The sun-drenched cliffs of Capri set the stage for Another Simple Favor, the highly anticipated sequel that reunites beleaguered leads Blake Lively and Anna Kendrick-whose rumored off-screen feud has fueled as much tabloid heat as the film’s plot twists. The press tour itself has been a spectacle, with Lively and Kendrick’s coordinated yet contrasting looks at London photocalls sending the fashion world into a frenzy over whether their sartorial unity is a truce or a chess move. But on screen, the wardrobe is the real star: a dazzling, referential, and often subversive parade of couture and contemporary fashion, masterminded by costume designer Renée Ehrlich Kalfus. Here, we spotlight five of the film’s most captivating looks, each a masterclass in character storytelling through clothes.

Emily’s Grand Entrance: The Shackled Pinstripe Suit

Blake Lively’s Emily Nelson makes her post-prison debut in a look that is both literal and layered: a sharply tailored pinstripe suit, accented with handcuff-inspired earrings. The effect is pure visual wit-a nod to her recent incarceration, but also a reclamation of her signature power-dressing from the first film. The suit’s crisp lines and jailhouse stripes evoke both authority and vulnerability, while sparkling Christian Louboutin boots (described by Kalfus as “the Queen’s jewels for your feet”) add a flash of defiance and glamour. This ensemble is Emily’s armor, signaling her refusal to be diminished by scandal, and setting the tone for a film where every outfit is a clue.

The 40-Pound Floral Fantasy: Tamara Ralph’s Halter Top

For the pre-wedding festivities, Emily dons a sculpted, floral halter top by Tamara Ralph-a breathtaking piece that reportedly weighed 40 pounds. The top’s dramatic silhouette, adorned with oversized blooms, transforms Lively into a living sculpture, both beautiful and burdened. The weight of the garment is a metaphor for Emily’s own emotional baggage, and the painstaking construction (complete with an internal corset) is a testament to the lengths the production went for visual impact. The look is almost impossible to wear, but utterly unforgettable, underscoring Emily’s penchant for fashion that is both aspirational and a little bit dangerous.

The Sunhat Heard ‘Round the World: Capri’s Fiore Hat Shop

Perhaps the film’s most meme-worthy accessory is the enormous floppy sunhat that Emily wears while stalking through Capri’s winding streets. Discovered by Lively herself in a tiny local shop, the hat is more than a sun shield-it’s a statement of theatrical intent. Paired with a black maxi skirt, a white satin blouse, thigh-high snakeskin Louboutin boots, and black lace gloves, the silhouette is both mysterious and commanding. The hat becomes “almost another character,” serving drama and a touch of absurdity, and reminding us that sometimes the best fashion moments are born of serendipity and a fearless eye.

The Ostrich Feather Party: Alice+Olivia’s Mint Jacket

For one of the film’s party scenes, Emily swans in wearing a mint green ostrich feather jacket by Alice+Olivia. The jacket, with its tactile, frothy plumes, is pure fantasy-an instant focal point that channels old Hollywood glamour and contemporary irreverence. Styled with simple accessories, the look is both extravagant and wearable, a reminder that party dressing should be fun, unapologetic, and a little bit wild. It’s a visual exclamation point in a film that delights in upending expectations.

Pearls and Peril: The Tamara Ralph Wedding Gown

No wedding in Capri would be complete without couture, and Emily’s custom Tamara Ralph gown is a showstopper. Embellished with pearls and designed to evoke bloodstains, the dress is a gothic romance come to life. The drama extended off-screen, with the crew reportedly ferrying red dye from Naples to achieve the perfect hue. The effect is haunting and beautiful-a gown that tells a story of love, danger, and the high price of secrets. It’s a fitting climax to a film where every stitch is loaded with meaning, and every look is a plot twist in itself.

Another Simple Favor is a fashion feast, a puzzle box of references and revelations. In the hands of Kalfus, Lively, and Kendrick, clothes become more than costumes-they are confessions, provocations, and sometimes, weapons. This is style as storytelling, and it’s never looked so deliciously dangerous.