinkled Dress and Shawl: An Unfortunate Look for Jolie
At a recent film premiere for her role as famed opera singer Maria Callas, Jolie turned heads for all the wrong reasons with her latest outfit choice. Sporting loose curls rather than her signature sleek hairstyle, she wore a long silky gown from her Atelier Jolie line that fell victim to visible creases and an unflattering silhouette created by its geometric waist panels. To add to the mishap, she draped a black shawl over her shoulders, likely an attempt to mask the dress’s imperfections.
Fans on Reddit didn’t hold back, critiquing her look. Comments ranged from appreciation for her bold attempts to criticism that her outfit made her appear unkempt, as if she had rushed out of bed. Given that she had worn the dress on a previous occasion, one would think proper steaming was in order.
Brown Gown: A Missed Fashion Opportunity
In August 2024, Jolie made headlines while promoting “Maria” at the Venice Film Festival, where she narrowly avoided an awkward moment with ex-husband Brad Pitt. She was clad in a brown Saint Laurent gown that fell flat due to its drab color and questionable draping that evoked thoughts of an ill-fitted bridesmaid dress. While it was free from creases, the overall look failed to impress, prompting remarks about her high-maintenance appearance.
Contrastingly, Jolie later gained praise for wearing a more fitted, champagne-colored gown by Tamra Ralph at the “Maria” premiere, paired with an elegant faux fur shawl, showcasing the glamorous side of Hollywood fashion.
A Feathered Gown: Too Much Fluff
Jolie has bravely worn daring outfits, but her choice at the 2018 Critics’ Choice Awards missed the mark. Dressed in a feather-laden gown by Ralph & Russo Couture, the extravagant feathers overwhelmed the dress, resembling a peculiar fashion statement that was difficult to appreciate. One can only imagine how she managed the discomfort while posing for the cameras amidst such a feathery cascade.
Around the time of her notable film direction, Angelina Jolie appeared to be experimenting with feathers in her outfits. At the 75th Golden Globe Awards in January 2018, she donned a striking sheer black creation from Atelier Versace, adorned with elaborate feather details on the sleeves. While she aimed for a bold fashion statement with both this dress and another, a more understated approach to feathers might have resulted in a more refined, less costume-like appearance.
