Jenna Ortega May Have Just Won The Method Dressing Game With A Cool Throwback To Winona Ryder’s Original Beetlejuice Character

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Jenna Ortega May Have Just Won The Method Dressing Game With A Cool Throwback To Winona Ryder's Original Beetlejuice Character

As a longtime fan of both Tim Burton’s whimsical worlds and the enchanting performances of Jenna Ortega, I must say that this young actress has truly outdone herself with her method dressing for the upcoming “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.” The way she paid homage to Winona Ryder’s iconic character Lydia Deetz in her latest ensemble is nothing short of brilliant.

It’s clear that Jenna Ortega didn’t require much persuasion when it comes to portraying Winona Ryder’s daughter in the upcoming film “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” or her status as a fashion icon. Yet, there’s even more proof to back up these claims. This is because, prior to the 2024 release of “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”, Ortega wore an outfit that demonstrated her skill at method acting, as it paid tribute to her on-screen mother’s original “Beetlejuice” character.

In the much-anticipated follow-up to “Beetlejuice,” Jenna Ortega portrays Astrid Deetz, the child of Winona Ryder’s character Lydia Deetz. These two actresses are truly masters of the “death stair” and can effortlessly embody the black-and-white gothic aesthetic that Tim Burton adores. During this press tour for the upcoming horror film, Ortega has been dressing in a manner reminiscent of her method acting approach, perfectly fitting the movie’s theme. However, I believe her most recent outfit is my favorite as it pays a wonderful tribute to Lydia Deetz and the original movie – take a look:

Jenna Ortega May Have Just Won The Method Dressing Game With A Cool Throwback To Winona Ryder's Original Beetlejuice Character

In the closing scene of the 1988 movie, Lydia portrayed by Ryder, dances suspended in the air to “Jump in the Line”. During Beetlejuice’s appearance in the waiting room, the book “Handbook for the Recently Deceased” is visible. The costume worn by the actress playing Astrid replicates this style almost exactly (as shown below), and it creatively incorporates the book as a handbag.

Jenna Ortega May Have Just Won The Method Dressing Game With A Cool Throwback To Winona Ryder's Original Beetlejuice Character

Over on Instagram, Jenna Ortega’s mom, Natalie Lopez Ortega, reposted the outfit and added a clip from Beetlejuice of Ryder dancing in the air. She applauded her daughter’s stylist Enrique Melendez, writing that he “always understands the assignment,” and that she loved the “homage” it pays to Lydia and the actress who plays her. Girl, I couldn’t agree more!

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As you can see in the image above, Ortega rocked a long plaid skirt, a navy blue cardigan with a gold embroidered ring on the right side of her chest and a white button-down by Thom Browne. Her book bag is by Ozais, and it was made “for Jenna Ortega,” as the brand posted on IG. Honestly, it’s so perfect for this event, it looks exactly like Ryder’s ensemble in the original movie, and it’s another major addition to the trend of method dressing.

Similar to how Zendaya’s styles for “Dune: Part Two” and “Challengers,” or Margot Robbie’s choices for “Barbie,” align with their respective roles, Jenna Ortega’s outfits during this press tour have been fittingly themed around “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.” From her red carpet dress that combined gothic and romantic elements in Mexico to some interview ensembles that exude both “Beetlejuice” and “Addams Family” vibes, she’s been excelling at method dressing. This latest look is just another delightful addition to an already impressive collection.

In summary, it’s evident that the X actress has seamlessly fit into the realm of the Beetlejuice universe, given her ongoing collaboration with Tim Burton on the project Wednesday. This is even more apparent through her choice of outfits during press tours, which reflect a deep understanding of the whimsical, dark, and enchanting world that fans have adored since the 80s, characterized by its fun, fantastical, and gothic elements.

In no time, you’ll get to witness Jenna Ortega portraying Winona Ryder’s daughter in the movie “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice,” which hits theaters on September 9. Until then, I’ll be deeply engrossed in this fantastic replica of Ryder’s stylish outfit and speculating about what her screen daughter might wear next for a Beetlejuice-themed ensemble.

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2024-08-20 19:37