Feminist Emma Watson Attends Kering Foundation Dinner Sans Rumored New Boyfriend Brandon Green

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She has been an outspoken feminist and a vocal advocate for gender equality for years.

And recently, Emma Watson attended Kering Foundation’s inaugural Caring for Women dinner, a fundraiser to benefit organizations dedicated to ending gender-based violence.

The star-studded event, which raised over $3 million, was hosted by Anderson Cooper and co-chaired by the chairman and CEO of Kering Francois-Henri Pinault and his wife, Salma Hayek.

Emma Watson at the Kering Foundation's first Caring For Women Dinner in New York City on September 14, 2022Emma Watson at the Kering Foundation’s first Caring For Women Dinner in New York City on September 14, 2022 (Credit: Janet Mayer / Startraksphoto / Cover Images)

Arriving at The Pool on Park Avenue, Emma Watson commanded attention in a white semi-sheer gown by British label Alexander McQueen.

The 32-year-old actress looked ethereal in the see-through white lace dress that incorporates intricate floral and doily embroideries throughout the bodice and down to the floor-sweeping short train.

It also features an elegant jewel neckline, skin-baring slits on the upper, and a daring open-back design.

Emma Watson showcases her sexy back in a white sheer lace gown by Alexander McQueenEmma Watson showcases her sexy back in a white sheer lace gown by Alexander McQueen (Credit: JOHN EDDY / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

The Harry Potter star paired her whimsical dress with minimal jewelry, including a few silver rings, diamond-encrusted 18k white gold chain earrings from the Pomellato Catene collection, and a sculpted bracelet with diamonds from the Pomellato Fantina collection.

Her glossy brunette tresses were deeply parted to one side and pulled back into a neat bun, while her eyes were accentuated with mascara and brushed-up eyebrows. She also wore a sweep of blush and a hint of pink lipstick.

Emma Watson wears a side-parted hairstyle and highlights her eyes with mascara and brush-up eyebrowsEmma Watson wears a side-parted hairstyle and highlights her eyes with mascara and brush-up eyebrows (Credit: Janet Mayer / Startraksphoto / Cover Images)

Adding an edgy element to the feminine look, the Noah actress kept her essentials in Alexander McQueen’s Four Ring spiked leather clutch, available for $3,290 at Matches Fashion.

She then showed off her pedicured feet in chunky black sandals with a two-strap design, large buckles, platforms, and high block heels.

Emma Watson shows off her pedicured feet in a pair of chunky black high-heeled sandalsEmma Watson shows off her pedicured feet in a pair of chunky black high-heeled sandals (Credit: Janet Mayer / Startraksphoto / Cover Images)

Is Emma Watson Currently in a Relationship?

Her recent solo red-carpet appearance came just a few weeks after she was spotted on a Venetian getaway with her rumored new boyfriend, Brandon Green.

The two were pictured holding hands as they boarded a boat in Venice last month. Emma was clad in Reformation’s “Inka” red dress and black flat sandals, while Brandon donned a navy-blue tee with blue linen pants.

A source told Daily Mail that Brandon Green has been “wooing” Emma Watson.

The two sparked romance rumors after they were first pictured disembarking a helicopter in Battersea, London, in September last year, following her two-year relationship with businessman Leo Robinton.

Who Is Brandon Green?

Born in Monaco in 1992, Brandon is the son of Sir Philip Green, former chairman of the Arcadia Group, which owned British clothing retailers, including Topshop, Topman, Dorothy Perkins, Miss Selfridge, Burton, Debenhams, Evans, Wallis, and Warehouse. He’s about two years younger than Emma.

His mom, Cristina Green, is the owner of Taveta Investments, the parent company of the Arcadia Group, which entered administration in November 2020.

In April 2021, the couple ranked 1299th on Forbes’ World’s Billionaire list, with an estimated net worth of $2.4 billion.

Sir Philip Green, Cristina Green, Brandon Green, and Chloe Green at the gala for the Global Ocean hosted by H.S.H. Prince Albert II in September 2019Sir Philip Green, Cristina Green, Brandon Green, and Chloe Green at the gala for the Global Ocean hosted by H.S.H. Prince Albert II in September 2019 (Credit: David Niviere / ABACA / INSTARimages)

Brandon Green was featured in Tatler’s Top 10 Single Billionaires list in 2014.

As per Daily Mail sources, Brandon has a different career aspiration than his father. He instead shares similar interests with Emma as he’s more invested in the environment and charity work.

“He got very interested in biodiversity and saving the oceans. He does a lot of charity work with both Monaco’s Prince Albert’s foundation and Princess Charlene’s foundation.”

“He is very into fitness and gets involved with galas and charities that help the planet. He does frequent beach clean-ups and whatever he can to help.”