“How many sheer looks will Dakota Johnson do? And this one isn’t even good.” Fans divided over actor’s latest appearance

Dakota Johnson is no stranger to making bold fashion statements, but her latest look at the Zurich Film Festival has divided opinion. The actress arrived at the 21st edition of the festival wearing a custom Gucci gown designed under Demna’s new creative leadership, and while the outfit drew plenty of attention, it quickly became a point of debate across social media.

The gown featured a long-sleeved, sapphire-toned design with a semi-sheer bodice contrasted against a full drop-waist skirt. The voluminous layers of fabric gave the ensemble an architectural quality, but the transparent detailing at the top was what immediately caught the eye. Many fans took to X to share their thoughts, with some praising the daring choice and others saying the look felt uninspired compared to Dakota’s previous red-carpet appearances. One comment that went viral simply read, “How many sheer looks will Dakota do? And this one isn’t even good.”

Johnson accessorised her look with bold Roberto Coin jewellery, a nod to her ambassadorship for the brand, which she joined earlier this year. Her stylist Kate Young, who also works with Scarlett Johansson and Julianne Moore, coordinated the outfit. The collaboration between Gucci and Dakota also marks an early high-profile moment for Demna’s creative directorship at the fashion house, which unveiled its spring 2026 collection earlier this week in Milan.

While the gown drew mixed fashion reviews, the evening itself was significant for Dakota Johnson. She received the prestigious Golden Eye award from the festival, celebrating her career achievements ahead of the premiere of her latest film Splitsville. The recognition underscored her evolving presence in both Hollywood and international cinema, even if her outfit overshadowed the honour in online discussions.

This is not the first time Dakota’s fashion choices have dominated headlines. From her frequent collaborations with Gucci to her appearance at high-profile fashion dinners alongside Baz Luhrmann and Demi Moore earlier this month, her red carpet identity has become closely tied to bold risks. Yet as social media reactions to her Zurich gown prove, not every risk lands with universal applause.