The unusual look has provoked a furious reaction: This just doesn't work

Anne Hathaway’s appearance at the premiere of The End of Oak Street in Los Angeles sparked immediate controversy over her fashion choices. The 43-year-old actress, who revealed in June that she is expecting her third child, drew attention not just for her visibly pregnant belly but also for a bold and unconventional outfit that divided opinions online. She wore a light blue sleeveless top with a front cut designed to highlight her pregnancy, paired with low-rise cargo pants, creating a striking contrast with the bright red fabric lining the inside of the top. Completing the look were red slippers, dangling earrings, and a statement bracelet, while her long brown hair was styled into an elegant high ponytail. The ensemble, though carefully curated, did not receive universal praise. Social media users quickly reacted, with many expressing confusion or disapproval of the combination of cargo pants and the eye-catching top. One user wrote, “It looks ridiculous,” while another commented, “She’s so beautiful I can’t believe this happened to her.” Another joked, “Please let me stop seeing this,” and one particularly vivid reaction stated, “This simply doesn’t work.” Many critics focused specifically on the cargo pants, calling them the weakest element of the entire outfit. A fan on Instagram noted, “I love her, but I don’t understand why her stylist did this,” while another described the look as “not especially kind to a pregnant woman.” Despite the criticism, some fans defended Hathaway, praising her overall appearance. One admirer remarked, “Anne Hathaway always brings surprises to world premieres. She looks incredible.” Others highlighted her recent penchant for experimenting with fashion, noting that earlier this summer she had drawn attention in New York with a white mesh top. Her willingness to take risks with style has become increasingly apparent in recent months. The End of Oak Street, which will debut in theaters on August 14, features Hathaway in one of its leading roles alongside actors such as Ewan McGregor, Maisy Stella, and Christian Convery. The film follows the Platt family as they navigate life after a mysterious cosmic event relocates their suburban neighborhood to an unknown location. Hathaway described the movie as both entertaining and well-suited for cinema-going audiences, calling it a family horror film, a genre in which she had not previously participated. For Hathaway, 2026 promises to be a busy year. In addition to The End of Oak Street, she is set to appear in the highly anticipated sequel to the cult classic The Devil Wears Prada and in Christopher Nolan’s Odyssey, where she portrays Penelope, Odysseus’s wife. Beyond her acting career, she is also preparing for a major personal milestone: the arrival of her third child with husband Adam Shulman, whom she married in 2012. She announced the pregnancy in June via an Instagram video, initially hiding her belly before revealing it with a wide smile. During an interview on Late Night With Seth Meyers, she humorously admitted that she and her husband were surprised by the success of their efforts to conceive. “We knew what we were doing, but we were so surprised it worked,” she quipped. Hathaway has often spoken openly about the joy of motherhood, expressing gratitude for the experience. She once shared, “I know not everyone who wants to become a parent succeeds. I’m just amazed how happy I am. It went really well for me twice.” As she continues to balance her professional and personal life, her latest public appearance has added yet another layer to her evolving public persona.