TV’s most dramatic night—the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards—was as much about bringing home victories as it was show-stopping style. Of the numerous shocking moments all along the red carpet, it was Jenna Ortega who literally brought traffic to a halt in her bold, movie-star type of style.
The Brazen “Naked Dress” Revolutionized
The Wednesday icon was making a fashion gamble in an ensemble that reinterpreted the latest popular “naked dress” phenomenon. Ortega sported an ensemble from Sarah Burton’s first ready-to-wear collection at Givenchy, which consisted of a top made up of multi-hued jewels, pearls, and crystals.
The delicate pieces were connected in a net-like arrangement, forming a quasi-translucent bodice that shimmered under the red carpet lighting. She complemented the beaded top with a show-stopping black floor-sweeping skirt with thigh-high slit, providing form and contrast to the light-as-air top.
Goth Glamour Meets Couture Elegance
Paying homage to her gothic signature style, Jenna brought the drama with vampy makeup—a bold red lip, understated smokey eyes, and sleek, pulled-back hair. Her look was minimalist but dramatic, punctuated by Pomellato accessories and Christian Louboutin heels that topped off her over-the-top appearance.
Style writer Zanna Roberts even had fun on Live From E! reporting that the gown came in a coffin-shaped box, which totally reflected Ortega’s dark-chic style.
A Cinematic Callback: Death Becomes Her Vibes
Jenna’s look quickly drew comparisons to Isabella Rossellini’s iconic outfit in the 1992 cult classic Death Becomes Her, where Rossellini’s character wore a similar jewel-draped top. Ortega’s ensemble felt like a mix of sculpture and seduction, turning the red carpet into a scene from a movie.
