Anne Hathaway turned heads at the premiere of her new film The End of Oak Street on Sunday, opting for a casual yet chic ensemble that has ignited a fiery debate online. The 43-year-old actress, who is heavily pregnant with her third child, paired a luxurious baby-blue satin top with wide-legged blue jeans, a look that some have called refreshing and others have found puzzling.
Breaking Red Carpet Norms
Hathaway, known for her impeccable fashion sense, chose comfort without sacrificing glamour. Her top, designed by Prabal Gurung, featured a high neck, red lining, and a dramatic train, while the cropped front revealed her baby bump. Styled by Erin Walsh, the ensemble was completed with heels, blending formal and casual elements in a way that only a fashion icon could pull off.
The actress announced her pregnancy in June with husband Adam Shulman. This red carpet appearance marks one of her first major public outings since the announcement, and she used the opportunity to challenge conventional maternity wear.
Internet Reactions Divided
Social media users were quick to weigh in on the daring choice. One user, @TunisFromTexas, wrote on X: 'She is so beautiful and 99.9% of her outfits are IMPECCABLE but this makes me so uncomfy to look at.' Others defended her, like @SmartContracteq, who said: 'Low rise jeans at a major Hollywood world premiere while heavily pregnant? Anne Hathaway continues to be the ultimate trendsetter.'
This isn't the first time denim has caused a stir on the red carpet. Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake's matching Canadian tuxedos at the 2001 American Music Awards remain one of the most iconic pop culture moments. More recently, Kanye West and Julia Fox made headlines with her cone-bra denim jacket at Paris Fashion Week in 2022, and model Bhavitha Mandava wore jeans to this year's Met Gala.
Embracing a Tomboy Aesthetic
Hathaway's choice aligns with her recent admission of being a 'tomboy.' In an interview with People earlier this month, she explained: 'I love that being a boy mom has really informed my fashion. I have to always be able to go from a serious business meeting to, like, a basketball court. You have to be able to play pickup basketball at any point, in any outfit. So [I tell myself]: When you get dressed in the morning, dress wisely because you 100 percent are going to have a projectile thrown at you probably by the end of breakfast.'
This practical approach to style is a departure from the typical red carpet gown, but it resonates with many who appreciate authenticity over rigid fashion rules.
A Busy Year for Hathaway
Fans have been treated to a wealth of Hathaway performances this year, including roles in The Devil Wears Prada 2, The Odyssey, and Mother Mary. She is also set to star in Verity later this year. With such a packed schedule, this may be one of the last red carpet appearances before her due date, but her denim moment will likely be remembered as a bold statement in maternity fashion.
