Robbie reinvented: milan design week sees star embrace ‘sciura’ style

Milan Design Week roared to life this week, a concentrated pulse of creativity and commerce that drew the usual suspects – architects, artists, and the predictably stylish. But the event’s most intriguing arrival wasn’t a designer, but Margot Robbie.

A galaxy far, far away… from her usual look

The actress, freshly off a grueling press cycle, traded her signature Regency-era silhouettes for a distinctly Milanese aesthetic – a deliberate homage to the ‘sciura,’ a figure of impeccable style and unapologetic glamour that dominates the city’s Fashion scene. Robbie’s choice was a pointed, and undeniably effective, statement.

She landed at RH’s Gallery on Corso Venezia, a resurrected 19th-century palazzo now a sprawling retail and hospitality destination, and immediately commanded attention. Forget the flowing silks and delicate details; Robbie arrived in a sharp charcoal gray Armani suit. The ensemble was anchored by a striking purple and gold crab brooch, a textural counterpoint to the slate gray knit sweater and ruffled blouse beneath. A red and gold belt cinched the trousers, and she completed the look with rounded black leather flats – a subtle, almost restrained, choice that underscored the overall effect.

The sciura code decoded

But the devil, as always, was in the details. The ‘sciura’ isn't about overt displays of wealth; it’s about the effortless quality of expensive pieces, the considered layers of texture, and a healthy dose of unapologetic confidence. Robbie’s stylist clearly understood this. The wet-look hair, feathered bangs, and minimal, glowy makeup – a significant departure from her usual high-octane glamour – felt deliberate, almost subversive. It was a calculated step away from the predictable, a visual signal that she’s actively challenging her own image.

Joining her was Zoe Saldaña, radiating effortlessly in a glittering gold Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello dress and Cartier jewelry. The pairing solidified the trend: Robbie’s ongoing willingness to experiment, to shed old skins and embrace a new, bolder identity. This isn't merely a fleeting stylistic whim; it feels like a deliberate recalibration, a signal that she’s ready to explore the full spectrum of her visual vocabulary. Let’s just hope we see more of this fearless approach.