Jessica Simpson eyes romance after divorce, leopard-print date-night plan revealed

Jessica Simpson says she’s ready to date again, months after announcing her split from Eric Johnson in January following 10 years of marriage. The 45-year-old singer and fashion designer told People that her ideal date-night outfit would start with a leopard-print dress, paired with heels and her Aaminas strappy platform sandals, and she has even called to have them in red. She described the look as a way to feel stylish and confident on a romantic evening.

Simpson said leopard print feels like a neutral for her, an idea of beige inspired by her grandmother. She noted that leopard has appeared across her life—from fashion accessories to home décor, including a leopard-print suitcase and leopard furniture.

Her pursuit of romance also surfaced during a Today show chat with Jenna Bush Hager, when she asked about dating prospects. Simpson indicated she would take a chance on dating and described herself as single and ready. She emphasized that her preference is for someone who stands out as an individual, exudes confidence without ego, and does not fit a stereotyped image.

The comments come as Simpson navigates a separation from Johnson. The couple announced in January that they had been living separately and were focusing on their three children—Maxwell, Ace and Birdie—while managing privacy during the process.

Simpson has said that motherhood has shaped her return to performing and her professional priorities. She has noted that her children have not yet seen her perform live, and that her fashion and accessories empire, the Jessica Simpson Collection, remains a family business run with her mother. The line has flourished for about two decades as Simpson balances work with family life.

Regardless of dating plans, Simpson continues to build her brand and public persona around fashion and family, a dynamic she has long described as central to her life.