Amal Clooney, 47, wows in white with stunning fringed gown as she joins suave husband George, 64, and pals for dinner on a boat in Lake Como
The couple, aged 47 and 64 respectively, oozed Hollywood glamour, with the human rights lawyer looking sensational in a white fringed gown.
Her Giambattista Valli dress featured 20s inspired fringing and off-the-shoulder sleeves, flaunting her lithe frame as she met pals and was gifted a bunch of flowers.
The actor nailed his suave look in a grey suit with a sharp striped shirt underneath, as he stepped onto a boat with his wife of nine years.
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 George 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.
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 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 $100 million (£75,247,400).
George purchased the villa from the Heinz family in 2002 for a reported $10 million (£7,524,740). Over the years, the property's value has significantly increased.
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