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Dakota Johnson | Melanie Griffith and Dakota Johnson | Source: Getty Images
Dakota Johnson | Melanie Griffith and Dakota Johnson | Source: Getty Images

Dakota Johnson's Apparently Braless Outfit with Sweater Sparks Debate: 'Not Flattering' vs 'So Comfy'

Taitirwa Sehliselwe Murape
Sep 21, 2023
02:45 P.M.
  • Melanie Griffith's famous daughter, Dakota Johnson, was recently seen going grocery shopping while she adorned casual fall clothing.
  • When people saw photos of the actress in her baggy sweater, some noticed she was not wearing a bra, which led to debates about her outfit.
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Dakota Johnson at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills, California on March 27, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Dakota Johnson at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills, California on March 27, 2022 | Source: Getty Images

Hollywood actress Dakota Johnson, 33, daughter of famous movie star Melanie Griffith, 66, is well known for her acting feats. However, perhaps even more dazzling are her bold and chic fashion choices.

Dakota Johnson at the 89th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, USA in 2017 | Source: Getty Images

Dakota Johnson at the 89th Academy Awards in Los Angeles, USA in 2017 | Source: Getty Images

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According to the fashionista's stylist, Kate Young, Johnson's style borders between unique glamour and girl-next-door attire. Her clothes reside in the in-between space of being thoughtfully calculated and ethereal while still being casual when the occasion calls for it.

Dakota Johnson and Melanie Griffith at the premiere of "Don Jon" in New York City on September 12, 2013 | Source: Getty Images

Dakota Johnson and Melanie Griffith at the premiere of "Don Jon" in New York City on September 12, 2013 | Source: Getty Images

The "Fifty Shades of Grey" star and her styling team consciously decide what she will wear depending on the event and time of day. Of Johnson's formula, Young says:

"Classic, minimal, elegant, with just a little bit of fashion for day."

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Dakota Johnson at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills, California on February 26, 2017 | Source: Getty Images

Dakota Johnson at the Vanity Fair Oscar Party in Beverly Hills, California on February 26, 2017 | Source: Getty Images

When it comes to her dolled-up looks for her evening event attire, Young described Johnson as wanting to shine like a disco ball. The 33-year-old's keen eye for fashion is a trait she picked up from her mom.

Melanie Griffith and Dakota Johnson at the 87th Annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 22, 2015 | Source: Getty Images

Melanie Griffith and Dakota Johnson at the 87th Annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles, California on February 22, 2015 | Source: Getty Images

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After years of watching her famous mother dazzle in extravagant outfits as a socialite, Johnson took notes for when she would be old enough to follow in Griffith's footsteps. Over the years, Johnson and her mom have had several matchy mother-daughter moments.

Melanie Griffith and Dakota Johnson at the Teen Vogue "Young Hollywood" Party in West Hollywood, California in 2004 | Source: Getty Images

Melanie Griffith and Dakota Johnson at the Teen Vogue "Young Hollywood" Party in West Hollywood, California in 2004 | Source: Getty Images

One such moment was when they attended the Elle Women in Hollywood Awards and coordinated their looks. Johnson, her sister, mom, and grandmother dazzled in similar black ensembles.

Dakota Johnson, Tippi Hedren, Melanie Griffith and Stella Banderas at the 22nd Annual ELLE Women In Hollywood Awards in Los Angeles, California on October 19, 2015 | Source: Getty Images

Dakota Johnson, Tippi Hedren, Melanie Griffith and Stella Banderas at the 22nd Annual ELLE Women In Hollywood Awards in Los Angeles, California on October 19, 2015 | Source: Getty Images

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Dakota Johnson Was Recently Seen Grocery Shopping in a Casual Outfit, Which Sparked Debate Among the Public

This past Sunday afternoon, the "How to Be Single" talent was seen stepping out to do some grocery shopping. She wore large black shades, fluffy beige sweatpants, an oversized beige sweater, silver hoop earrings, and Adidas sneakers to pair off her cozy and casual look.

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Upon seeing the pictures of the star hauling a brown paper bag and a big watermelon to her car, people commented on the fact that it appeared as though she wasn't wearing a bra. One person stated:

"...she needs a decent bra."

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This then led to a bigger debate on the topic of women's undergarments and whether or not one needs to wear a bra. Some expressed that they found it perfectly fine not to wear a bra:

"When I was in France a couple of months ago, there were many women not wearing a bra..."

A screenshot of user comments about Dakota Johnson dated September 18, 2023 | Source: Daily Mail

A screenshot of user comments about Dakota Johnson dated September 18, 2023 | Source: Daily Mail

A screenshot of user comments about Dakota Johnson dated September 18, 2023 | Source: Daily Mail

A screenshot of user comments about Dakota Johnson dated September 18, 2023 | Source: Daily Mail

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Someone else mentioned that perhaps Johnson's choice to go braless had something to do with the weather. However, another person commented:

"What's with this the latest trend going around bra less? not flattering in the slightest."

A screenshot of a user comment about Dakota Johnson dated September 18, 2023 | Source: Daily Mail

A screenshot of a user comment about Dakota Johnson dated September 18, 2023 | Source: Daily Mail

As the conversation concerning the bra vs. no bra debate continued, others gave their opinions on the outfit as a whole. Of Johnson's causal wear, an unidentified person who saw the photos disclosed:

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"Not a fan but I do want that outfit, minus the shoes. Looks so comfy."

A screenshot of user comments about Dakota Johnson dated September 18, 2023 | Source: Daily Mail

A screenshot of user comments about Dakota Johnson dated September 18, 2023 | Source: Daily Mail

Despite the criticism by some over Johnson's fashions she wore on her recent trip to the grocery market, she continues to be known for serving looks, whether on the red carpet or running errands.

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