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Olivia Wilde and Emma Roberts dazzle in floor-length gowns as they party in the sunshine at the Zimmermann event

Olivia Wilde and Emma Roberts dazzle in floor-length gowns as they party in the sunshine at the Zimmermann event

Daily Mail​19-06-2025

and Emma Roberts looked ready for summer in flowing long dresses as they attended the Zimmermann event in Mykonos, Greece.
Actress Olivia, 41, stunned in a plunging black halter neck dress which featured cut-out panels across the hips.
Emma, 34, meanwhile, looked sensational in a sheer dress which featured a stylish snake-print design. The stars looked in their element as they posed in the sunshine with the ocean behind them.
Snatched style: Olivia showed off the results of her gym visits in the sexy cut-out design

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Scottish Sun

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  • Scottish Sun

I tried kids clothing as a size 10 with DD's to see if I could really save money while still looking stylish

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