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Okay, I had to do a double-take when I saw Jenna Ortega at the Wednesday Season 2 premiere in London yesterday. Seriously, I almost didn’t recognize her – and that’s saying something considering how iconic her Wednesday Addams look has become.
That Dress Though… Yikes or Yes?
The Netflix star showed up wearing what can only be described as a “snake shedding its skin” dress, and honestly? It’s either brilliant or terrifying – maybe both. The Ashi Studio creation from their FW25 collection was this see-through latex number that literally looked slimy. I’m talking full-on reptile vibes here.
The dress had this structured peplum waist with these jellyfish-style ruffles that were clearly meant to look like, well, ripped snake skin. Kinda gross but also weirdly mesmerizing? The A-line skirt clung to her legs before flowing into a train with the same fringed details. It’s definitely not something you’d wear to brunch, but for a Wednesday Season 2 premiere? Pretty perfect.
Those Bleached Brows Are Everything
But here’s what really got people talking – Jenna Ortega’s eyebrows were completely bleached. Like, almost white. Against her super long dark brown hair, the contrast was insane. I’ve seen some bold beauty choices on red carpets, but this one really made a statement.
Her hair was the longest I’ve seen it in years, reaching down to her mid-back and styled in this loose, low ponytail with some knotted detail at her shoulders. Very Wednesday Addams meets high fashion, if you ask me.
The Full Goth Glam Moment
The makeup was pure gothic perfection. That maroon lipstick against her pale skin? Chef’s kiss. Plus she had this smoky eyeliner with fuchsia shadow rimming her eyes – not your typical Wednesday Season 2 premiere look, but it worked somehow.
The contouring reminded me of Corpse Bride – super defined cheekbones that gave her this almost skeletal appearance. Sounds creepy when I write it out, but it looked incredible in person (well, in photos anyway).
Cast Coordination Game Strong
What I loved was how the whole Wednesday Season 2 cast seemed to coordinate their looks. Joy Sunday and Emma Myers both showed up in crimson red outfits that perfectly complemented Jenna Ortega’s wild ensemble. It’s like they planned this whole gothic color scheme.
Catherine Zeta-Jones, who plays Morticia (Wednesday’s mom for those who forgot), kept it classic in a black gown with a pussy-bow collar and keyhole cutout. Very on-brand for the Addams family matriarch.
Netflix Finally Gives Us What We Want
After waiting nearly three years since Wednesday Season 1 dropped, Netflix is finally releasing part one of Wednesday Season 2 on August 6. Then we get part two on September 3 – which is honestly smart because it’ll keep people talking all month.
The first season was absolutely massive for Netflix. Like, everyone and their mom was doing the Wednesday dance on TikTok. So the pressure’s definitely on for this new season to deliver the same kind of viral moments.
The Wednesday Phenomenon Continues
It’s wild how Wednesday Addams has become this whole aesthetic movement. Dark academia fashion is everywhere now, and a lot of that started with Jenna Ortega’s portrayal of the character. She’s basically turned gothic style into mainstream fashion.
Seeing her at this Wednesday Season 2 premiere looking so dramatically different but still so perfectly Wednesday was kind of genius. She’s evolved the character’s look while staying true to what made it iconic in the first place.
What This Means for Season 2
If Jenna Ortega’s premiere look is any indication, Wednesday Season 2 is going to push boundaries even further than the first season. The snake-skin dress feels like a hint that we might see Wednesday exploring some darker, more twisted storylines.
Netflix clearly isn’t playing it safe with this sequel. They know they’ve got something special with Wednesday, and they’re leaning into the weirdness that made it such a hit.
The fact that they’re splitting Wednesday Season 2 into two parts also suggests there’s a lot more story to tell. Maybe we’ll finally get some answers about Wednesday’s psychic abilities and that whole Hyde creature situation from season one.
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Bottom Line
Jenna Ortega absolutely nailed the Wednesday Season 2 premiere look. Was it weird? Absolutely. Was it perfect for the occasion? Also absolutely. She’s proven once again that she understands the Wednesday Addams character inside and out.
With Netflix dropping the first part of Wednesday Season 2 in just a few weeks, this premiere look has definitely got people hyped. If the show is half as bold as Jenna Ortega’s fashion choices, we’re in for one hell of a season.
Mark your calendars for August 6 – Wednesday Season 2 is finally happening, and based on last night’s premiere energy, it’s going to be worth the wait.
