Charli D'Amelio's latest red carpet appearance has sparked a heated fashion debate online, with some fans describing the look as 'atrocious' and questioning the styling behind it.
The TikTok star attended Variety's Power of Young Hollywood event in Los Angeles on Wednesday, 5 August, where her outfit quickly became one of the evening's most talked-about looks.
D'Amelio stepped onto the red carpet in a deep burgundy, semi-sheer two-piece ensemble. The look featured a sleeveless scoop-neck top paired with a floor-length pleated maxi skirt with tiered ruffle detailing at the hem. She completed the outfit with matching strappy heels while keeping the rest of her styling relatively understated.
charli d'amelio at the variety power of young hollywood pic.twitter.com/9pUDBK4pBn
— HollywoodCave (@HollywoodCave) August 6, 2026
Her Burgundy Outfit Gets Brutal Online Reactions
The rich burgundy shade was one of the few elements to receive consistent praise, but the overall silhouette proved far more divisive. Several commenters focused on the contrast between the loose-fitting top and the flowing pleated skirt, arguing that the separate pieces did not work together as well as they could have.
One fan said: 'The color looks absolutely incredible on her, but the shape of the top is completely fighting the flow of the skirt.' They added that whoever styled the outfit had 'left the job half done'.
Another commenter took issue with the overall fit, describing it as a cute outfit that was simply 'NOT flattering' on D'Amelio. Others were considerably harsher, with one critic writing: 'She needs a new stylist asap cause wtf is this.'
she’s so pretty but wtf is that dress😭
— nick (@nickmcswift) August 6, 2026
I’m not some fashion icon but bro what the hell is that dress, doesn’t look good at all
— HappyFriendlyMan (Divine Fumbler) (@JohnAmicability) August 6, 2026
me when i feel like giving nothing pic.twitter.com/UCOefOXkcg
— caden (@Iittlestory) August 6, 2026
See-Through Details Raise Even More Questions
Beyond the silhouette, the semi-sheer fabric became another major talking point. The chiffon-like material allowed the outline of D'Amelio's underwear to be visible beneath the skirt, while she went braless under the top.
The styling choice divided commenters, particularly those who said they were growing tired of sheer fashion dominating celebrity red carpets. One person wrote: 'I may be in the minority but can we stop normalizing see through clothing?'
Another commenter pointed to the Disney logo in the background, joking about the contrast between its family-friendly branding and D'Amelio's revealing outfit: 'Seeing Disney and nipples in the same photo... oh how the times had changed.'
The Stylist Behind Charli D'Amelio's Looks
D'Amelio has worked with stylist Carlee Barrow since 2023. While Barrow has styled the TikTok star for several high-profile appearances, including Coachella and Prada events, it has not been publicly confirmed whether she was responsible for D'Amelio's look at this particular Variety event.
Barrow previously worked as an in-house stylist for the D'Amelio family before establishing her own styling business. She began her career at luxury fashion house The Row and later trained under established stylists including Rob + Mariel, Dani Michelle and Jason Bolden.
D'Amelio has previously described her fashion style as varied, saying her choices change depending on how she feels. She has also said that she and Barrow work together when deciding on outfits for public appearances.
Inside Variety's Power of Young Hollywood Event
Variety's Power of Young Hollywood is an annual event celebrating emerging and established young talent across the entertainment industry. The event has become a regular fixture on Hollywood's calendar, bringing together actors, musicians, digital creators and other rising figures.
D'Amelio's appearance comes as she continues to expand her profile beyond TikTok with work in entertainment and fashion. While her latest red carpet look divided social media, it has firmly placed her outfit in the spotlight.
