Amanda Seyfried's latest red-carpet appearance has divided fashion fans after she stepped out in a sculptural white Shushu/Tong babydoll dress for the New York premiere of Netflix's animated film Steps. Styled by Elizabeth Stewart, the look paired a cropped, voluminous silhouette with Tiffany & Co. jewellery.
The actress attended the film's world premiere at The Plaza Hotel in New York City on Sunday, 8 November, wearing a cream-coloured minidress from the Shanghai-based fashion label. The design featured a scoop neckline, thin spaghetti straps and an empire waist, with a rounded, balloon-like skirt that created a pronounced volume around the hips.
A pointed bow beneath the bust added a playful, feminine detail, while the textured taffeta fabric gave the otherwise simple dress additional dimension. Seyfried completed the look with matching satin pumps and Tiffany & Co. jewellery, including Triple Drop link earrings and two gold rings.
The styling offered a modern interpretation of princess dressing, fitting for Seyfried, who voices Cinderella in the upcoming animated musical.
Did the Babydoll Silhouette Miss the Mark?
The outfit prompted a lively discussion on Reddit, where fashion fans debated the dress's proportions, construction and overall effect. One commenter summed up the criticism: 'Yeah it's like a babydoll but.... done wrong'. Others questioned the skirt's puffed-out shape, with one user saying they were not a fan of its volume. Another compared its proportions to a sundress that was simply too short.
The fabric and structure also attracted criticism. One Reddit user thought the skirt looked too firm rather than softly voluminous, while another suggested the dress looked like it needed steaming and pressing. Some felt the white colour made it look too casual for a major film premiere, describing it as more suitable for brunch than a red carpet.
A few commenters also questioned the placement of the empire waist, suggesting that lowering it slightly could have improved the proportions. Others thought the loose hair obscured the dress's floral detailing and interrupted its overall shape.
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The reaction was not entirely negative. Some users liked the silhouette's retro quality, with one comparing it to a Mary Quant-inspired shape. Another described the look as cute in a distinctly 2000s way, while others praised Seyfried's hair, make-up and accessories.
One commenter said they loved the dress, even though they acknowledged the style wouldn't appeal to everyone. Another felt the actress looked beautiful, even if the outfit wasn't a favourite.
Shushu/Tong's Feminine Aesthetic
Shushu/Tong is known for combining traditionally feminine details with more unconventional shapes. Its designs frequently incorporate bows, ruffles, pearls and retro-inspired silhouettes, giving familiar wardrobe staples a more playful or subversive treatment.
Seyfried's premiere outfit reflected that approach. The short hemline and delicate neckline suggested a classic babydoll dress, while the pronounced skirt volume and central bow made the design more theatrical.
The choice also connected to her role in Steps. Rather than a traditional floor-length princess gown, Seyfried chose a contemporary take on fairytale dressing, in a white palette with a distinctly youthful silhouette.
Her Tiffany & Co. accessories added a more polished element to the look. Reports placed the jewellery at more than $15,000 (£11,160), including the earrings and rings she wore on the carpet. The actress is also an ambassador for the luxury jewellery house.
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Amanda Seyfried Leads the 'Steps' Premiere Cast
Seyfried was joined at the premiere by her co-stars, including Ali Wong, Stephanie Hsu, Bette Midler, Daniel Radcliffe and Young Mazino. Wong and Hsu, who voice the stepsisters Lilith and Margot, also wore statement designs, choosing jewel-toned looks from Greta Constantine and Simone Rocha, respectively.
Directed by Alyce Tzue and John Ripa, Steps revisits the Cinderella story from the stepsisters' perspective. The story follows Lilith and Margot after they disrupt the Royal Ball, forcing Lilith to work with Cinderella to save the kingdom and repair their relationship.
The film shifts the focus away from the traditional romance and towards sisterhood, giving the familiar fairytale a different perspective. Netflix has scheduled its release for 20 November 2026.
Whether the Shushu/Tong dress was a fashion hit or a misfire remains a matter of taste, but the contrasting Reddit reactions show that its distinctive silhouette certainly got people talking.
