Angelina Jolie’s black leather dress at the 2012 Academy Awards
Angelina Jolie stunned the red carpet at the 2012 Academy Awards in a sleek black leather dress. The figure-hugging dress featured a daring thigh-high slit and a plunging neckline. Jolie completed the look with a pair of black stilettos and a simple
American actress Angelina Jolie wore a black dress on February 26, 2012, to the 84th Academy Awards at the Hollywood and Highland Center, where she presented the Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. Jolie's gown was styled by Jen Rade and created by Versace, a frequent dresser of Jolie on the red carpet. The strapless velvet piece gained praise from media publications, and is considered one of the most memorable dresses in fashion history. The look also spurred several internet memes surrounding Jolie's posing, and became a significant moment in pop culture.