Julia Roberts divided fans with her latest off-duty look when she stepped out for a spot of vintage shopping in Paris with her longtime stylist, Elizabeth Stewart, on October 10th.
The 58-year-old Oscar-winning actress may be known for her acting talents, but her sartorial choices don’t always receive unanimous praise. And her latest ensemble, featuring voluminous black balloon pants and an oversized blazer, was no exception, with some social media users criticizing the casual outfit. Keep reading for all the details…
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Julia Roberts Wears Balloon Pants And An Oversized Blazer While Vintage Shopping In Paris
The Notting Hill alum was photographed browsing vintage boutiques in the French capital alongside her stylist, while Stewart herself also shared some candid pics of Roberts on her Instagram account.
For the shopping trip, the Erin Brockovich star opted for a relaxed yet fashion-forward ensemble, with a pair of black pleated balloon pants from ME+EM (one of Kate Middleton's go-to brands!) taking center stage. They featured a high waist, a dramatically voluminous silhouette through the legs, and tapered ankle cuffs.
Roberts teamed them with ME+EM's mink-colored Heritage Icon oversized blazer, which featured a relaxed fit and sleeves pushed up to three-quarter length. Underneath, she wore a dark brown and burgundy argyle knit polo top, adding another layer of texture to the look.
The Pretty Woman actress completed her ensemble with a pair of sneakers from luxury British footwear brand Sole Bliss, black sunglasses, and a red Delvaux crossbody bag, which added a pop of color while keeping her hands free for shopping. Her blonde locks were styled in a center-parted down do with soft waves, while her understated accessories kept the focus on her statement trousers and oversized tailoring.
Balloon pants have become one of 2026's more divisive fashion trends, thanks to their exaggerated proportions and distinctive shape. And while some fans loved Roberts' take on the trend, others weren't quite so convinced…
Social Media Users Are Divided Over Julia Roberts' Paris Street Style
"Is this street style?" asked one Instagram user, to which a second quipped: "This is a no style at all." Ouch! "Not much effort is right," wrote a third, as a fourth slammed: "This is a mess."
However, not everyone felt the same way, with several fans praising her laid-back, effortlessly chic style.
"Love the pants and sneaks. Oh it's all cuuuuuuute!" exclaimed one fan on Stewart's Instagram account. "OMG this is everything," raved a second, as a third said the actress was "gorgeous." A fourth gushed: "All of this just feels so joyful... and looks super cool and chic."
