Margot Robbie has launched her promotional tour for the upcoming film Wuthering Heights, making a striking entrance that embraced the dark and romantic spirit of the story. On Monday, she appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live dressed in a black lace Alexander McQueen gown, perfectly embodying her character, Catherine Earnshaw, in both style and mood.
Sharing the screen with Jacob Elordi, who plays Heathcliff, Robbie’s costume choice reflected the gothic novel’s atmosphere. The intricate, sheer embroidered dress featured a high neck, ruffled collar, and a chest cutout, with a high-low hemline that revealed mid-thigh at the front and cascaded in layers behind her. The long, subtly flared sleeves paid homage to Victorian fashion, drawing viewers into the mid-19th century setting of Emily Brontë’s classic tale.
Distinctive Stylistic Elements Highlight Victorian Inspiration
The 35-year-old Australian actress complemented her gothic look with a crimped half-ponytail hairstyle, adding a romantic, period-appropriate touch. Her footwear also echoed the film’s mood, wearing black heeled sandals by McQueen, adorned with rosary beads wrapped delicately around her ankles. This careful attention to styling further cemented the connection between her and her portrayal in the film.
The day before her Jimmy Kimmel Live appearance, Robbie donned a similarly Victorian-inspired Roberto Cavalli dress, also black with bell sleeves and a daringly short hemline. Accompanying this outfit were Christian Louboutin patent heels, standing at an imposing 130mm high, emphasizing her bold fashion statements during the press tour. Robbie’s hair remained in the same crimped style, accented by a black velvet choker that featured an oversized pendant, reinforcing the gothic and romantic theme.
Matching Jewelry Symbolizes Enduring Love Between Characters
In an intimate detail revealed during the tour, Robbie and Elordi wore custom gold rings from British jeweler Cece Fein-Hughes. These pieces show a skeleton couple entwined with roses and thorns—a striking and symbolic design linked to the film’s official poster. The jewelry also includes an engraving of Emily Brontë’s most famous quote,
“Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same,”
flanked by the initials C & H, honoring the deep bond between Catherine and Heathcliff.
The rings symbolize Heathcliff and Catherine, and a love that transcends time,
Cece Fein-Hughes explained.
The skeletons are positioned exactly as they appear on the iconic film poster, entwined with roses and thorns, representing passion, beauty, and heartbreak.
Engraved within is Emily Brontë’s timeless quote, ‘Whatever our souls are made of, his and mine are the same,’ alongside C&H on either side, a quiet tribute to two characters, and two souls, bound together forever.’
— Cece Fein-Hughes, Jeweler
Fein-Hughes is renowned for her hand-painted gold pieces and has recently gained popularity among celebrities including Taylor Swift, Gigi Hadid, Kendall Jenner, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Rihanna, solidifying her presence in the high-fashion jewelry world.
Robbie’s Impact on Method Dressing and Press Tour Fashion
Margot Robbie’s approach to dressing for the Wuthering Heights tour reflects a broader trend of method dressing, where actors immerse themselves in their characters’ styles for press events. This technique, which Robbie significantly influenced during the 2023 Barbie promotional tour, merges storytelling with fashion, creating a richer narrative experience for audiences.
Her wardrobe choices have inspired widespread attention, including a coffee table book centered on her red carpet appearances. Method dressing has also been visible in tours for other recent films such as The Substance, Wicked, Marty Supreme, and Challengers, highlighting the increasing importance of costume continuity beyond the screen.
Anticipation Builds as February Release Nears
The film, directed by Emerald Fennell and featuring Robbie as Catherine alongside Jacob Elordi’s Heathcliff, is scheduled for release on Valentine’s Day. The pairing of these two actors, both on and off-screen, has generated considerable buzz, and fans eagerly await seeing their portrayal of this timeless, tragic love story.
Given Robbie’s evocative styling and Elordi’s co-star chemistry, the promotional tour is expected to maintain a strong visual and emotional consistency that respects the original novel’s themes while appealing to modern audiences. The use of carefully curated fashion and symbolic jewelry signals a dedication to authenticity, suggesting the tour will continue to emphasize the depth and complexity of the characters as the release date approaches.
