Like theelegant Southern lady she is, Reese Witherspoonknows the power of a chic little black dress.

For herfirst postdivorce public appearance,Witherspoon went classic with her look.

Witherspoon also posed alongside her friend Jennifer Garner, who is the Apple TV+ series' star.

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Whereas Witherspoon dressed in classic black, Garner wore a strapless white midi dress and gold peep-toe pumps.

This is the job right, she said.

You have to be able to put yourself into the ring.

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Reese Witherspoon told the outlet, It was so great to hear her passion.

She picked up the phone, we had long conversations about it.

It was the perfect part for her.

Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Garner

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I love that she was going to be this kick-ass woman.