Amal Clooney exudes sophistication in fitted leather skirt – and debuts shorter hair


Human rights barrister Amal's hairstylist, Dimitris Giannetos, took to Instagram to share photos of George Clooney's wife rocking leather


Amal Clooney in chocolate brown dress© Getty
Katie Daly
Katie DalyLifestyle Writer
April 2, 2026
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Amal Clooney was the epitome of modern sophistication in a new set of photos posted on social media by her hairstylist, Dimitris Giannetos. The human rights barrister and wife of George Clooney was pictured ahead of the Cartier Women's Initiatives Dialogue event in Milan, Italy, in an all-black look with a twist. 

She rocked a leather midi skirt by Elie Saab in a stylish crocodile print. It featured flat pockets and was belted for an extra cinched look. The figure-skimming number was paired with a fitted black top with a bateau neckline, and for her accessories, she added a pair of oversized shades and a gold chain bracelet.

Amal's hair glow-up

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Her hair had been blow-dried to frame her face and highlight her warm caramel highlights. Her stylist also revealed that he had cut her hair for the event. "I wanted to subtly change Amal's hair color and length! La Panthère highlights are bold, but at the same time look effortless and very elegant," Dimitris penned on Instagram. 

Amal stepping out of car in leopard print coat © Getty
Amal's hair used to be one darker colour

"Amal's look features a rich, warmed-up brunette base paired with soft caramel face-framing – a perfect match for her olive-warm skin tone and dark eyes," celebrity hairstylist Jason Collier, who has worked in the hair industry for over 20 years, told us previously of Amal's warmer hair transformation (her locks were once one solid raven hue). 

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"The warmth in the colour brings light to her complexion and softens facial features, while the subtle highlights add dimension without overpowering her signature dark hair. The result is polished, elevated and glowing rather than stark or high-contrast."

Making a statement in leather

Amal's leather skirt is the ultimate statement piece for a transitional wardrobe, given April's uncertain weather. It's not the first time Amal has worn a leather midi skirt, though, and her style from 2018 was one to remember.

Human rights lawyer Amal wearing leather skirt while speaking on stage © Getty Images
Human rights lawyer Amal wore the leather skirt while speaking on stage during the 2018 Massachusetts Conference For Women

The lawyer was seen posing with actress, comedian and advocate Maysoon Zayid backstage during the Massachusetts Conference For Women at Boston Convention & Exhibition Center. Her asymmetrical wrap skirt featured white piping and a statement white waistband.

Maysoon Zayid and Human rights lawyer Amal Clooney pose for a photo © Getty Images
Amal proved that a leather skirt always looks chic when paired with black accessories

It was paired with a black sleeveless top and the classic power accessory, a pair of pointed-toe stilettos.

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