Amal Clooney found herself at the center of a fashion debate following a date night with husband George Clooney, during which she wore a white crochet dress.

Despite being touted as a major trend this summer, the ensemble left some fashion enthusiasts unimpressed, particularly due to a specific detail…

Earlier this week, Amal, renowned for her impeccable style, channeled a bridal fantasy with her draping white crochet dress. Even though she and George have been married for nearly a decade, the glamorous human rights lawyer seemed to embrace a wedding-inspired look for their romantic night out.

The couple arrived by boat to dine at the Grand Hotel Tremezzo in Lake Como, Italy, a location synonymous with luxury and sophistication.

Amal’s dress, designed by Virginie Viard for Chanel’s Resort 2023 collection, featured a mix of open and closed crochet panels adorned with silver sequins, giving the beachy material a touch of elegance.
The outfit was part of Look 61 from Chanel’s Cruise 2022/23 fashion show, where it was originally paired with a black, crystal-embellished jacket, a sparkling necklace, a matching handbag, and chic strappy heels.

However, Amal made the look her own, opting to skip the jacket and instead accessorize with large silver earrings and metallic silver heels. George, equally dashing, complemented his wife’s elegance in a beige suit jacket and formal pants.

Despite the couple’s polished appearance, not all social media users were enamored with Amal’s outfit. Many were quick to criticize the crochet dress, particularly targeting its pockets.

One Instagram user bluntly commented: “[Silly] for a serious lawyer.”

Another harshly declared: “Those patch pockets are a crime against this woman. Against all women!”

Amal Clooney and George Clooney pictured in 2018. Credit: Emma McIntyre / Getty.

Meanwhile, another user poked fun at the ensemble, writing: “Attacked by a tablecloth, still is tall and has cleavage.”

Yet, not all feedback was negative. Some appreciated the practicality of the dress, with one fan expressing delight: “It has pockets!? 🤩.”

Another user found the overall style perplexing but still complimented Amal’s appearance: “The tone of this dress is confusing. On the one hand, it’s giving cozy knit with pockets, and on the other, it’s an evening gown with sequins. She looks beautiful though.”

Interestingly, despite the polarizing opinions, crochet dresses like Amal’s have been hailed as one of the biggest fashion trends of summer 2024. According to fashion insiders, designers have been increasingly drawing inspiration from the bohemian styles of the 1970s, with crochet garments making a notable comeback.