Florence Pugh returned to the red carpet for the East of Eden premiere at BAFTA in London, wearing a striking black gown from Rodarte’s Fall 2026 collection. With its sweeping volume and sculptural ruffles, the look brought a darker, more theatrical mood to her press tour. Vogue
The gown’s neckline rose into dramatic folds around Pugh’s shoulders, framing her face before narrowing at the waist. Below, layers of black fabric gathered and spilled into a full skirt, creating movement from every angle. The all-black palette let the shape and texture take center stage.
Pugh paired the gown with a sparkling necklace and deep red lipstick. Her hair was swept back from her face, keeping the focus on the oversized shoulders and the dress’s intricate construction. The contrast between the sharp neckline and the softer, cascading skirt gave the look its particular sense of drama.
Rodarte’s romantic sensibility has appeared throughout Pugh’s East of Eden appearances, but this gown made a distinct statement: grand, moody and made for the red carpet. It also continues her run of memorable fashion moments, including the Tamara Ralph couture gown she wore to the Spider-Man: Brand New Day London pr...