Oscar nominee Florence Pugh has consistently embraced the sheer dress aesthetic, establishing it as one of her signature style choices. However, her latest transparent ensemble introduces a hint of sci-fi allure that seamlessly blends futuristic elements with fantastical charm. At the grand promotional event for Dune: Part Two in Mexico City, Pugh stunned in a customized Galvan gown embellished with intricate scale-shaped mirrored detailing. The ensemble, embodying a mermaidcore aesthetic, featured a high-waisted column skirt and a bra top, both adorned with small diamond-shaped mirrors set upon a sheer fabric layer. Paired elegantly with metallic silver heels, her outfit made a bold sci-fi fashion statement in harmony with the film's ethos.
Accessorizing the mirrored ensemble, Pugh adorned herself with a diamond choker and matching earrings by Shaun Leane, accompanied by several diamond rings. True to her style, she sported her signature septum piercing, with her locks elegantly pulled back, except for a cascade of ice blonde hair framing her forehead. Opting for glamorous makeup, the actress highlighted her look with a bronze smoky eye, fluttery eyelashes, and a matte rosy lip color.
In Dune: Part Two, Pugh portrays Princess Irulan, set to hit cinemas worldwide on Mar. 1. Although her character debuts in the film's sequel, she joins the existing cast members from the first movie, including Zendaya, Timothée Chalamet, Austin Butler, Rebecca Ferguson, Josh Brolin, Dave Bautista, Stellan Skarsgård, Charlotte Rampling, and Javier Bardem.
In Frank Herbert's novels, Irulan serves as the narrative backbone of the story. Director Denis Villeneuve has chosen to take a different approach, leaving fans curious about her role in his adaptations. ScreenRant notes, “Herbert positioned her as a supporting figure in Paul's journey, but it appears the film will grant her a more consequential role beyond just being a dutiful spouse.”
The article suggests that Irulan's character in the movie will likely possess greater depth and complexity, portraying her as “a journalist endeavoring to uncover truths about House Atreides,” a deviation that promises to make her character far more intriguing than her initial depiction in the literary work as a mere obedient wife.
Irulan assumes a more substantial role in Dune Messiah and Children of Dune; therefore, if additional Dune installments are in the pipeline, viewers can anticipate further exploration of her character. While Dune: Part Two is adapted from the latter part of Herbert's initial Dune novel, any forthcoming sequels remain unconfirmed.