Naomi Watts Divides Fashion Critics in Ruffled Balmain at TIFF 2015

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Naomi Watts courted worst-dressed lists when she first showed up at the 40th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) wearing a heavily ruffled Balmain dress.

Naomi Watts in a nude Balmain Resort 2016 gown that didn't impress the fashion critics at the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival "Demolition" premiere and opening night galaNaomi Watts in a nude Balmain Resort 2016 gown that didn’t impress the fashion critics at the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival “Demolition” premiere and opening night gala at Roy Thomson Hall on September 10, 2015, in Toronto, Canada (Credit: Bakounine / Shutterstock)

The ensemble earned mixed reviews, with some liking the look on her and others criticizing her dress choice. But the 46-year-old red carpet veteran has since redeemed herself with the rest of her TIFF looks.

One of our favorites is this black and white look that she sported for the Demolition photocall:

Naomi Watts wore a stunning black-and-white Burberry dress featuring intricate embroidery, black panels, and mixed-materialsNaomi Watts wore a stunning black-and-white Burberry dress featuring intricate embroidery, black panels, and mixed materials (Credit: WENN)

The actress flaunted her legs in a stunning Burberry eyelet dress, emphasizing her slim figure and toned legs. She matched it with black and white Givenchy sandals and Anita Ko jewelry.

Naomi also opted for understated make-up. We love the blush tones that complemented her alabaster complexion and cropped blonde locks.

Actress Naomi Watts' wavy tresses added the finishing touch to this charming daytime look at the "Demolition" press conferenceActress Naomi Watts’ wavy tresses added the finishing touch to this charming daytime look at the “Demolition” press conference at the 2015 Toronto International Film Festival at TIFF Bell Lightbox on September 11, 2015, in Toronto, Canada (Credit: WENN)

What do you think of this look? Very youthful and feminine, right? The dress isn’t out in stores yet, but you can get these similar finds from Farfetch:

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