For starters, we're used to seeing Charlize in classic, ultra-feminine silhouettes, flowing skirts and all-around timeless looks, so this is clearly outside her norm. Whether she's still portraying Agent Lorraine Broughton, her character in the upcoming film (which of course she is), or she's trying out a more dangerous red carpet style we're on the fence about whether it's working for her.
We do love the way her dewy, natural-looking makeup contrasted the dark ensemble, but did it help or hinder the overall image?
Her pulled back hair and side part are almost, at this point, a signature for her, but again would you have wanted it to be a bit edgier? Something a little more femme fatale?
This close up of the dress' details shows just how many moving parts the garment actually possesses: there's a pleated top with a plunging neckline, three-quarter length sleeves and a body chain illusion, a leather bralette and a skirt of fringe.
It's time to make your own conclusions.
So...thoughts?