Lily Collins Dazzles in the Ultimate Thigh-High Split and Tights Combo!

Let's all take a moment to acknowledge the enchanting Lily Collins, the actress who appears to have an endless supply of charm and charisma. While her wardrobe on the Netflix sensation may be a riot of vibrant eccentricity, her real-life fashion choices tell a slightly different story, as we recently witnessed.

On a rather delightful Wednesday evening, Ms. Collins made a striking appearance alongside her husband, the dapper Charlie McDowell, at the press night after party for Barcelona in London. The venue, The Crypt in St Martin-in-the-Fields, was graced by the presence of the Los Angeles native, who donned a timeless ensemble. Picture this: a black knitted dress that hugs every curve—featuring a high neckline, a longline silhouette, long sleeves, and, wait for it, a daring thigh-high split. Yes, darling, you read that right.

Lily paired her cozy creation with sheer black tights and point-toe heels that whispered “elegance” while still maintaining that “I could conquer the world” vibe. And let’s talk about her hair—she wore it down, straight as a pin in a chic bob with a side parting, exuding an all-‘I woke up like this’ energy. Her makeup was nothing short of vampiric: a striking contrast of dark bronzer and thick brows against her porcelain complexion, hinting at a style that’s both mysterious and captivating.

Charlie, for his part, looked quite dapper himself in a mocha-hued tweed suit, layered over a crisp mint shirt and a sage green tie that made me wonder if he was actually a suave lead in a romantic film. But let’s not overshadow Lily's star power—she was the one who took the stage for her West End debut in the play Barcelona.

This play, cleverly penned by Bess Wohl, features the charming Álvaro Morte and is set to sweep audiences into an intense night in the enchanting city of Barcelona, where Irene, an American tourist, encounters Manuel, a Spanish gentleman of intrigue. What follows is a delightful rollercoaster of cultural discoveries, personal facades, and the vulnerability that makes us human—all peppered with both comedic and suspenseful moments, because who doesn’t love a good plot twist?

Directed by the talented Lynette Linton, Barcelona will run at the Duke of York’s Theatre until January 2025. And while Lily is busy stepping into yet another role as the American abroad, one can’t help but marvel at how she managed to swap the City of Lights for the glorious Barca without missing a beat. But, fear not! She has not forgotten her Parisian roots.

Earlier this week, Lily gifted her followers a nostalgic glimpse into her time on the set of Emily in Paris with a striking picture of herself in a red leather catsuit. With a playful caption teasing fans about the upcoming season—“Already seeing some amazing @emilyinparis Halloween costumes, so here is some more season four inspo...” —she left us all chuckling and buzzing with excitement.

So here’s to Lily Collins, who continues to remind us that life, much like her wardrobe, is best experienced with a splash of humor, a sprinkle of style, and a dash of wine—because darling, isn’t that the way to live?