Angelina Jolie has begun promoting her upcoming film Couture with a public appearance in New York City. The actress was seen arriving at The Whitby Hotel on Wednesday, where she attended promotional events for the movie. For the occasion, Jolie chose a classic black strapless gown designed by Tom Ford by Haider Ackermann. The dress featured a sweetheart neckline and a flowing silhouette, creating a simple yet elegant look. She completed the outfit with yellow gold and citrine earrings, aviator sunglasses from Bottega Veneta, and a white coat from Calvin Klein Collection while posing for photographers outside the venue.
The earrings attracted attention as they closely resembled a gemstone design created by Jolie’s daughter Zahara in collaboration with jeweler Robert Procop in 2019. However, the exact origin of the jewelry worn by Jolie has not been confirmed.
Over the years, Jolie has often chosen black outfits for major public appearances. One of her most talked about fashion moments came at the 2012 Academy Awards, where she wore a black Atelier Versace gown that became widely discussed online. More recently, she has continued this preference while promoting Couture at various international events.
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At the Rome Film Festival premiere of the film in October, Jolie appeared in a black Alberta Ferretti dress featuring cape style sleeves. She also wore a simple black velvet slip dress by Forte_Forte during a screening of Couture at the San Sebastián Film Festival. Even during a casual outing last week, when she played pickleball with her children Pax and Shiloh, she opted for a black two piece outfit.
Couture is set during Paris Fashion Week and follows the story of a filmmaker portrayed by Jolie. The character’s life changes dramatically after receiving a breast cancer diagnosis. The subject matter has drawn attention because it reflects experiences that are similar to Jolie’s own health journey.
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Following the death of her mother in 2007 due to cancer related complications, Jolie revealed in 2013 that she carried the BRCA1 gene mutation. As a preventive measure, she underwent a double mastectomy and later spoke publicly about her decision to raise awareness about inherited cancer risks.
As Couture continues its promotional campaign, the film is attracting interest not only for its story but also for the personal connection many observers see between Jolie’s role and her own life experiences.