Talented actress Nicole Kidman, 56, recently caused quite a stir online with her bold outfit choice at the Prime Video premiere of her series Expats.

Kidman, who became an international star with her role in Days of Thunder, wore a stunning, figure-hugging black dress by Atelier Versace. The dress featured a daring backless design, a high slit, and left plenty of skin exposed on each side. She completed the look with sparkling silver jewelry from Roberto Coin, rose-tinted makeup, and her hair flowing loosely.

As pictures of Kidman in her eye-catching Versace dress spread across social media, reactions were divided. Some people loved her look, while others were less impressed.

Critics had their say, with one Instagram user commenting on a picture posted by Roberto Coin: “Not elegant at all… very disappointed with her choice. At her age, this is not the way to dress up.” Another person added that her look was “not feminine,” and someone else remarked, “Omg, she is too thin; I love this woman and wish her the best, [I] just worry about her 😍❤️.”

On the other hand, many people praised Kidman’s fashion choice. Admirers were amazed by the beauty of the gown, with one comment reading, “The gown is beautiful,” and another noting that Kidman’s “beauty is only matched by the stupendous Versace dress.” A particularly enthusiastic compliment said, “This is the best I’ve seen in a long time.”

No matter the mixed reactions, Kidman has long been celebrated as a fashion icon in the entertainment industry. She credits her love for fashion to her mother, Janelle, and her grandmother.

Reflecting on her childhood, Kidman told People in November last year, “I grew up as a little girl with a grandmother that loved fashion and could sew, and my mother the same… I watched them sew, embroider, and knit, crochet. And I think when you grow up seeing the people in your household do that, then you love that.”

Even today, Kidman enjoys involving her mother in her dressing process for events. She often speaks about her enduring passion for fashion, telling the Hollywood Reporter, “I’ve always been drawn to fashion, mainly classic lines with a twist; but edginess is something I don’t shy away from.”

Reflecting on her early days in the United States, Kidman feels fortunate to have made connections with designers who became her friends at a young age.

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