Jenna Ortega has introduced a brighter side to her fashion image, stepping out in a yellow, white and black Calvin Klein ensemble at the Klara and the Sun photocall in London on Wednesday, 14 October. Known for her gothic-inspired looks during the promotional tours for Wednesday and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, the actress opted for a more colourful combination while retaining elements of her familiar dark aesthetic.
The appearance took place at The Corinthia Hotel, where Ortega joined the cast and director Taika Waititi to promote the upcoming science fiction film. Her outfit, from Calvin Klein's Spring 2027 collection, offered a different take on her recent fashion choices, bringing colour blocking and sporty details into a streamlined silhouette.
Jenna Ortega's Calvin Klein Look Signals a Style Shift
Ortega wore a colour-blocked top with a white bodice and bright yellow sleeves, paired with a long black skirt that fell to the floor. The combination balanced a vivid colour with the understated appeal of a dark, elongated silhouette.
The top incorporated sporty elements, while the black skirt gave the ensemble a more formal finish. A matching satin scarf completed the look, adding another detail without detracting from its contrasting colours.
The design reflected the direction of Calvin Klein's Spring 2027 collection under creative director Veronica Leoni. The collection revisited the brand's American sportswear heritage through pieces featuring athletic influences, elongated skirts and bold colour combinations.
The yellow sleeves provided the strongest contrast against the black skirt, while the white section helped connect the two colours. The overall effect drew on colour-blocking techniques associated with 1960s Mod fashion, combining a retro reference with a contemporary sportswear influence. Ortega's look also showed how a simple combination of colours and shapes can create a recognisable fashion statement without elaborate embellishments or dramatic accessories.
From Gothic-Inspired Dressing to Brighter Colours
The outfit marked a noticeable change from the darker looks Ortega has worn during previous promotional appearances. Her fashion choices for Wednesday, in which she plays the titular character, have frequently incorporated black clothing, dramatic silhouettes and gothic-inspired details.
Her appearances during the promotion of Beetlejuice Beetlejuice also featured designs that drew on the film's dark, theatrical atmosphere. These choices helped establish a recognisable connection between Ortega's public fashion image and the characters she portrays on screen.
At the Klara and the Sun photocall, her Calvin Klein ensemble presented a different visual direction. The yellow sleeves introduced a brighter element, while the black skirt maintained a link to the darker palette associated with her recent appearances.
Rather than abandoning darker clothing entirely, the outfit combined familiar elements with a more colourful approach. This balance let Ortega explore a different aesthetic while keeping the clean lines and strong contrasts that have defined her previous looks. The appearance also offered a reminder that celebrity fashion can vary considerably between projects, with promotional wardrobes reflecting different designers, collections and styling choices.
Hair and Makeup Complement the Outfit
Ortega completed the ensemble with her hair styled in a sleek, low ponytail. The softly structured hairstyle complemented the outfit's streamlined shape and reinforced its retro-inspired influence.
Her beauty look provided a relatively understated finish to the colourful clothing, allowing the contrast between the yellow, white and black sections to remain prominent. The appearance also drew attention to Ortega's eyebrows, which had become a talking point during earlier phases of her public appearances.
At the London photocall, her overall styling looked polished, without the heavier visual drama often associated with her gothic-inspired fashion choices. Stylist Enrique Melendez worked with Ortega for the appearance, while Cesar Deleon Ramirez handled her hair and Mélanie Inglessis did her makeup.
A Different Look for Klara and the Sun
The photocall was part of the promotional activities for Klara and the Sun, directed by Waititi and based on the novel by Kazuo Ishiguro. Ortega plays Klara, an Artificial Friend who hopes to find a home with a human family.
The film also stars Amy Adams as Chris, Josie's mother, and Mia Tharia as Josie. Its story centres on Klara's relationship with Josie and her attempts to understand human emotions and relationships.
The London appearance brought together the film's principal cast members ahead of its scheduled screening at the BFI London Film Festival. Ortega's fashion choice departed from the darker styling that accompanied some of her previous projects, though the ensemble remained true to her established preference for strong visual contrasts. Her Calvin Klein look also highlighted the label's Spring 2027 collection, emphasising its mix of sportswear references, colour blocking, and elongated shapes.
