Margot Robbie Sparks Buzz With Gothic Wuthering Heights Style

Margot Robbie is no stranger to reinvention, but her latest transformation is turning heads for all the right reasons. On January 26, 2026, the Australian actress appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live! to promote her new film, Wuthering Heights, alongside co-star Jacob Elordi. The buzz around the film’s Valentine’s Day release is matched only by the palpable chemistry between its stars and Robbie’s bold new fashion choices, which have set the tone for a modern take on classic romance—both on and off the screen.

During her lively appearance with Jimmy Kimmel, Robbie, 35, couldn’t help but laugh as the conversation turned to her on-screen relationship with Elordi, 28. The two play the star-crossed lovers Catherine Earnshaw and Heathcliff in director Emerald Fennell’s adaptation of Emily Brontë’s iconic novel. Kimmel, with his trademark mischief, observed, “There is a lot of sex in the film,” prompting Robbie to clarify, “My character Catherine Earnshaw and Elordi’s Heathcliff never even really kissed in the novel.” Kimmel shot back, “Wow, you guys do.” Robbie, grinning, agreed, “Yeah, we kiss a lot. We kiss everywhere, yeah, a lot of kissing.” According to Daily Mail, this playful banter set the tone for the interview, highlighting the film’s steamy reinterpretation of Brontë’s famously repressed romance.

But it wasn’t just the kissing that had everyone talking. Robbie, who is married to film producer Tom Ackerley, revealed that the film’s release date—just before Valentine’s Day—was “a very intentional choice.” She recounted watching the film with a group of her female friends, suggesting, “I would say like going with a group of girlfriends and having a couple of drinks, that’s gonna be a fun night out.” She went on to joke about the film’s romantic tension, admitting she worried that women might start comparing their partners to the brooding Heathcliff or his rival Edgar Linton. “I wonder if this will start fights, because I do think a lot of men are gonna turn to their partners afterwards and be like, ‘Am I Heathcliff to you or am I Edgar to you?’ And I don’t know if they wanna hear the answer,” she quipped. “And then the follow-up question’s gonna be like, ‘Well then who is your Heathcliff?’”

The chemistry between Robbie and Elordi isn’t just for the cameras. In a recent interview with Fandango, Robbie confessed to developing a “codependent” bond with her co-star during filming. “I’m so codependent with people I work with and I love everyone so much and I’m always that person who’s so devastated when a job’s over and I never want it to end. I think I developed that quite quickly with Jacob too,” she said. Elordi echoed the sentiment, describing their dynamic as a “mutual obsession.” He explained, “I made sure I was no less than 10 meters away from Margot Robbie at all times. Watching how she drinks tea, how she eats her food, how she does it. When is it going to slip? When is the thing going to come undone? And, it never comes undone.”

Director Emerald Fennell, who previously helmed Promising Young Woman, offered her own behind-the-scenes anecdote, revealing that Elordi would often linger in the background, watching Robbie’s every move as she embodied Catherine. “I didn’t tell him to do that,” Fennell said, laughing. “I actually had to ask him to leave.” Robbie admitted that by the third day of filming, she found herself searching for Elordi’s presence, feeling “really unnerved and unmoored” when he wasn’t nearby. “I felt quite lost, like a kid without their blanket or something,” she admitted.

This intense working relationship seems to have paid off. Elordi, who described moments on set where “we really were a part of their love, for real,” stars opposite Robbie in a cast that also includes Shazad Latif, Hong Chau, Alison Oliver, Charlotte Mellington, and Owen Cooper. The film, set to hit theaters on February 13, is co-produced by Robbie’s LuckyChap Entertainment—the same company behind 2023’s box office smashes Barbie and Saltburn. Robbie, who welcomed a baby boy with her husband Tom Ackerley in October 2024, continues to balance her expanding family with her flourishing career, showing no signs of slowing down.

As if her on-screen transformation weren’t enough, Robbie’s real-life fashion choices have become a sensation in their own right. On January 27, she was featured in a show-stopping Roberto Cavalli minidress that perfectly captured the “Wuthering Heights” aesthetic. According to fashion coverage, the black dress boasted a deep square neckline with velvet trim and dramatic, bell-shaped sleeves—details that evoke the Victorian era while remaining thoroughly modern thanks to the dress’s “tiny” length. The matte black crepe fabric hugged her figure, and the overall silhouette struck a balance between historical romance and contemporary allure.

The accessories completed the look: a black velvet choker adorned with a large red gemstone pendant, surrounded by intricate gold detailing and a delicate pearl drop. The jewelry, described as resembling a treasured heirloom, added an air of mystery and vintage elegance. Robbie finished the ensemble with sleek black high-heeled pumps, creating a long, elegant line, and styled her hair in loose, slightly crimped waves for a windswept, ethereal effect. Her makeup was understated, allowing the drama of the dress and jewelry to take center stage. As Daily Mail and fashion outlets noted, Robbie’s poised elegance with a dark, romantic twist embodies a modern interpretation of a classic literary figure—one who strides confidently into the present, cape sleeves and all.

Robbie’s style evolution is no accident. With the expert guidance of stylist Andrew Mukamal, she has transitioned from her signature pink aesthetic to what’s now being dubbed her “Gothic Romance” era. This new look, anchored by historical references and literary nods, feels both fresh and timeless—much like the enduring story of Wuthering Heights itself. The deliberate blend of Victorian drama and modern sensuality not only pays homage to Brontë’s original work but also signals a new chapter for Robbie as both an actress and a fashion icon.

With Wuthering Heights set to open just in time for Valentine’s Day, anticipation is running high. The film promises to deliver a passionate, contemporary twist on a beloved classic, anchored by the electric connection between Robbie and Elordi. Off-screen, Robbie’s fashion choices are setting trends and sparking conversation, proving once again that she’s a star who knows how to make an entrance—and leave audiences wanting more.

As Margot Robbie steps into this new era, both in her career and her personal style, it’s clear that she’s not just following trends—she’s setting them, one dramatic sleeve and windswept wave at a time.