Jenna Ortega continues to prove she is a modern style chameleon who knows exactly how to command a room. Attending a high-profile Wednesday FYC promotional event, the actress brought her signature dark, Gothic elegance to the red carpet—but with a daring, contemporary twist.
Collaborating with her long-time stylist Enrique Melendez, Ortega sidelined traditional formal wear in favor of a sleek, deconstructed look that perfectly blends corporate power with a rebellious, high-fashion aesthetic.
Subverting the Classic Tailored Suit
Ortega completely revamped traditional tailoring for the event, stepping out in a stunning gray mélange suit from Alexander McQueen’s Pre-Fall collection. Instead of going the conventional route, she donned a cropped, double-breasted blazer worn completely open with no shirt underneath.
The sharp, cropped cut of the jacket paired flawlessly with low-rise, wide-leg trousers, creating a bold, midriff-baring silhouette. Infusing a touch of Victorian drama into the otherwise modern ensemble, Ortega layered a high-neck, cream-colored lace piece beneath the jacket. The delicate lace featured intricate corset-style detailing with long, fluid ties that hung from her waist, adding beautiful movement to the structured outfit.
This style choice effortlessly bridges the gap between classic tailoring and avant-garde streetwear. Interestingly, while the original runway look featured a lace-up pencil skirt, Ortega opted for trousers instead. This simple swap gave the entire look a much stronger, more commanding presence, making it incredible inspiration for anyone looking to pull off edgy celebrity party style at their next big event.
Gothic Glamour Meets Minimalist Beauty
Her beauty choices further elevated the Gothic-chic vibe. Ortega wore her hair down in effortless, tousled waves with her signature face-framing bangs. For makeup, she opted for a soft smoky eye and a muted, neutral lip, allowing the sharp lines and impeccable tailoring of the McQueen suit to do all the talking.
By keeping her jewelry incredibly minimal, the focus remained entirely on the daring styling choices. According to fashion critics at Vogue, this appearance proves once again that Ortega isn’t afraid to take major style risks.
She continues to evolve her wardrobe far beyond a literal interpretation of her Wednesday Addams character, cementing her status as a bona fide IT-girl on the Hollywood red carpet and celebration circuit.