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Anne Hathaway's sizzling Versace LBD is the blueprint for summer 2025 date nights
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Anne Hathaway's sizzling Versace LBD is the blueprint for summer 2025 date nights
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Anne Hathaway's sizzling Versace LBD is the blueprint for summer 2025 date nights

The Oscar winning actress delivers some serious Hollywood bombshell glamour

Clare Pennington
Associate Editor
May 25, 2025
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Let's face it, there are red carpet moments - and then there are Anne Hathaway wearing Versace red carpet moments.

Whenever we're in need of a little outfit inspiration, our first port of call is the iconic actress' sartorial archives, and her previous outfit hits always deliver a dose of what we need. 

Back in 2023, the Oscar winning actress stunned at a Versace show in LA wearing n a sculpted black crocodile embossed mini dress that could easily serve as the gold standard for summer 2025 date night dressing.

Sleek, fierce and unmistakably luxurious, the ensemble effortlessly weds high fashion and a splash of rock'n'roll energy.

Anne Hathaway is standing against a soft chartreuse and pale lime gradient backdrop with oversized, glossy lettering. She wears a short, fitted black mini dress with a high-gloss crocodile texture. Her legs are covered in sheer black tights, and she wears ultra-high black platform boots with metal buckles. A sleek black handbag with a gold clasp dangles from her hand, and she finishes the look with a silver necklace, bracelets, and black sunglasses. Her long brown hair is styled straight with a middle part.© FilmMagic
Anne Hathaway attends the Versace FW23 Show at the Pacific Design Center

Crafted by the one and only Versace, the structured mini dress featured a corseted bodice and exaggerated hips that paid homage to the brand's signature bombshell silhouette.

The faux croc finish added a rich, tactile element, catching the light with a glossy sheen that gave the outfit a super sultry, almost liquid effect.

Anne Hathaway is standing against a soft chartreuse and pale lime gradient backdrop with oversized, glossy lettering. She wears a short, fitted black mini dress with a high-gloss crocodile texture. Her legs are covered in sheer black tights, and she wears ultra-high black platform boots with metal buckles. A sleek black handbag with a gold clasp dangles from her hand, and she finishes the look with a silver necklace, bracelets, and black sunglasses. Her long brown hair is styled straight with a middle part.© FilmMagic
Anne Hathaway beams at the Los Angeles event

But it wasn't just the dress that made the look. Anne perfected the striking piece with sheer black tights and high-shine mega platform boots - think dominatrix energy meets editorial edge.

The footwear choice was dramatic, confident and let's face it - really cool, and served to anchor the look while her mini black bag nodded subtly to the opulence of the overall aesthetic.

Accessories were minimal yet impactful, a silver chain necklace and layered bracelets that sparkled just enough against the dramatic black of the outfit. Oversized black sunglasses added a dose of diva mystery, 

Anne Hathaway is standing against a soft chartreuse and pale lime gradient backdrop with oversized, glossy lettering. She wears a short, fitted black mini dress with a high-gloss crocodile texture. Her legs are covered in sheer black tights, and she wears ultra-high black platform boots with metal buckles. A sleek black handbag with a gold clasp dangles from her hand, and she finishes the look with a silver necklace, bracelets, and black sunglasses. Her long brown hair is styled straight with a middle part.© Patrick McMullan via Getty Image
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Anne has long been a fashion darling, favouring houses like Valentino, Armani Privé, and Schiaparelli with a penchant for bolder, edgier aesthetics. The actress is in her empowered elegance era, and we give it a massive thumbs up.

This Versace moment is the perfect masterclass in balance - strong without being severe, sexy without being cliché and fashion-forward without losing wearability. Good work Anne. 

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