Margot Robbie has once again captivated the fashion world with a series of striking ensembles for the Wuthering Heights press tour, embracing what stylist Andrew Mukamal calls 'method dressing' — using fashion to channel character and emotion. Following the daring wardrobe moments of her Barbie press tour, Robbie's latest looks fuse gothic romanticism with contemporary couture, reflecting the intensity and drama of Emily Brontë's classic novel.
Robbie stars as Catherine Earnshaw in Emerald Fennell's highly anticipated adaptation, and the wardrobe for promotional appearances is designed to evoke the novel's tumultuous moods rather than strictly historical silhouettes. Each outfit is a careful collaboration between Robbie and Mukamal, connecting character, narrative, and couture to transform the press tour into a visual storytelling experience.
Mood and Narrative on the Press Circuit
At the Los Angeles world premiere on 28 January, Robbie wore a Schiaparelli gown that combined sheer lace with a dramatic black-and-crimson skirt, symbolising the passion and intensity at the heart of Wuthering Heights. She accessorised with the Cartier Taj Mahal necklace, once owned by Elizabeth Taylor, adding historical glamour to the gothic ensemble.
Earlier in the day, she stunned in a red snakeskin corset and mini skirt by Dilara Findikoglu. The corset featured seashell‑adorned cups, paired with high‑impact diamond jewellery and Manolo Blahnik stilettos. The look exuded bold, architectural drama, pushing the boundaries of conventional press tour fashion.
Robbie's approach — and Mukamal's styling — intentionally blurs the line between costume and couture. On a press junket, she wore a Roberto Cavalli mini dress with bell sleeves, velvet trim, and a square neckline, paired with a velvet choker and Christian Louboutin pumps. The outfit referenced gothic sensibilities without attempting historical accuracy, perfectly embodying the emotional turbulence of her character.
On Jimmy Kimmel Live! on 26 January, Robbie chose a sheer black Alexander McQueen mini dress with lace detailing and a high neckline. The contemporary cut balanced gothic romanticism with modern fashion, while her softly waved half‑up hairstyle echoed the windswept moors of Brontë's world.
Margot Robbie's Key Wuthering Heights Press Tour Looks
1. Schiaparelli Black and Crimson Gown – Premiere Drama
- Worn at the Los Angeles world premiere on 28 January.
- Sheer lace bodice with a voluminous black and crimson skirt.
- Accessorised with the Cartier Taj Mahal necklace, once owned by Elizabeth Taylor, adding historical glamour to the gothic ensemble.
- Hair: Soft, romantic waves framing the face.
- Significance: Symbolises the passion and intensity at the heart of Wuthering Heights, merging gothic drama with red‑carpet couture.
2. Roberto Cavalli Black Mini Dress – Gothic Romance Reimagined
- Black mini dress with bell sleeves and a square neckline.
- Velvet choker and antique-style pendant.
- Christian Louboutin pumps.
- Hair: Romantic half-updo with soft curls.
- Significance: Embodies gothic romance while remaining modern, blending period mood with contemporary silhouette.
3. Alexander McQueen Sheer Black Lace Mini – Dark Romantic Edge
- Sheer lace mini dress with floaty sleeves and a high neckline.
- Black heels with rosary-inspired detailing.
- Hair: Soft waves styled in a half-pony.
- Significance: Channels the darker emotional currents of Wuthering Heights, turning delicate lace into something brooding and powerful.
4. Victoria Beckham Feathered Ivory Minidress – Poetic Symbolism
- Feather-covered ivory minidress with a plunging scoop neckline and fitted shape.
- Nude ankle-strap sandals kept the focus on texture and movement.
- Hair: Romantic half-up hairstyle.
- Significance: References Catherine's feverish pillow-tearing scene in the novel, translating literary symbolism into tactile fashion.
5. Victoria Beckham Black Feathered Top & Wide-Leg Trousers – Whimsical Gothic
- Structured black feather-embellished sleeveless top.
- Low-waisted, sharply tailored wide-leg trousers.
- Minimal accessories, often paired with sunglasses for a cool, modern finish.
- Significance: Balances gothic moodiness with sharp tailoring, demonstrating that method dressing can remain wearable and contemporary.
6. Dilara Findikoglu Red Snakeskin Corset & Mini Skirt – Bold Expression
- Red snakeskin corset and matching mini skirt.
- The corset featured seashell-adorned cups, paired with high-impact diamond jewellery.
- Finished with Manolo Blahnik stilettos for a sharp, elevated edge.
- Hair: Half-up, half-down with soft curls.
- Significance: The look exuded bold, architectural drama, pushing the boundaries of conventional press tour fashion while reflecting Catherine Earnshaw's passion and unpredictability.
7. Custom Gold Signet Rings
- Engraved with the line: 'Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same'.
- Symbolises Catherine and Heathcliff's intense, inseparable bond, extending the film's emotional narrative into jewellery.
Beyond the Outfits
Robbie's press tour wardrobe is more than fashion—it is narrative. Each outfit visually interprets Catherine Earnshaw's emotional landscape, from gothic lace and feathered whimsy to bold architectural silhouettes.
Mukamal's styling ensures that accessories, hair, and jewellery reinforce the character's journey, turning every appearance into a thematic extension of the film.
As Robbie continues the tour, including the Sydney premiere scheduled for 12 February, her method of dressing sets a new benchmark for using fashion to tell story-driven, emotionally resonant narratives on the press circuit.
