What NOT to Wear in the Courtroom | The Fashion of Depp v. Heard

[@LegalBytesMedia]

Hey Byters! Are you all ready to get back into the trial? Things resume again Monday morning at 9AM EST and we'll be live from 8:30AM EST!

[@Cheerful_Bacon]

Looking forward to court resuming! Thank you for another great video and for continuously coving this trial❣️❣️❣️

[@RedMatthew]

Byters sounds kinda kinky

[@emanuelgaydou9895]

Byters! 😍 Can't wait to Monday!

[@acciomegapint2373]

Can't wait, thank you for the hard work!

[@monicarodrigues985]

Hi Alyte! Looking forward to to rejoin you and your guests, it's been a pleasure watching you all and be enlightened in the meanders of your legal system. Love from Portugal 🇵🇹 P.S. - take a peak on San's World channel, it has very interesting Abuser Heard's audio. Oh, Rob's explanation of the broken bed is there too.

[@JoButterwick]

I liked Camille’s white pants suit. It looked particularly effective when she stood at the judge’s desk alongside Elaine who was in black. It not only looked dynamic against the stuffy skirt and top worn by Elaine, but there was also strong symbolism of “good guys wear white, baddies wear black”.

[@be.A.b]

Camille was able to pull of that all white look great because she has a sweet and sincere look and personality. On the wrong person, an all white suit would read more flamboyant, attention-garbing, or even tacky. When Amber wore her all cream looks.. she reads more as a winy rich lady who can afford to wear such an unpractical color tbh

[@jesscork5500]

Funny you say that, when I watched Camille in her white pantsuit my immediate thought was 'she reminds me of an angel coming to serve justice against evil'

[@hodor8980]

When someone is having a time on the stand, crying and very emotional, the judge usually asks if the witness needs a moment to compose themselves. The fact that this never happened tells me that the judge isn't buying her displays of distress and crying. Not about attire, but about how the jury and judge are perceiving her.

[@commonsensecat6555]

Nobody's buying her crying act.

[@marygoodson4920]

Yes! I noticed that too!!.

[@franklyscar7959]

Oh I totally thought thst when it “appeared” to say she couldn’t breathe and looked like she was getting ready to get up. No one asked her if she needs a moment…her lawyer is so detached she didn’t ask for a timeout for her client. 😎🤷🏻‍♀️ lol🤦🏻‍♀️

[@kathyp1563]

Hadn't thought of that!!

[@oscillatewildly6553]

Good point, I've noticed that in other trials

[@RominaJones]

It was funny when Issac Baruch was asked about AH’s makeup skills, and he said they couldn’t have been that good as she had a makeup artist come-by on the regular. The shade! 😂

[@erica863]

Couldn’t they find that makeup artist to talk about any bruises or marks on her face? Would be an easy way to prove it, if it was true lol.

[@iraidushka]

She has no talent in anything. Just imaginary accomplishments. That is how usually goes with narcissists.

[@cristineconnell7803]

@@erica863 Didn't her makeup artist already testify? I know 1 did that worked for her when she said Johnny beat her head up with his ringed fists! Makeup artist said absolutely no signs of injury or trauma were witnessed by her! Amber lies & lies! Gracious

[@eve6875]

@@NicolaMaxwell No she won't because she is THAT GOOD at putting on her make up from her "bruise kit. No wait, not a bruise kit". 🤣🤣🤣 I'm being sarcastic. Sorry.

[@eve6875]

@@NicolaMaxwell It's like how that TikToker said it: She wasn't hiding anything. She was making something. Love that she always makes these slips.

[@LeighStewy]

I think it’s interesting that JD’s female lawyer strategically sits right beside JD, showing that as a women, she’s not afraid to be around him.

[@katiehettinger7857]

Good point.

[@pastywhite6669]

Excellent point. It's a game within a game.

[@bitKitty]

I’m convinced she has a crush on him! 😘

[@umi5648]

@@bitKitty she’s just doing her job lol she’s married

[@Sarah-sk8yu]

It will also be getting on AH's nerves lol

[@jennalee2344]

The main issue I have with AH’s hair is that we can see she has access to and time for sitting with a stylist for hours prior to trial. Which means her exhausted, somewhat bruised and swollen looking face is very deliberate. It’s one thing to think you’re being manipulated and another to outright know.

[@purplestars5410]

..I didn't even notice it like that. I was just thinking it was a bad make up job. Or like damn....she ain't as cute here as she is on the red carpet. 🤣🤣

[@Future-zx9ts]

And makeup artists often work on makeup at the same time a hairdresser is working on hair, to a certain extent. So she definitely has the time and ability , but it is deliberate that she has looked tired, stressed, etc, IMO.

[@theprati26]

She could also be looking exhausted coz of no liner no mascara thing. I mean i have had days when people have come up to me and asked me if I was okay coz I didn’t have a liner on. Like i feel that choice also plays part in her looking ‘exhausted’

[@Future-zx9ts]

@@theprati26 I agree that the no eye MU is definitely a deliberate choice. I have light eyes and skin, and when I don’t wear mascara or eye MU, you can tell a huge difference. IMO, it’s all part of the aesthetic she is trying to portray to play to the jury.

[@lisamoag6548]

She doesn’t match!

[@anned.3598]

If AH turns up in court next week with more 'relatable' hairstyles, we'll know her PR team dropped by Legal Bytes! 😂

[@IThink2Much]

I was thinking the same thing. I wouldn't doubt that they (or Amber, herself) are on KZbin quite a bit trying to figure out what would be helpful to her case. Maybe she even picks up some acting lessons from the tik tok compilations about her. 🤔

[@glittery_cucumber]

Fingers crossed Johnny shows up with an elaborate messy braid

[@judilyntravis1660]

Of course they get here. She has trolls all over lawtube

[@klmoll]

AH’s prim school marm hairstyle isn’t cutting it. Not buying it.

[@louhortonsculpture]

They should go to Rachel Hollis’s podcast to get ideas for the most relatable styles.

[@marysiatomanek538]

One additional thing that really stood out to me: Johnny's looks are on the same level as his teams'. He doesn't look better nor worse than his lawyer. Heard either looked "better" than her team (the difference was noticable especially when she was sitting in her power-suits next to Elain) or worse (when she was on the stand).

[@ericgrace9995]

I think some of Johnny's suits had a 70s mobster vibe...

[@Pinzey13]

This! Yes, that's a really interesting observation!

[@peekaboots01]

@@ericgrace9995 1970s was the decade of leisure suits and flared pants. He didn't look like that.

[@ericgrace9995]

@@peekaboots01 I was at University in the 70s. Towards the end of the decade, power suits and big hair was begining. The era of Dynasty and Dallas....and Scarface was round the corner !

[@CainXVII]

​@@ericgrace9995 I agree. The rings didn't help the mobster vibe.

[@badtvbad1]

Reading the comments, I agree with others that inconsistent hair and dress do not promote a feeling of a stable personality. I find the heavy blush weird, as it looks very much like the "bruises" she claims. Why would you want to point out to and remind the jury and the public that makeup can look like bruising? If you are being accused of faking bruises with makeup? wtf

[@carolinaramos7886]

I believe she has cheek implants, Lorry Hill on youtube has great analysis of her procedures during the years. Im not even sure if shes actually wearing heavy blush or contour, i think it might just be her implants + court lighting

[@brittanyfish7259]

I loved Camille's outfit on Thursday. I liked the light cream pant suit, I think it was clean, professional and feminine. It was clear that she was a professional but was softer and less authoritative than black which I thought was appropriate since she was objecting to Amber Heards testimony and didn't want to come off too strong and bullying.

[@Nikkers8]

I agree. Camille also has the perfect tone to ask the tough questions without coming across as harrasing a potential victim.

[@nikoletakonstantaki5068]

I had the same reaction! I think she should wear something like that when she’s cross examining amber, because I feel like amber is trying to portray a beautiful damsel in distress as there is mostly men on the jury, and I think it would balance out ambers image if Camille were to look more feminine than her while cross examining her, making her look more macho and any slight aggression looks like it’s being directed to Camille.

[@westieweardogkilts9715]

@@nikoletakonstantaki5068 maybe a soft blue as it has a calming effect on the senses and it's associated with truth or honesty.

[@DesignRhythm]

Yes, she looked in charge but feminine.. and damn sexy. Beautiful colors & styling.

[@korab.23]

I thought that too. Would not have had the same effect if she was in all black/navy. I also wonder if the chemistry between her and Johnny is being played up a bit to rattle Amber!

[@Debo_OG]

I have wondered a lot about amber’s updos everyday. How would the jury feel about the fact she’s getting her hair done every morning like she’s on the red carpet and not a courtroom 🤷‍♀️ of course, I’m a hairstylist so maybe I would notice that more than others

[@felicecomplice]

I’m a hairstylist too! Remember back in school when we studied the history of hairstyling. Women in cultures around the world would wear their hair in elaborate styles to convey social status. 🤔 Her updos are special occasion styles. To me these styles are a little out of touch considering the seriousness of this occasion. I would recommend a simple and smooth style. Anyone can forgive the once a week low ponytail. What message do you think these whimsical styles convey, if any?

[@nomad_sofficial]

As a hairstylist, did you find that her hair style on the 1st day on stand was representative of being pulled by the hair/assaulted, calling out to the juror's imagination? 🤔

[@michelleb7399]

I’m not a hairstylist by any definition. I can barely style my own hair. I definitely noticed that she’s getting her hair done for court every day. I have found it a bit distracting. Also, I’ve wondered about her styling (hair, clothes and makeup) choices, especially in the beginning. She looked like a dominatrix or some sort of Cold War era movie Eastern Bloc military sadist. Once people started noticing, she relaxed it to look like a sweet, innocent girl victim. Now that she’s taken the stand she’s been doing the matronly look with her clothes and yes, her hair has a hint of “it’s been pulled.” I think she had the one side up in Bobby pins so the jury could be sure to see her (weird) “emotions” as she told her story.

[@hodor8980]

I think it's a terrible decision. Jurors are most likely to be retired people, and those whose employers pay them during jury service, mostly large companies and governments. Retired people are going to be more conservative, and so are employees who have a straight job. But who knows, maybe the PR people have told her that she needs to be viewed has a successful actress who was horribly abused. And maybe she didn't listen to her PR people!

[@Debo_OG]

@@felicecomplice I agree. A smooth low ponytail would be much more appropriate for the occasion!

[@mainbae6154]

Love the video. It would be helpful to have more photos shown as examples.

[@sylvia106]

Yes, that would have made the video, this KZbin lawyer lacked evidence!

[@HirakoKuyo]

@@sylvia106 that 'KZbin lawyer' is for one an actual lawyer and has been livestreaming and commenting on every day of the trial since day 1 and puts so much effort and work into all of this. It's not that hard to look at images on Google or literally the videos on her channel.

[@sylvia106]

@@HirakoKuyo useless comment.

[@jeandiatasmith4512]

Talking about AH's new suit - all her clothes look new. Even that horrible sweater with the frayed collar (trying to look frumpy?), was new. JD's clothes don't seem new at all. Well put together, definitely tailored and not inexpensive - but NOT new. You can even tell he got some of them when he was a few pounds lighter, because they aren't fitting so well. Everything about JD in the courtroom is normal and relatable. Very little about AH is. I almost died laughing when I saw she put a chain on her glasses. She's ACTING like she thinks "normal" people act. I haven't caught even a glimpse of normalcy in her - not even a real look of boredom as we sat through hours of video testimony that was putting everyone to sleep. But back to the clothes....all of her outifts have been costumes - not clothing. Everyday she's playing a new part. And badly. If I could ask her one question, it would be, "Who are you?". Who is the REAL Amber? I don't think she even knows. She needs help.

[@PureSparkles22]

She’s worn the latest Gucci blazer

[@pastywhite6669]

Great comment. Perfect.

[@UpbeatdataFO4]

It’s so funny. Like she’s an alien trying to act human 🤣😂

[@dreamrose1582]

@Samantha Steinis Maybe she is... Have we tested this theory yet?

[@DesignRhythm]

You nailed it. Even her testimony, when there's an objection it's like tge director said cut.

[@carpdirector6836]

I noticed Amber seriously downplayed her eye makeup during Johnny’s testimony, helping her to look more vulnerable and like she had cried off her mascara, especially with her looking so so sad. After days of looking well-put together, it was quite striking to see her on the stand with her hair down and a bit messy looking (especially after the gorgeous braided updo), a no makeup look, and the suggestion of a bruise on the cheek facing the jury. Her clothes weren’t as sharp looking, either, especially the cardigan on the second day with a collar that looks torn and ragged. I sincerely think she was trying to give a “battered woman” vibe.

[@ranelson714]

You have nailed it!! It's all an act.

[@onwednesdayswewearpink2761]

I believe that cardigan is Chanel. Soo like $900 ragged and torn vibes

[@iraidushka]

And exaggerated make-up in cheek bones where alleged abuse injuries took place as to draw jury’s attention to them so they’d be reminded of an alleged abuse injuries lol. She is a piece of work.

[@bitKitty]

Omg! This is something I noticed right away. How glammed up she was while he was on the stand… then when it’s her turn,she comes in w/o makeup, no hairdo, wearing frumpy clothing! It’s so obvious that she was coached to really dress down’ ! She needs to look as if she’s been abused and sobbing and can’t get out of bed enough to get made up for court, etc. oh my… what dramatics! And the exaggerated details she is telling the jury! Wow.. great acting!!!

[@cristineconnell7803]

DEFINITELY! I totally agree!

[@trinity8mm]

I did notice her bags under her eyes which flew up a red flag like, "you can't even cover the bags let alone a bruise are you kidding me?" I felt the same way with JD, "Oh man, you gotta pull your hair back!" Glad he did! Excited to see Rob and Ian in the courtroom and can't wait for their report on the jurors!!!

[@ileanahernandez1709]

I happen to like his long hair however I guess it depends what country you're from. Hated her frau look with the braids.

[@gwendolynkaren5933]

@@ileanahernandez1709 mean German Shepherd Beats sheep 🐏🐑 😂

[@TisNessie]

I really wish you used more photos 😔 I’m more of a visual learner and I haven’t been closely watching this case as some people so I’m not really familiar with the references. Love you Alyte, love this video, I just wish you used more photos!!

[@KLMO888]

I couldn’t agree more about Amber. I would have never recommended she dress like she has. She looks either like a power player or a disheveled Liberian. She doesn’t present a stable or consistent picture. I think that’s a bad move for a party trying to discredit an unstable personality illness/defect. A perfectly styled updo makes for the appearance of being high maintenance. Appearing high maintenance, powerful and inconsistent aren’t what I would suggest she present in this setting.

[@iambatman9420]

Great point about inconsistency - really bad for Amber's image

[@Dee-nonamnamrson8718]

Liberian! 🤣 My new favorite typo. I'm pretty sure with all the civil wars, most Liberians are disheveled.

[@cindyhoffman5547]

Yeah, AH should have dressed more demurely and feminine.

[@KLMO888]

@@Dee-nonamnamrson8718 that’s it! No more KZbin for me before coffee 🤦🏻‍♀️

[@LuvOneAnother]

@@iambatman9420 Agree! The Jury can see she isn't keeping a consistent hair style. She has lovely hair BUT this is NOT the place to show it off. Disrespectful to the jury that are probably exhausted when they leave and wake up.

[@kav1tas3w58]

This was so insightful. Thank you for teaching us with so much patience, clarity and kindness. I also want to add that JD is well known to wear a lot of eccentric jewelry. Look at almost all of his red carpet/concert looks. And I love that he just toned it down, not completely changed himself. He is not trying to convince anyone of anything. He's just being himself (a bit toned down, understandably), it's amber who plays games.

[@mistygann902]

Agreed. And most of us "tone it down" for court out of deference/respect to the court.

[@winaleyco4187]

She dressed to intimidate Johnny by shadowing his wardrobe. It simulates the fear created by a stalker. She is no victim. She was still attempting to intimidate Johnny and keep him interested, fearful, and confused.

[@blaedus5318]

And she conspicuously stopped when people started talking about it. Though, she did mirror Dr. Curry for a day or two afterwards.

[@cristineconnell7803]

@@blaedus5318 I totally agree!

[@lovelyrita64]

Yes! She reminded me of Jennifer Jason Leigh in single white female

[@pitbullcrew271]

@@blaedus5318 but then she imitated Camille for two days. No idea who she dressed like today lol

[@jddr555]

💯

[@GuessJess]

I find it interesting that she dressed a bit masculine throughout the trial but turned up the feminine attire when she was testifying. Seems like someone pointed out to her that the suit and tie might not play well to get the jury to relate to her.

[@sciencemama6801]

Perhaps she was playing up the masculinity and "power" attire when Johnny is doing his case, to be her own perception of strong to try to get MeToo public opinion? Then that makes the contrast of that to her now very feminine style (and vulnerable, soft, and "innocent" with a lot of light colors especially white) a pretty stark contrast. To me her new style is super fake like her testimony so I feel it has backfired for me.

[@glittery_cucumber]

@@sciencemama6801 She knows she comes across like an abusive menacing megabitch in the audio tapes and nobody would ever perceive her as the victim based on those recordings. So she's trying to present herself as "putting on a tough act" and "not showing fear". Hence all the bizarre talk of training horses etc. I think the power suits are another aspect to that. If she showed up all soft and girly, the contrast to how she sounds on the tapes would be inexplicable.

[@valentina47734]

She has changed her PR company just prior to that.

[@kathyp1563]

She changed her PR team at that exact same time. Coincidence?

[@lilajane3]

@Gone Awry I had the same thought especially the 2nd day on the stand.

[@annahalford7751]

Johnny's attorneys surround him and engage with him. While Amber's attorneys have her sitting to a side with their backs to her and not talking to her.

[@pastywhite6669]

That is an excellent point. A.H. is alone against the wall. I wonder if that is by design as well? Very interesting.

[@lucianalakowsky317]

Besides Amber and Johnny, the fashion choices that I think are interesting are both the forensic psychologists'. Dr. Curry looked very simple and professional, not too much make up or jewelry, simple blazer and hairstyle and the glasses add a nice touch. Now Dr. Hughes on the other side went all in with the jewelry, make up and hair styling. To me it looked less proffesional, and when you have two experts testifying completely opposite things, sometimes who looks more credible can affect the jury's mind. Just a thought.

[@esm1817]

True. Personally, I realized that I also had a terrible bias against them in terms of their accents. It was unfair of me, but Dr. Hughes Jersey accent got me. Now, I don't mind a Jersey accent. Everyone, I have met and liked people from New Jersey before--no offense to anyone from there. But I guess I have more of a bias than I thought, underneath it all. I guess I have watched two much reality TV based out of Jersey. Because when the accent was combined with her gossipy-sounding, unprofessionally worded accusations, I felt like I was looking at a lady who thought she was on reality TV. Her massive, chunky necklace on the first day of the trial did not help me with that either.

[@lucianalakowsky317]

@@esm1817 I'm not from the US, so I didn't really pick up on the accent thing, but the attitude I totally agree, she sounded like a friend of Amber's mom, talking about what Amber had told her, not an unbiased professional testifying at court

[@pastywhite6669]

"Dr." Hughes wore a hang-dog expression. Her body language sucked. Ms. Curry, conversely, looked engaged, head held high, voice firm and gaze centered. She wasn't taking any crap from Elaine Downer.

[@annjensen795]

Dr. Hughes looked like some older country club rich wife out for lunch with the girls!

[@lucianalakowsky317]

@@annjensen795 Totally. She also looked like she might ask to see the manager 😂

[@kathryn-anon]

The irony of the "I have weath" issue re: AH and her hair, is also: she explicitly argues, she does NOT have wealth 'because she's been sued'. Her whole justification for not actually paying her donation was that she can't afford it due to the lawsuit... but she can afford to have her hair styled and make-up done every day for a month and a half.

[@ComradeCommissarYuri]

I’m surprised she hasn’t yet cut, dyed her hair an put a moustache on to look even more like Johnny other than just copying the outfits

[@katiehettinger7857]

😶☺😄🤣👍

[@Amanda-uc5jq]

Pretty sure she did dye her hair after the first day?

[@Type1MomRN]

🤣🤣

[@westieweardogkilts9715]

I also felt like she was ordering someone, every day after trial, to go buy the next outfit, especially since she was seemingly mimicking so they couldn't have been packed ahead of time. Seems very rich, calculated and spoiled.

[@Nikkers8]

I think all of AH"s changes in style, hair and makeup (although outside court would just be fun fashion choices) really just feed into Dr. Kurry's testimony that she doesn't have a sense of self and mimics others. IMO she should try to be extremely consistent to push back on that idea.

[@kathyp1563]

I agree. In the beginning, when she was wearing man-suits & harsh hairstyles made her look domineering. IF the jury noticed that she was mimicking Depp's clothes (big IF, really), then it also looks like she is obsessed with him. Domineering & obsessed seems more abusive than victim.

[@avirani0203]

Dressing is very important. I was involved in a personal injury case where our client wore a yellow polka-dotted mini skirt to court one day. I had taken her to the mall the week before and purchased several conservative dresses and pants suits for her to wear to court. She completely ignored our advise. We lost the case and when the jury was polled, they commented that the yellow polka-dotted mini skirt had a negative impact on them. And that was the reason they returned a defense verdict. Edited to correct a misspelling.

[@commonsensecat6555]

Many jurors will have already made a decision about a defendant before they have opened their mouth. In my first communication class, I learned that nonverbal communication - including posture, clothing, facial expression, and tone of voice - everything but the actual words - is about 80% of how people make judgments. Stereotypes run the show for that critical first impression.

[@myax88]

Sorry but based the judgement on somebody’s appearance rather than evidence is ridiculous and sustain my opinion that people from the street shouldn’t have a voice in such serious matters.

[@avirani0203]

@@commonsensecat6555 agree. This is one of the reasons mock trials and witness prep is so important.

[@jetpetty1613]

@@myax88 you may think it's ridiculous but it happens all the time and a part of human nature. What someone wears in court is VERY important and will definitely play a part in how they are perceived.

[@EannieMay]

@@myax88 I agree, to make a decision that changes someone's life based on their dress is ridiculous xd (masz polskie nazwisko, więc jeśli jesteś z Polszy to siema rodaczko xd)

[@FreakyDarlin]

But AH knows how to cover up bruised, dark, puffy eyes right? She emphasized that point… so if she turns up in court looking like that? Its deliberate.

[@queenofprops]

My thoughts exactly. I was reading the comments to see if anyone else thought the same.

[@westieweardogkilts9715]

and I bet the Jury are thinking : "Hmm, if she can cover up dark bruises and circles for shows she's not very good at it today" or conversley "...if she can do it for shows and not for us, what are we? Chopped liver??"

[@kjo9982]

Sorry, why would she have bruises currently? Or do we mean just under eye circles?

[@oscillatewildly6553]

I think it's just her eyes, the last few years have not been kind! I know that's petty and I'm definitely no looker! Under eye puffiness like that is genetics and possibly not having a healthy lifestyle. It shows the jury that swelling can't be hidden, she can't use any make up to Amica-away those puffy eyes! About those harsh cheekbones and heavy blush, I thought the same thing, it shows how easy it would be for her to use make up and lighting to look bruised.

[@SirPunch2Face]

@@kjo9982 She means that for someone who supposedly is good enough at putting on makeup that she can perfectly cover up a bruise and swelling, she sure does look like crap up on the stand

[@meshelllynn95]

Another amazing video ! Also can’t wait for the trial to start again Monday.

[@LegalBytesMedia]

Thank you so much!!! And yes, I'm also super excited for Monday!! 💙

[@dianamh5438]

I have been watching all of this trial and instead of thinking it as "rich people's problems" it actually reinforces the idea that money can't buy happiness. These are two very rich people but I don't think either of them is happy. Money doesn't cure mental health problems, addiction problems, or relationship problems. I sincerely hope they get the help they need to heal these wounds and find some kind of happiness on the other side.

[@evka8709]

I love how informative this video was. I'd like to see the addition of more visuals in future, eg: showing a few of JDs suits and each of Amber's outfits when referencing them.

[@DesignRhythm]

Yeah I was expecting that considering there were so many visuals in the 1st minute.. then they were few n' far between.

[@magdalenakuna2618]

Agreed, that would have been so helpful! I was pausing the video to google the outfits that were analysed

[@Ahmetyilmazzzz842]

I'm really surprised that you didn't mention Johnny's tie with red butterflies on day 10. What kind of a "monster" wears a tie that has some really romantic butterflies on it? I thought that the tie was a great choice.

[@peekaboots01]

I noticed that tie! It was so nice! I loved seeing his different suit combos everyday.

[@movingon.8000]

I love how Camille sat close to the jurors for the first few weeks. Another example. Dress should be consistent, something AH attorneys must have missed. Thank you for the video.

[@kathleenchapman3890]

I think the perfect example of fashion affecting the jury was the Casey Anthony case. Every day she displayed the school marm style...buttoned up and hair pulled back very simply. It was completely opposite of her personal style at the time...low cut tops, short skirts, party girl. It sure worked in her case.

[@aca2283]

It is her cheek implants that are causing that sharp, unnatural “edge” to her upper cheekbones that create the dark almost bruise like shadow,.

[@celticgold4028]

The chin implant isn't doing much for her either....

[@kiki2517]

That’s what that is? I thought she just went a little too hard with the contour

[@GoldenFrizbee]

@@kiki2517 Yep she's been getting cosmetic implants over the years in her face. She had a nose job, brow lift and cheek implants.

[@patriciacasey747]

🔵🍴 I was taken aback as to how drastic the change was in AH’s wardrobe, hair & makeup was once she got on the stand. It really felt strange how suddenly she had a no makeup look* & her clothes were large on her & dowdy - her blouse on the last day tied sloppily with an unstructured cardigan thrown on top. Alyte, you made me realize that it felt so disingenuous! There it was, before she even spoke, the first of her many lies! TY for the fascinating food for thought! Rest up this weekend please. Kudos, You’re doing such a fabulous job! !

[@hodor8980]

If you are crying real tears, your mascara is going to run - though maybe pro makeup artist can prevent that. You could also forgo mascara if you know you are going to be crying tears!

[@debs7368]

I agree. Amber looked like a milkmaid to me, when she took the stand.

[@1234cheerful]

Yes, suddenly she shows up dressed like the stereotype of an elementary school librarian or a schoolmarm.

[@kathyp1563]

@@1234cheerful That strange hair twist was very schoolmarm-ish.

[@louhortonsculpture]

Hmmm some mention that the jury is rumored to be mostly men, possibly older. In that case this dowdy style and soft cardigans play to the damsel in distress stereotypes she’s obviously trying to invoke. I wear a lot of different styles- I kinda “code switch” my wardrobe and this is something I’ve noticed about how older men treat me differently based on my clothes and makeup.

[@pointegal96]

This was super interesting! I’d love to see this as some sort of mini-series, like commenting on outfits in current or past trials & how you think it may have swayed things or the reasoning behind unusual choices

[@BriarRose74]

Good analysis and presentation. I’d like to see Johnny wearing some lighter colored shirts myself, color coordinated with Camille. Pretty sure it would help throw AH off her game and get to the fireworks that are just under AH’s surface. You just know she’s ready to blow her gasket, lose her cool and expose her true self. Hope it happens in the cross examination!

[@GhoulsGold]

I haven’t considered Heard’s hair much at all. I do however think they’re misguiding her with monochrome only attire. But, maybe that’s just her own preference which is fine, not judging the style itself just that I think a soft blush or tan - being spring, being youthful as she still is, would be a nice alternative and wouldn’t hurt in any way, where a lot of the wardrobe she has chosen feels menacingly dark, (I think they’re aiming for formal and resolute but it’s all severe as Dark Leaia or that Cruella Poppins outfit, imho). Lol Thank you whoever stepped in to help Depp after week one. I can’t fault any of his team for their choices… Elaine, much as we tease, has actually been brave with her clothing, even choosing refreshingly light tones, and fault her for her pita client, sure, but not her passion to defend or versatility in wardrobe! Lol the gentlemen lawyers are all dressed handsomely, and Camille could probably get away with wearing a paper bag as my nana would say, she’s a lovely woman with a knack for getting everything just right. Again… just my musings. Loved the explanation of courtroom attire etiquette! Thank you, @LegalBytes! 💙

[@kathyp1563]

My gut feeling is that she has not submitted to any advice on dress or hairstyle. Well, maybe after she fired her PR team. She did change her style at that time. So maybe I'm wrong.

[@FrancisFabricates]

The dog sleeping in the background makes me so happy thank you

[@frankbauerful]

I wondered how the jury ended up with so few women. Initially I had thought that Amber's team would make an effort to get more women on the jury. However, now that I know that makeup plays such a huge role for her believability and is such a weak point in her story, I can see how Amber's legal team may have intentionally sought a male jury, because men are less likely to pick up on these things and won't introduce their own experience into the discussions in the jury room.

[@LethalShadow]

Many of the lawyers that appeared on LegalBytes have also said that women tend to judge other women more harshly. If you also take into account the feeling Rick Hoeg has expressed several times, about how it feels icky as a man to disbelieve a woman making those claims, it makes perfect sense for Amber's counsel to try and have as many men as possible on the jury.

[@ophilianecr]

I would also like to make the point that it's less likely for a straight male to follow the goings on in Hollywood and the celebrity world. They're less likely to pick up a magazine, tabloid paper or participate in keeping up with celebrity gossip. By pure requirements for the jury to know as little as possible about this highly publicized case (that's been going on for years); it's much more likely that straight men will be the most unaware of the details. I think the lack of knowledge in makeup application just happened to be a bonus for her team as a result.

[@StelFury]

Neither the plaintiff nor the defendant has any input on who is in the Jury, in fact the Jury is a selection of people chosen completely at random from the list of registered voters. I think the judge can refuse to have someone be a member of the jury if it is obvious that they're going to show biased towards one side.

[@pfeilspitze]

@@StelFury Look up the "jury selection" process. It's *far* from just random -- the candidates are, but who's kicked from those candidates isn't.

[@StelFury]

@@pfeilspitze I do like how you told me to look it up and then went to repeat basically what I said just in a shorter way... Neither side can choose who is in the jury (especially based on gender) because the candidates are chosen randomly and people are removed by the Judge if they show any obvious signs of inability to remain impartial. Bonus fact for people, the jury in this case was always majority male. 11 people showed up for jury duty, 7 males, 4 females. (6 males and 3 females remained due to 2 people not being able to remain impartial).

[@chynnaeakin1995]

Ok, all the info way amazing and well spoken. However, your dog lifting his leg over and over while falling asleep on the chair behind you is so cute and hard to ignore.

[@doglover7805]

I've been dying to see a style analysis of Depp v. Heard and am so grateful that you posted this, Alyte! Thank you for all the hard work you do :)

[@ShaneBlackheart]

The 'Darth Leia' look just made me think instantly 'villain.' She looked like a villain, or like someone who was cold and emotionless. It really stood out to me and I wondered why in the world she'd wear a look like that to such a trial. All of her styles until she softened it a bit to take the stand looked so harsh or masculine. Definitely didn't help her case at all, in my opinion.

[@Kpop0223]

Finally got caught up with LegalBytes videos. I'm glad I had that trial pause to catch up. It's still weird to not have a video queued up though!

[@LegalBytesMedia]

Don't worry, we'll have plenty of content for you to binge come Monday!! 😄💙

[@michelleb7399]

OMG, YES, the Dr. Elsa Schneider look. That’s exactly whom I was thinking she looked like in that one look. I couldn’t quite place the character, though.

[@virginialopezrey6860]

The clothes Ms. Vasquez wore were both professional and feminine. Good choices, especially when seated next to Johnny Depp. Respectable, soft-spoken, and attractive, she may have made Ms. Heard feel uncomfortable. For the jury, Ms. Vasquez may represent almost the opposite of Ms. Heard's sour and histrionic performance.

[@RockandRollWoman]

When I started practicing law, women were not allowed to appear in pantsuits. I was dismissed from Court one morning because I was not "appropriately attired." I was once dismissed for walking across the well, but that was a newbie mistake.

[@curiousaf9437]

I did notice she was mimicking Johnny's outfits. If I remember right the dr. that testified first said it was a pattern of someone with a border line personality disorder.

[@cdavis4857]

I’m living for the dog flipping around in the chair behind you! So chill!

[@LiliS319]

I feel as though Johnny's style arc was purposeful though. They needed a Disheveled Johnny, so that the jury can attribute all of their preconceptions about Johnny to the Disheveled Johnny, rather than to the Johnny they're introducing and who'll be sitting there throughout the trial.

[@Bess9779]

This is a really inciteful reply!

[@katiehettinger7857]

Your right, Johnny looks the same as the image he has presented to the public.

[@k0k0mlml]

I agree!! I also felt that the disheveled appearance showed how this trial was taking a toll on him. He looked so tired and sad.

[@patriciacasey747]

Wow! How interesting. You should be a consultant with insight like that!

[@cringeproof100]

That’s a very smart observation!

[@Rjm2422]

I really like you including more pics when you're talking though things, it could do with even more pics like 'facial expressions' 'messy hair' etc on the first day.

[@r.l.royalljr.3905]

I did immediately notice the highlighting on her cheekbones the first day and my first thought was "what, she's gonna claim that Johnny hit her in 2016 and she's still showing the bruises six years later?"

[@jpal1080]

AH transformed into the stereotypical Librarian!🤣🤣

[@SkyForgeVideos]

Amber Heard planned every single one of these looks and was styled by a professional stylist. Your hair doesn't just look like that because you rolled out of bed and didn't have time to do it that morning. It's obviously styled and sprayed.

[@nomad_sofficial]

Definitely! Especially the "no make up" / extremely tired look on the 1st day! Her narcissistic side caught up eventually and she started wearing more and more make up and having her hair very much styled

[@commonsensecat6555]

The day after Dr Curry testified, she wore her hair in a similar messy style. Confirms what Dr Curry said about people with BPD borrowing their identity from someone else.

[@PureSparkles22]

She had a hair dresser in the UK as well

[@pennaco397]

I love how her dog's just sleeping in the video while she's presenting this. It's adorable

[@aprilfox1057]

AH should wear a straight jacket on Monday. Jury will easily reach the correct decision for this unpleasant woman. Job done.

[@Mandy-nt2cs]

If was so cute when the doggy flipped over & got into super comfort mode lolol

[@smuttyswimsagain3800]

I always love seeing an old man lawyer with a pony tail and eccentric tie. Usually means he's a bad ass lawyer... right?

[@sylvia106]

You’re joking right?!

[@sassyliving715]

I like how he still stays true to himself and his personable fashion yet shows respect to the court since during this trial. AH each day seems to be taking on a new persona in her dress and very different from her otherwise personal fashion sense

[@mariannedonato4916]

I also think Amber has a makeup team. They’re making her look soft and undone, even a bit gaunt and pale in my opinion. They’re playing up her angles. I’m excited for this week and for what she’ll look like. Also during her “crying” her skin did not get blotchy as can happen when you cry. Foundation? Or no real tears…. Or both?

[@katiehettinger7857]

She should replace them, they aren't really helping her case. The changing looks make her seem manipulating. Considering the jury is stuck in a room, all day with her, and at times the testimony is reaptitive, they have time to closely examining her look and think about it.

[@JackienoO]

Im still in shock about the black duffle bag on the table..🤯😅...in my country you see the bag...you run!!! Its like a fish on your doorstep🌶️🤣

[@KelliJ_]

This was such a fantastic analysis as well as a great emphasis on the importance of communication through appearance. Nothing was more evident to me than her second day of testimony when all of the sudden she had a softer appearance with a cardigan, softer updo, etc. I have been just as interested by the court dress as well as the content. Thank you for this!

[@samram503]

Part of me also feels that with Johnny's look they tried to maintain this image of a clean dude (off drugs and stuff) but also the eccentric suits and rings as a way to play into peoples' association of him as an actor in a lot of their favorite movies since most of them are more "eccentric". The clean look portrays a man that no longer does drugs. The eccentric additions portray a man that we have all grown up watching. The two combined to show a new and improved Johnny that is still familiar to us in the ways we love. I could just be overanalyzing, but idk its cool to think about.

[@aldenasuemia]

SHAME you didn't talk about it...The one fashion element that shocked me more than anybody else's choices was Dr Curry's hair on her first day. For someone who is presumably expected to know the court's rules, I was really confused by her hair do, which was a complete mess and she used a cheap plastic hair clip to tie it back, just the way I do my hair before cooking or cleaning at home. I really didn't understand that lack of respect for the court, although she is a killer expert :)

[@danigrl917]

She may be planned to have it down, and it was too warm in the courtroom for her, so she put it up with the only thing she had available. Or, she likes having her hair like that. I didn't think it was that bad, honestly. If anything, I think she was trying to relate a little more to the jury.

[@karolynpieren5129]

Well it worked for her. She is drop dead gorgeous. Even with messy hair. And AH tried the same style the next day.

[@thatsaniceboulder1483]

I liked it🤷‍♀️

[@brianchristopher3816]

The Captain suit with the brass buttons was the Admiral vs. the pirate. Just sayin'

[@alinaigrad]

If I would be a jury and I am allowed to write a book about the experience of this trial, Amber's attire would be a whole chapter.

[@CyrusLagom]

Juries are allowed to talk about anything right after the trial ended.

[@patriciaann5321]

Your puppy is such a cutie. Your report is on point. Thanks

[@ellev11]

What i've learned is that JD with his rings and ties and hair and glasses and suits.. is spot on! in so many ways. And AH with her copying him and overdoing it with the hair to go along with her overdone crzy over-the-top twisted testimony.. it's very difficult to see any beauty, no matter how much plastic surgery, she is extremely unappealing on the outside as she is on the inside. And to be frank, when i hear someone call her beautiful as they talk about her in anything to do with the Depp trial, it makes me sick to my stomach. Her extra vileness washes away all the beauty she may have had. IMO

[@katiehettinger7857]

The over dramatic testimony at this late date does smell fishy. It's not like she just recovered these memories and hasn't talked about ad nauseam for the he last seven years.

[@ellev11]

@@katiehettinger7857 when experts like Jeanine Driver sees right thru it, as well as open-minded nonbiased lawyers who have seen hundreds of cases, see right thru it and countless others (even the judge).. and the mountain of evidence piling up the past few years thanks to folks like Brian from incredibly average among others - definitely, something isn't passing the smell test for sure. Her gig is up.

[@fishface123ism]

I am so glad you mention J.D.'s hair in the first day or so because I felt like when it was down, jurors might think he was trying to "hide" his face, so I was so glad it all went back in the cool-ass-ponytail!! For one, he has such a good-looking, expressive face, especially his eyes and brows, and I think it made him appear way more serious and able to convey his being a victim of DV. Additionally, I think it makes his defamation suit more realistic. I think it is creepy how Amicaface mimics his clothing in court, and I guess that the Cameleon thing is kind of a personality (disordered) sort of trait. Anyway, can't wait for this to begin again tomorrow. I don't think the break aged well for Amicaface.

[@merin797]

I’ve been waiting for this analysis! You nailed it! “Darth Leia” wtheck. Was the “bee tie” referring to “My dog stepped on a bee”? Some inside joke/reference?

[@faynuus2967]

Wow never thought of it - you might be on to something here 😂

[@victoriapino4053]

Fantastic video putting many ideas into words that I hadn’t found the words for! Would really appreciate more reference images/photos in your videos:)

[@summersullivan9460]

Omg I cannot wait for court to be here. I excited to see how Johnnys attorney does Cross. Camille Vasquez is A vey impressive “put together” young lady, but I see her bringing the Fire! No clue what I’m going to do when this is all over. I’ve enjoyed getting to know the KZbin Talent, along with the passionate people watching. A win for Johnny would be a blessing. I wish the Jury knew what we know. So it’s up to the attorneys to show the truth!

[@dianaa3336]

Let’s hope they jury found a way to take a sneak peek online during the break.

[@cardboardhomesInc]

yes🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@theafr9352]

I would question if Amber had dentist records from a broken, chip tooth or teeth from Johnny's rings if he had hit her the way she claims. If she was wearing even a necklace and she claims he was choking her it would have left a print of chain around her neck, but no pictures of that. Jewelry marks would be important details about this case if true, which this case is lacking it. I do notice the mirroring effects from Amber with hair and glasses.

[@Ms.Divine]

The severe lines in her suit and other outfits makes her seem harsh, and intimidating which in my opinion doesn't help her case.

[@Ms.Divine]

@@NicolaMaxwell she certainly has goals to take it this far. 😂

[@Ms.Divine]

@@NicolaMaxwell I agree, and I found out the jury is not sequestered so there is a chance they will hear or see something of what the public is saying as well.

[@thesimplechiclife]

I just discovered your channel; some really interesting points in this video! :)

[@lisaobrien7330]

Great analysis. If you look at how she presented herself in the uk trial, this is totally different. I find it very interesting that she’s changed her style so much for this trial, yet Johnny lost in the UK. Makes me wonder why

[@katiehettinger7857]

How did her look changed?

[@commonsense571]

I wish I could have seen that. Or was following. It wasn’t on my radar:/

[@Aurla-R2-D2]

​@@katiehettinger7857 ~ The UK trial was filmed so, if you search KZbin for "amber heard uk trial 2016", you will find some footage. It's shocking how different her look and persona were during that trial.

[@Aurla-R2-D2]

@@commonsense571 ~ The UK trial was filmed so, if you search KZbin for "amber heard uk trial 2016", you will find some footage. It's shocking how different her look and persona were during that trial.

[@DesignRhythm]

The trials are different as Johnny was suing a newspaper in London & here he is suing a private citizen for defamation.

[@whatifanything7104]

Loved this video! Just wish we had a few more photo examples of AH outfits while you described :)

[@KatieS__]

I’m here for the puppy in the chair.

[@joannewolftail5773]

I really appreciate that you are explaining this subject in depth for people. I lived down south years ago, & it was pretty well-known for courtroom dress. Whatever charge that a person is in court for, the synonym of "think of how you would dress going to a church", conservative for respect of the judge jury & courtroom. You are very wise for explaining this the way that you do, I thank you 😊.

[@cindyluwho602003]

Really well done video, Alyte! I hope you had a good week 'off'! It would be fun to do a 'famous trials' law/fashion collab with HauteLeMode or someone similar. A lot is also currently being said about fashion in the WAG trial in the UK...see Daily Mail. I enjoy how you cover law from many different angles! See you Monday!

[@wandatorres9967]

Good point made about the rings Johnny wears. No matching marks on her skin!

[@savannahdonnelly9739]

Love this video! I'd love to see you break down Anna Delvey's courtroom attire

[@ktownmcville]

I love your videos. So smart, well spoken, and a dash of comedy. Really enjoying these.

[@thevaleria__]

Johnny has been looking really good ❤️ another great video, Alyte

[@LegalBytesMedia]

Thank you!! 💙

[@theylikestars]

first thought: yes i’ve been waiting for this one Bytes!! second thought: and it’s a long one too!!! yesss!!! *immediately goes and prepares my snacks*

[@nataliadamascena]

My fave KZbinr!! ❤️

[@LegalBytesMedia]

Wow, thank you!! 🥰💙

[@atlys258]

Although I understand and agree it's not necessarily the best look I think it's possible that at the start of the trial he could have been wearing his hair down/around his face to shield and protect himself subconsciously. I had long shaggy hair for many years and I remember for the first time (in a very long time) that I either cut it short or wore it back/out of my face, feeling very uncomfortable and very vulnerable. I may just be projecting, but I wouldn't be surprised if that was the subconscious motivation for wearing it the way he did at the start. Also on the point of what I would refer to as: "reduction", I feel as though Johnny reduces himself through tone, dress, emotion, etc.. in a sincere effort to preserve or protect himself due to his natural shyness/quietness and his past experiences as the abused, while she instead disingenuously feigns as such because she wants to make herself _appear_ as though she isn't the self-centered and abusive manipulator that she is.

[@lronbutters5688]

She looks like Principal Trunchbull from Matilda. There is definitely a wardrobe strategy on turd’s part. Clothes and make up can’t cover that ‘wonderful’ personality of hers…

[@onemorethanzero2213]

I remember in about 2015/16 when I was called to Jury duty, I was selected to be part of an embezzlement case. I distinctly remember the first day the defendant was done up really professionally, they wore a really nice dress, hair was all done up, it looked pretty serious (the plaintiff was the US GOV so they were always in suits). However the second day through the rest of the trial, they wore grubby sweats, hair was pinned up like they just rolled out of bed, just overall looked disheveled. That was also the day that the defense argued that their client could not have taken the money since it was clear they were not living as lavish as the prosecution team claimed. Unfortunately they were defending a client whom emailed their boss admitting to the embezzlement unintentionally and even used the word embezzlement in said email (which was evidence used the first day), so as a juror it looked to me like they had given up more than it was them trying to look poor.

[@k0k0mlml]

There was one particular tie that Johnny wore (can't remember the day) that really reminded me of a "Dad tie." You know, an ugly-ish tie that your kids bought for you, so you wear it because you love them. The tie wasn't particularly ugly but I remember the pattern being a little strange... HM! that could have been a conscious choice.

[@truther3008]

I can recite Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade word-for-word. So I'm glad I'm not the only nerd! And you are spot-on with the Dr. Elsa Schneider tie-in.

[@cybersal7]

Constantly wearing his rings only reinforces the fact that had he struck the lying why her face would have been shredded. Second had he wanted to cover up his tattoos he had only to go to his ex-wife cosmetic drawer for all those “magical“ coverups.

[@Seaottters]

Shoutout to Indy at 19:25 :) I loved this video! I appreciate you acknowledging the fact that attire is a relevant and important aspect of court when people could probably just pass it off as wanting to talk about fashion/clothes for no reason!

[@fxdpntc]

You don’t tell Cluster B’s how to dress. They tell YOU how to dress.

[@thoughtquake7516]

Amen!

[@JackienoO]

🤣

[@dianaa3336]

😂

[@sarahg1583]

Finding your channel has been a ray of sunshine in this trial. ;)

[@stevie1107]

Side note - I was a kid when I saw Indiana Jones and the last crusade. Took me forever to pick up on the fact that Elsa Schneider had been with both Indiana and his father. As a kid I thought - oh wow. Nazis talk in their sleep. I did not know that! 🤣

[@beccatorres]

AH wearing “bee” earrings to court this week during her testimony is a mood. Oh the shade.

[@chrish2277]

Accompanying my partner for years with his bitter ex fighting custody one of my favourite games was looking at all the outfits people put together. Hilarious seeing the younger ones looking like they were going to the disco. My favourite outfit that the ex wore was a conservative black dress topped off with purple, velveteen high heel pumps. As she had wide feet they were huge. I was surprised JD didn't get his hair cut. I'm guessing he wanted to hide behind it day one. Moving to the pony tail was a good idea. The bee is from Dior and I think it was a signal to Amber that they still support him. Apparently she scoffed at him when he became a spokesperson for their cologne. The suits are Tom Ford which are not expensive for an a-lister. The style seems a bit more roomy, which is good for a man that will be sitting down. I picked up on the third reich vibes and am guessing her attorneys really spoke to her because that's when the pale yellow and cream outfits appeared. Apparently, juries like it when a woman wear this colour. I think she would have been smarter if she presented herself as pretty as possible, well made up but wearing delicate, dainty clothes to look fragile. It would not surprise me if she actually tried to make herself look like she'd been tired and crying with make up because many witnesses have spoken about her beauty and how she looks great without makeup. I would love to know if the choice of Dr Curry was not just because of her badass professionality but also because she's a stone, cold fox. With Amber's mental condition, that would really get to her.

[@idcidk4700]

Great video, really informative. Gotta say though, got distracted throughout Amber's attire by your dog in the background. What an absolute angel!😭😍😍💚