Shailene Woodley opted for a more subdued ensemble at an Emmys after-party, covering her much-discussed red carpet attire with a T-shirt. The actress, 34, had drawn significant online criticism for her original Emmys look, curated by stylist Karla Welch, which featured an ill-fitting blue bodysuit, bedazzled oversized pants, and maroon opera gloves.
The fashion choice sparked a flurry of comments on social media, with many users urging Woodley to replace her stylist. The backlash intensified as the public discussion of her outfit coincided with recent comments made by her ex-fiancé, Aaron Rodgers.
Rodgers, 42, had claimed on the "Not Just Football" podcast that Woodley had expressed a desire to "go f*** another man" before their planned marriage. This remark quickly drew parallels online, with some social media users linking the perceived fashion misstep to the controversy surrounding Rodgers's statements.
Woodley's attire for the Disney party, held at Vibiana, consisted of a grey and yellow oversized top paired with the original glitzy trousers from her red carpet appearance. This choice came just hours after her initial Emmys appearance.
The actress and Rodgers, a football star, were engaged in December 2020, but their relationship ended approximately three months later. Rodgers recently detailed their breakup, stating that Woodley had informed him of her desire to be with someone else before their wedding. He also suggested that narratives surrounding their split had been inaccurate.
Sources close to Woodley have reportedly expressed concern over Rodgers's remarks, describing them as out of character and noting that the two have not been in contact for over two years. Woodley had previously described the end of their relationship as a "traumatic thing."
The 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards took place at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles.