'Dress Is Too Big: Blake Lively, 37, Criticized for Fall-Inspired Ensemble at the 2024 LACMA Gala

At the beginning of the month, Blake Lively was seen in public attending a gala in California. She appeared cheerful, posing for pictures in a designer dress, though some netizens likened part of her outfit to household items.

Blake Lively was one of the celebrities at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) Art+Film Gala on November 2, 2024. She looked stunning in a sparkly Tamara Ralph mini-dress, though it drew mixed reactions from social media users.

Lively posed happily for photographs at the prestigious gala. Tamara Ralph, the designer, shared two Instagram images of the star in her ensemble, revealing that the diamond chainmail mini-dress is handcrafted.

The dress was encrusted with rose gold, pink, and topaz crystals and included a luxurious, puffed topaz silk taffeta cape. A Facebook clip showed different angles of Lively in the dress, she received positive reactions from some viewers but others were more critical.

One viewer commented, "I don't know who she is but that is a beautiful dress." An Instagram user, after seeing another video of Lively showing off her look, positively remarked, "[I] love her dress 🧡." Another agreed, praising, "Yet another incredible outfit. That color is 🔥🔥."

Yet, some netizens had negative views with one stating, "That dress is too big for her and just like a rubbish bag. Or a duvet cover. [sic]" Another agreed, saying, "Blake looks beautiful, but I dislike a big yellow shawl. It's seems like a curtain and not balance with her dress. [sic]"

Criticizing the ensemble, one person called it an "Ugly dress...look like curtain and blankets ha ha ha. [sic]" The cape appeared to be their main focus with one commenting, "We walking my comforter to the washer."

Comparing the cape to bedroom items, another asked, "Why is she dragging her bed 's sheets ? [sic]" Following similar thoughts, one viewer mocked, "Let me try this dress with my duvet."

Unimpressed, an Instagram user remarked, "This looks lazy and uninspired. 😐." Despite mixed opinions on her attire, Lively previously wore another Tamara Ralph creation for the UK premiere of her film, "It Ends With Us," in August 2024.

In an Instagram post, the fashion brand described the white gown as featuring crystal mesh intarsia and crystal mesh petals. The unique neckline was designed with a crystal orchid and cherry blossom.

This November gala wasn't the first time Blake Lively received mixed reactions on her outfits. In late October 2024, she attended New York City's CFDA Awards in a full Michael Kors ensemble.

An Instagram post showed her posing with Kors amidst camera flashes. She wore a white Ribbed Stretch Knit Tank dress with a high side slit and complemented it with a matching linen jacket called the "Boyfriend Blazer."

The actress completed her look with clear heels. However, her appearance sparked speculation among some fans, who noticed her touching her midsection in the video. Social media quickly filled with pregnancy rumors after viewers spotted a small bump on her belly.

One Instagram user commented, "She is definitely pregnant again," while another noted, "It possibly could be a bump, especially with her hand placement." Another asked, "Is she preggers again [sic] 😍."

Others skipped the speculation, assuming the bump confirmed her pregnancy, with one saying, "Congrats on your little bump!" Another echoed, "Congratulations on your baby bump 🤍."

Admiring the star's beauty, a fan commented, "She is glowing ✨✨," while another added, "Always beautiful, elegant [sic] and classy…" Another praised her further, stating, "Wow Blake looks amazing."

So far, neither the mother of four nor her husband, Ryan Reynolds, has confirmed or denied the pregnancy rumors. Reflecting on the actress's recent, sometimes controversial looks, it's worth noting that she's previously spoken about styling herself.

The 37-year-old explained that managing her wardrobe is work, though not too difficult because of her access to various clothes. She added, "The hard part is going through all the fashion shows and screenshotting all the looks you like and calling them in."

Fortunately, she has an assistant to help request the looks she wants. However, her strong relationships with many designers are what allow her to style herself successfully.