The arrival of Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, which premieres this week, sees multi-hyphenate Phoebe Waller-Bridge tackle her first leading role in a big-budget film. While promoting the film across the globe, Waller-Bridge is donning a red carpet wardrobe worthy of a blockbuster. The Fleabag creator has taken to wearing a slew of sleek, mostly monochromatic ensembles on the red carpet. A perfect example: While at the film’s UK premiere on Monday, she opted for a chainmail slip dress and a white cape with sharp-lined tailoring. She is a portrait of the modern film star.
In the film, the fifth in the franchise, Waller-Bridge plays Helena Shaw, the crafty goddaughter of Indiana Jones. Understandably, her wardrobe is more grounded and practical in the adventure film. Off-screen, Waller-Bridge, who works with stylist Ryan Hastings, has opted for a full-throated glam and opulence as a considered contrast to her utilitarian character.
For premiere in Los Angeles earlier this month, Waller-Bridge opted for a sleek suit featuring an abdomen cut-out by Alexander McQueen. For a Cannes photocall, she wore a lace polo-meets-corset dress crafted by Dolce and Gabbana. Then, for the blockbuster’s red carpet premiere at Cannes, she wore a Schiaparelli Haute Couture dress with a fishtail skirt.
The past Vogue cover star is certainly enjoying her well-deserved starring moment in one of the highest-earning franchises in film history. We have a feeling, though, that there is much more to come. (For example, fans are already clamoring for a full-fledged spin off for Waller-Bridge’s character.)
