Dakota Johnson Glows in Elegant Green Gown on Governors Awards Red Carpet

Dakota Johnson appeared at a major Hollywood event in a structured mint gown that sparked mixed reactions online, from admiration to concerns about the dress's fit and design.

The 16th Governors Awards lit up The Ray Dolby Ballroom on November 16, 2025, drawing a sea of A-list stars to one of Hollywood's most glamorous nights.

Cameras flashed, gowns shimmered, and the red carpet became a spectacle of fashion highs — and a few unexpected misfires. But one look in particular would soon ignite an online firestorm.

A Mint Green Gown Divides the Internet

Dakota Johnson stepped into the spotlight in a strapless mint-green gown that immediately caught attention. With its sculpted bodice, sweetheart neckline, and subtle jacquard texture, the dress was a study in structure.

Ruching at the waist and a soft front drape added delicate movement to the sleek silhouette. Opting for restraint, Johnson kept accessories to a minimum, wearing only a slim silver chain and small, barely visible hoop earrings.

Her hair fell long and pin-straight, her fringe skimming her eyes, while her barely-there makeup look gave the entire ensemble a refined, understated edge. The polished result ensured all eyes stayed on the bold gown.

'She's Perfect!': Fans Swoon over the Look

Photos of the star quickly made the rounds online, with supporters flooding social media. "This is perfect," one admirer declared. Another simply wrote, "She's perfect ❤️." A third chimed in, "Dakota never fails! Beautiful 😍💜."

It wasn't just Dakota earning praise — her team also got a share of the spotlight. "Whoever's styling Dakota Johnson lately needs a raise👏👏👏," one fan posted, while another called the gown "divine."

'It's Slipping off Her': Critics Voice Concerns

But not everyone was dazzled. On Reddit, fashion followers called out what they saw as flaws in fit and fabric. "The top is sitting a little low on her bust but otherwise this is a very nice look," one wrote.

Another commented, "Fabric and color are not good and it looks like it's slipping off her… it needs to be worn higher." Others didn't hold back. "It's giving prom 😕," one person wrote, while another asked, "Squished boobs. are those straps intentionally hanging out?"

Fit Issues Dominate the Backlash

The criticism kept rolling in. One viewer noted, "It doesn't fit her frame well. It looks like it's sliding off her body. The color is beautiful." Another wrote, "This is gorgeous, but I can't imagine how stressed out I would be feeling like my dress could fall down at any minute."

The Governors Awards has long been a stage for bold fashion risks — and Johnson's look was no exception. Whether loved or loathed, her mint green gown made sure she wasn't just seen — she was talked about.

And this wasn't the first time Johnson had the internet in a frenzy this season. Just weeks before her Governors Awards appearance, the actress's look made headlines for even bolder reasons.

The moment was electric. Cameras flashed, mouths dropped, and social media erupted as the actress glided across the green carpet in a daring ensemble that blurred the line between couture and controversy.

Johnson lit up the Zurich Film Festival, and not everyone was ready for it. The "Fifty Shades of Grey" star turned heads and split opinions the moment she stepped onto the green carpet in a jaw-dropping, nearly transparent gown that had fashion lovers reeling and style critics clutching their pearls.

She radiated confidence in the bold look — a statement piece that dared critics to look away. The semi-sheer cobalt blue lace bodice clung to her figure with long sleeves and a high neckline, while the voluminous tulle skirt billowed dramatically with each step.

Her signature brunette waves cascaded softly over her shoulders, with bangs framing her face, and barely-there makeup that allowed the dress to take center stage.

But the internet? Torn in two. On Instagram, some commenters criticized the design's transparency. A person said, "Can we stop normalizing vulgarity? Someone please bring class back!!!" Another added, "Just why? So unnecessary."

The color may have won some hearts, but the bold fabric choice was a lightning rod, as one netizen voiced, "It's a great color for her. I just can't stand the nude concept.! it looks so cheap [sic]." Another chimed in, "Beautiful colour but can we just stop with the sheer looks? Not classy [sic]."

Still, Johnson's fans weren't backing down. They fired back in full force, defending her bold fashion choice with passion, as one exclaimed, "Flawless! Wow," and another gushed, "She is stunning 😍 the color of the dress is perfect on her body 😍!!" And a third fan said, "She looks stunning, this purple hue on lace is majestic. And it's 2025, yes it's sheer but it's tasteful [sic].💜"

Reddit joined the fray, and the claws came out, especially over the gown's drop-waist design. "The drop waist combined with the butt crack just makes it look like she's wearing a skirt that's falling down 😭," said one person. Another piled on, "Dropped waists at that length rarely look great, especially if the skirt goes to the floor."

And some took a walk down memory lane, comparing the look to the "Madam Web" actress's previous risqué appearances, with one netizen stating, "I like the color on her, but not the dropped waist. It looks like someone is pulling off a Barbie skirt or something it starts so low. I appreciate that it's less sheer than her Kering Foundation look, but I'll be glad when she's out of her peek a boo phase [sic]."

Unbothered by the noise, Johnson spoke candidly to Vogue about her lifelong love of fashion and refusal to conform.

"Fashion has actually kind of always been a personal thing for me. I refused to let anyone dress me when I was a kid, and I put together some of the most outrageous looks [...] I was just kind of always into clothes, I was always going into my mom's closet, trying on her gowns from premieres and things," she told the magazine.

Her passion for self-styling runs deep, even on set. "It was a period film, so all the clothes were, like, late '60s [sic]," she said, remembering her work tailoring vintage Levi's for "Black Mass." Whether you see a bold fashion icon or a boundary-pusher gone too far, there's no denying Dakota Johnson has once again dominated headlines and ignited a firestorm of opinion.

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