Since John Galliano was named creative director of Maison Margiela in October 2014, Amal Clooney has graced the red carpet twice wearing custom-made Galliano gowns.The first appearance was at the Met Gala, where the lawyer dazzled in a scarlet tiered dress and just weeks later she rocked a gold halter neck gown to accompany her husband George to the premiere of Tomorrowland.
Amal and George Clooney at the Met Gala
Amal looked stunning on both occasions, but her fashion choice drew some criticism from fans who felt that, with Amal being a human rights lawyer, it was inappropriate for her to work with the designer who made anti-Semitic remarks in 2011.But the reason behind Amal joining forces with the somewhat controversial fashion figure has become clear – his partner Alexis Roche is seemingly Amal's new stylist.
Amal Clooney wore a stunning gold gown to the premiere of Tomorrowland
Alexis has added the two looks to his online portfolio and posted several photos of Amal to his social media accounts with the caption, "styled by me".The stylist has dressed many high-profile women including Uma Thurman, Marion Cotillard and model-of-the-moment Kendall Jenner – he was responsible for the Azzedine Alaia crop top and skirt ensemble that she wore in Cannes.
Maison Margiela representatives declined to comment on Alexis' position as Amal's stylist, simply saying: "The Maison wishes not to speak on this subject just yet."