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Award-winning actress Florence Pugh has become a global star in a relatively short period of time since her acting debut in 2014. As a versatile actress she’s played numerous roles ranging from an assassin superhero to a cult victim. She’s stunned fans on screen for her emotional portrayals and off-screen for her phenomenal fashion. Her bold style has made her an influential figure in the fashion world, where she was named brand ambassador for Valentino. The actress looked sensational attending Valentino’s recent “Un Château” show, representing the brand in a lilac sheer gown from their “Le Club” couture collection.

The sheer gown caused controversy for its provocative style, but the star quickly shut down the critics, stating she was excited to wear the dress. She went on to talk about how men are too comfortable degrading women in public and how ignorant it really is. Wearing the dress was a powerful moment for the actress, who was able to stand up for not only herself but for women around the world. In the book series Defiance, written by C. J. Redwine, a young woman stands up to the patriarchal tyranny controlling her city to find the truth and be with the man she loves. Forced to be constantly watched by a male protector and cover her body, she would’ve been punished or worse for wearing Valentino’s sheer gown. But it would make for a powerful statement against the tyrannical government controlling the women.

In the defiance series women are kept under the protection of men and must follow the laws set out for them, including a shorter education where they learned dancing and sewing. After running away with the boy she loves to find her dad and escape the tyranny of the patriarchal government, she finds a purpose in freeing her people from their rule. But in order to establish equality, she’ll have to first wage a war with the old way of thinking. Freedom comes a cost that some aren’t willing to pay. She will have to find people she can trust to help rebuild the city.

Readers interested in dystopian and post apocalyptic books will love this romantic adventure by C.J. Redwine. Readers can purchase the series in stores and online. Fans of Florence Pugh’s Valentino gown can buy a similar lavender dress from Milla. The Lydiah sheer maxi dress is a more affordable option from Yes Style. Fans who want more coverage can buy the Valentino Garavani silk-georgette midi dress on The Outnet.