Hunter Schafer has sparked mixed reactions online after wearing an unusual red-and-green outfit while promoting her upcoming series, Blade Runner 2099. A photo of the actress in the look on Thursday, 12 November caught the attention of fashion fans online, with some comparing its shape to a tote bag.
One commenter summed up the reaction with the line, 'Looks like a totebag wearing a totebag.' While some users questioned the design, others defended Schafer's bold fashion choices, showing how one outfit can divide even a group of fashion fans.
Fans Compare the Design
The outfit features a bright teal mini dress with a large red piece of fabric draped over it. The red layer hangs down from Schafer's shoulders, creating a loose shape that stands out against the fitted dress underneath. She completed the look with open-toe heels.
The Reddit post identified the outfit as a ready-to-wear look from Lii's Spring/Summer 2027 collection. It also credited Dara with styling the actress and Sandy Ganzer with her makeup. The post said Schafer wore the outfit while doing press for Blade Runner 2099 in West Hollywood on 12 November.
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Not everyone was convinced by the design, however, and several users focused on its unusual shape. One person joked that it looked like Schafer was wearing a tote bag over another tote bag. Another said they initially thought she was carrying a large shopping bag before looking at the other pictures.
Reddit Users Share Reactions
The tote bag comparison quickly became one of the most noticeable comments under the post. Other users made similar jokes, with one comparing the outfit to a shopping trip at Target. Another joked that the red piece looked like a holiday apron worn by a worker during a busy shopping day.
Some comments focused less on the overall look and more on how the outfit was put together. One user questioned whether the red fabric was properly attached or if Schafer had to keep her arms close to stop it from falling. Another suggested that the piece might have looked better if it had a stronger shape.
However, the reaction was not completely negative, as some fashion fans found the look creative. One commenter praised its bright colours and thick-looking material, while another said the outfit was fun despite its unusual design. The shoes also received praise, with some users saying they were their favourite part of the entire look.
Her Science Fiction Fashion Run
The outfit is part of Schafer's fashion appearances linked to Blade Runner 2099, in which she stars as Cora. The Prime Video series is set 50 years after the events of Blade Runner 2049 and follows Cora as she takes on the identity of a Blade Runner. She stars alongside Michelle Yeoh, who plays a replicant named Olwen.
Schafer has also worn other bold looks during the show's promotion, including a neon outfit by NIHL at the WIRED World Fair in Miami on 5 November. That look featured a bright yellow top with crystal details and a printed skirt. The unusual choice showed that she was willing to try different styles while promoting the science-fiction project.
For the Los Angeles premiere on 12 November, Schafer changed into a very different outfit by Prada. She wore a brown leather corset dress with a large fur coat, textured black tights and sparkling earrings. Makeup artist Sandy Ganzer also created eye makeup inspired by Daryl Hannah's character Pris from the original 1982 Blade Runner film.
