We’re all familiar with Angelina Jolie’s wardrobe by now. While her red-carpet appearances often exude an air of Old Hollywood glamour, her everyday outfits revolve around ladylike silhouettes and a muted palette. But this week the actor has demonstrated a willingness to add a touch of the unexpected to her daytime wardrobe.
During a New York City outing, at first glance the actor, filmmaker, and designer appeared to be doing her usual chic minimalism in a black knit dress—but closer inspection revealed a provocative twist. In addition to billowing capped sleeves, Jolie’s maxi featured daring side cutouts that exposed a glimpse of skin. Her finishing touches included a casually draped wool jacket over her arm, a leather Saint Laurent clutch (her go-to accessory), square-frame shades, and suede stilettos.
Of course, Angelina Jolie knows all about the power of a subtle flash of skin—she also has a fondness for dresses with thigh-high slits. Who could forget how her strapless black velvet Versace gown at the 2012 Oscars—worn on the red carpet alongside her then fiancé Brad Pitt—went viral for the unmissable leg reveal?
This article first appeared in British Vogue.
