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Bethenny Frankel, the former star of “The Real Housewives of New York City,” recently took to Instagram to share her thoughts on the fashion choices of the “Real Housewives of Dubai” at their Season 1 reunion. Known for her candid and no-nonsense opinions, Frankel didn’t hold back in expressing her views on the reunion outfits.
A Costume Party or a Reunion?
Frankel began by exclaiming, “This is a costume party,” as she zoomed in on the ladies of the Dubai franchise during the reunion episode. She playfully questioned the choice of attire, suggesting that without host Andy Cohen’s presence, she would have mistaken it for a themed costume party.
The Bravolebrity couldn’t help but compare the reunion looks of the Dubai Housewives to the early days of the “Real Housewives of New York City,” a franchise she was an original cast member of. Frankel reminisced about those early seasons, revealing that during Seasons 1 to 3, the cast did their makeup themselves, and she even wore a simple cable-knit sweater for the reunion.
A Blast from the Past
Bethenny Frankel invited her 2.7 million Instagram followers to revisit the outfits worn by the original “Housewives” stars during their early reunions. She noted that back then, the attire was often selected from their own closets, creating a more relatable and down-to-earth vibe.
In contrast, the Dubai Housewives, according to Frankel, have “taken it to the next level” with their extravagant outfits, making the reunion feel like a glamorous event rather than a casual get-together.
Mixed Reactions from Fans
While Bethenny Frankel clearly had her opinions on the reunion outfits, fans had mixed reactions to the Dubai Housewives’ fashion choices. Some fans praised the women for their bold and diverse styles, while others found the outfits uncoordinated and questioned the lack of color coordination compared to other “Housewives” franchises.
Fashion enthusiasts debated the merits of individual outfits, including those of Caroline Stanbury, Chanel Ayan, Lesa Milan, Nina Ali, Caroline Brooks, and Dr. Sara Al Madani, with each outfit receiving a variety of comments and critiques.
A Look Back at Early “Housewives” Fashion
Bethenny Frankel’s remarks shed light on the evolution of fashion within the “Real Housewives” franchise. She highlighted how the reunion looks have transitioned from simple and everyday attire to elaborate and extravagant outfits.
Andy Cohen, the host of “Watch What Happens Live” and a key figure in the Bravo universe, has also acknowledged the transformation in “Housewives” fashion. He once described the early reunion outfits as “horrible” and noted that they resembled what someone might wear to a PTA meeting rather than a high-profile reunion.
In recent years, “Housewives” reunions have become fashion-forward events, with the stars treating them like prom night, complete with glamorous gowns and designer ensembles.
As the “Real Housewives” franchise continues to expand to new cities and regions, fans can expect more fashion surprises and iconic reunion looks in the seasons to come.
