Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · October 6, 2025 · Entertainment

Emma Watson Strikes Back at Criticism Amidst Miu Miu Fashion Week Glamour

Emma Watson brushed off the storm surrounding her comments about JK Rowling as she led the A-list turnout at the Miu Miu show during Paris Fashion Week on Monday

DRAMA IN THE FASHION WORLD: EMMA WATSON BRUSHES OFF JK ROWLING'S SCATHING ATTACK

The catfight between Emma Watson and JK Rowling has reached new heights, with the Harry Potter author unleashing a scathing attack on the actress in a bid to defend her own views on trans rights. But Emma, 35, was unfazed by the drama, opting instead to paint on a smile as she arrived at the Miu Miu show during Paris Fashion Week on Monday.

The fashionista, who's been making waves with her latest public statements, looked stunning in a pale pink mini dress and brown suede jacket as she climbed onto the back of a motorbike to make her way to the show. It was a far cry from the criticism she's faced in recent days, with Rowling accusing her of being "ignorant" and "cosying up" to a movement that regularly calls for a friend's assassination.

The Harry Potter star painted on a smile as she arrived for the show after Rowling branded her 'ignorant' in a scathing social media post in the wake of their differing views on trans rights

The drama between the two began when Emma publicly criticized Rowling's views on trans rights, leading the author to fire back with a series of scathing attacks. Rowling accused Emma of being "blinded by wealth and privilege," suggesting that her experiences as a multimillionaire from a young age have left her "ignorant of how ignorant she is."

"I wasn't a multimillionaire at 14," Rowling wrote in a statement on Monday. "I lived in poverty while writing the book that made Emma famous. I therefore understand from my own life experience what the trashing of women's rights in which Emma has so enthusiastically participated means to women and girls without her privileges."

But it's not just Rowling who's been taking aim at Emma. The actress has also faced criticism from fans and fellow celebrities, with some accusing her of being out of touch with reality. But Emma has refused to back down, insisting that she still "treasures" Rowling and the impact she had on her life.

Having been criticised by Rowling for being 'an ignorant movie star,' Emma attempted to show fans a more grounded side of things as she arrived for the show in a motorbike

"I really don't believe that by having had that experience and holding the love and support and views that I have, mean that I can't and don't treasure Jo and the person that I, that I had personal experiences with," Emma said in a recent interview.

Rowling's attacks on Emma have sparked a heated debate about privilege and entitlement, with many calling for the actress to speak out against Rowling's views. But others have defended Emma, saying that she has every right to express her opinions and support trans rights.

As the drama continues to unfold, it seems clear that this is more than just a catfight between two celebrities. It's a battle over the very future of women's rights and the power dynamics at play in the fashion world.

Ahead of the show, Emma was pictured arriving on the back of a motorbike

AND NOW, THE FASHION

Despite the drama, Emma looked every inch the supermodel as she arrived at the Miu Miu show on Monday. Joined by fellow A-listers Kylie Jenner, Emma Corrin, and Poppy Delevingne, the actress was a vision of style in her pale pink mini dress.

Poppy oozed Parisian chic in a grey tartan mini dress, while Morgan Stewart turned heads in a black and brown leather jacket. The fashion crowd was out in full force for Miu Miu's show, with designers and models alike turning up to see the latest collections.

Despite her recent rift with Rowling, she was in high spirits as she headed to the event

As the drama between Emma and Rowling continues to make headlines, one thing is clear: this is more than just a battle of egos. It's a fight for the future of women's rights and the power dynamics at play in the fashion world.

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Her playful nature was a stark contrast to the star's comments about Rowling, which led the author to hit back in a scathing social media post

In by far her most personal criticism yet, Rowling suggested the actress had been blinded by wealth and privilege

'Like other people who've never experienced adult life uncushioned by wealth and fame, Ms Watson has so little experience of real life she's ignorant of how ignorant she is,' she said

Emma opted for a stylish pale pink mini dress and a brown suede jacket as she made her way into the Miu Miu show

The outing comes after Emma was condemned for being 'ignorant of how ignorant she is' by Harry Potter author JK Rowling

She said the actress's public criticism of her gender critical stance had 'poured more petrol on the flames' of the abuse she had suffered (the pair are pictured together in 2011)

The writer also dismissed Emma's recent claim that she 'still treasures' her by accusing the star of 'cosying up' to a movement that 'regularly calls for a friend's assassination'

Rowling has previously vowed to 'never forgive' Emma or her Harry Potter co-stars for having 'cosied up to a movement intent on eroding women's hard-won rights'

Rowling then focussed her fire on Emma by suggesting her views on trans rights were due to her lack of experience of 'real life'

Speaking to On Purpose with Jay Shetty, Emma said her support for trans rights did not mean she had turned against the woman who shaped her life

Emma said: 'I really don't believe that by having had that experience and holding the love and support and views that I have, mean that I can't and don't treasure Jo'

She was joined by The Crown star Emma Corrin, who showed off their quirky sense of style

The influencer showed off her eye-popping curves in the semi-sheer dress, which she teamed with grey tights

Kylie put on a dazzling display in the sparkly black dress, teamed with matching accessories

Kylie Jenner put on another showstopping display in an eye-catching black lace dress as she headed to the Miu Miu show

The influencer showed off her famous curves in the form-fitting dress with delicate sequins as she headed into the event

No stranger to catching the eye with her outfits, Kylie posed up a storm in the form-fitting black dress with a sheer overlay and sequinned detailing

Days after shutting down rumours she was dating Zac Efron, Nina Dobrev was solo as she arrived for the Miu Miu show

The former Vampire Diaries star opted for a navy blue buttoned bomber jacket and a matching mini skirt

Other names in attendance for Miu Miu's show included Emma, who opted for a quirky tartan jacket and a contrasting printed skirt

The actor teamed the outfit with funky silver sequinned socks and chunky loafers as they arrived for the show

No stranger to catching the eye with their looks, Emma was hard to miss in their fun outfit

Lori Harvey flaunted her famous figure in a mustard yellow mini skirt, teamed with a dark brown suede jacket

The model stunned in her chic look as she arrived for Paris Fashion Week's latest show

Caroline Daur went braless in a tight pink polo neck jumper and a brown satin midi skirt

The Germany model put on a stylish display at the show

Alexa Chung posed up a storm in her brown suede mini skirt, and a contrasting black and grey leather jacket

Cindy Bruna channelled a similar look to Emma, by opting for the same sequinned socks

Morgan Stewart was dressed in a contrasting black and brown biker jacket with a matching skirt and white knee-high boots

Anna Castillo slipped into a fitted red and navy blue top, teamed with a paper-esque white skirt

Joey King cut a stylish figure in a colourful printed mini dress