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Hailed for her collaboration with Tim Burton in Netflix's 'Wednesday,' Ortega has embraced her dark side, donning ensembles that evoke a captivating gothic aura. Her chainmail moment, while sharing insights into confronting fears amidst horror film shoots, left us all spellbound.
During her recent visit to 'The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon,' Ortega reminisced about her initial encounter with the horror genre, her words profound yet overshadowed by her mesmerizing attire. Watch the clip below to witness the magic unfold:
On that starlit evening, Ortega reimagined the chainmail trend, echoing the edgy style recently embraced by her friend Sabrina Carpenter and Chappell Roan, who sported it triumphantly at the VMAs. According to Women's Wear Daily, her corset dress—a custom creation by Dion Lee, styled masterfully by Enrique Melendez—is a masterpiece in its own right. The chainmail cascades gracefully down her chest, resembling a skeletal embrace, while its stripes elegantly drape along the skirt, creating a breathtaking silhouette.
Complementing the dress were black gloves, stilettos, and Ortega's cascading black locks. Amidst the glamour, she regaled the audience with a hilarious anecdote about being inadvertently exposed to 'Child's Play' at a tender age, leaving her terrified of Chucky. Ironically, her current work involves practical effects and dolls, as she aptly noted, "You've got to face your own fears!"
For those who've been tracking Ortega's trajectory, it's evident that she's confronted her fears head-on, starring in 'Scream' sequels and Ti West's 'X' before her Burton collaboration. Her unfulfilled dream of working with the director, after auditioning for his 'Dumbo' remake, only fuels her resilience.
Yet, amidst all her achievements, the chainmail dress remains etched in our memories. And it's merely one of the many impeccable ensembles she's showcased. A retrospective of her fashion evolution at CinemaBlend is a testament to her style prowess.
Lately, Ortega has embraced method dressing for 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,' channeling Lydia's iconic looks from the original and even donning a yellow three-piece suit reminiscent of Bob. She even carried the iconic 'Beetlejuice' house as a purse! We eagerly anticipate her next horror film appearance, where she's bound to make another fashion statement that will leave us breathless.
Catch 'Beetlejuice Beetlejuice' in theaters now and keep your radar tuned for upcoming horror films—who knows, Jenna Ortega might just steal the spotlight with yet another stunning fashion feat.
