It seems the showgirl spirit of October has caught on. As Taylor Swift dazzles through her press tour in a cascade of sequins and feathers to celebrate her new album The Life of a Showgirl, another woman of substance—and style—is embracing a little razzle-dazzle of her own.
On Friday evening at the BFI London Film Festival, Amal Clooney joined husband George for the premiere of his latest film, Jay Kelly, wearing a look that could have easily stolen the spotlight. Clooney’s gown, a blush-pink sequined strapless creation by Tamara Ralph, came alive with a fringe-detailed skirt and a dramatic feathered shawl—equal parts sophistication and spectacle.
Ralph’s designs have become a go-to for women who revel in unabashed glamour—Blake Lively, Jennifer Lopez, and Halle Berry among them—and Clooney’s take was pure elegance with a wink of performance flair. It’s a surprising turn for the human rights lawyer, who typically gravitates toward sleek Galliano slips or whisper-soft Versace chiffons.
This time, though, the brief was clear: sparkle, shimmer, and own the moment. Whether inspired by Swift’s theatrical energy or simply in the mood for fun, Amal proved that even a courtroom powerhouse can have a showgirl moment—and do it with irresistible poise.
