Amal Clooney, 47, cuts an elegant figure in a pink thigh-split dress as she and her dapper husband George, 64, head out for dinner in Lake Como
The couple, aged 47 and 64 respectively, were seen greeting guests for an aperitif before heading out by boat to Villa Passalacqua for the evening.
Amal exuded elegance in a flowing fuchsia gown with a high slit and bow detail, paired with a gold clutch and pink bouquet.
Meanwhile George put on a dapper display in a sharp grey suit and aviator sunglasses as they headed out arm-in-arm together.
The couple, who own a mansion in Laglio on Lake Como, are in the area to host an exclusive experience organised by the Clooney Foundation for Justice, with dinners and events attended at Villa Passalacqua.
Esteemed lawyer Amal, who married Clooney in 2014, is known for showcasing her stunning wardrobe at every turn.
The experience will set guests back at least €100,000 (£87,000) for the rare opportunity to hobnob with George and Amal.
While organisers denied the suggested fee was €160,000 (£139,284) correct, they did confirm that it will set attendees back six figures.
During the four-day break, those wealthy enough to afford it will enjoy fine wines, gourmet food and the breathtaking scenery of the lake from the palatial hotel.
It has been branded a 'philanthropic travel experience' near the Clooney estate, where participants will be invited to join the couple's 'quest to change the world'.
The extremely exclusive event bids to raise money for the Clooney Foundation, which provides free legal aid to wrongly imprisoned journalists and support to women's rights groups around the world.
The gathering is so selective that just 16 people will attend to discuss world affairs with Amal and George. The group will be invited to a welcome reception and then a garden party hosted by George and Amal.
The Passalacqua is a striking venue which was built in the 18th century and rooms cost up to €12,000 per night for their grandest suite, the Bellini.
One dinner will be held at the historic Villa del Balbianello, where Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones and Casino Royale have both filmed.
She oozed sophistication in her gorgeous pink dress with a matching bouquet
During the four-day break, those wealthy enough to afford it will enjoy fine wines, gourmet food and the breathtaking scenery of the lake from the palatial hotel
The extremely exclusive event bids to raise money for the Clooney Foundation, which provides free legal aid to wrongly imprisoned journalists and support to women's rights groups
The couple are parents to eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander, and reside in the English countryside. They also own a significant estate on Lake Como and a chateau in France
Guests will also be treated to 'an enchanting evening at Teatro Sociale di Como.'
There will also be live music and performances 'woven throughout the experience, celebrating storytelling, music and artistic expression in the pursuit of justice.'
The couple are parents to eight-year-old twins Ella and Alexander, and reside in the English countryside. They also own a significant estate on Lake Como and a chateau in Provence, France.
The couple famously spend a lot of time at their Lake Como property, Villa Oleandra, which is reportedly worth over $100million (£75,247,400).
George purchased the villa from the Heinz family in 2002 for a reported $10million (£7,524,740). Over the years, the property's value has significantly increased.
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