Zendaya declares team edward, pattinson joins the fray
The final curtain has fallen on the Drama Press Tour, but Zendaya, alongside her stylist Law Roach, delivered a parting shot that’s sparked a fresh wave of intrigue. It wasn’t just the clever “something old, something new” rotation of vintage gowns—a nod to her 2015 Oscars look, a borrowed number from Cate Blanchett, and a breathtaking Schiaparelli couture moment—but a playful collision of universes that has the internet buzzing.
A twilight revelation at electric cinema
The surprise came at a screening of Dune: Part Two at London's Electric Cinema in Notting Hill. Robert Pattinson, typically elusive, made a rare public appearance, and his choice of attire spoke volumes. The actor arrived sporting, not just any ensemble, but genuine Twilight merchandise, effectively confirming what fans have long suspected: Zendaya is firmly on Team Edward Cullen. It's a surprisingly candid declaration, especially considering the often-fierce debate surrounding the Twilight saga.
Zendaya, introducing the film, amplified the moment. She stepped onstage sporting a black puffer jacket emblazoned with an image of Pattinson as the iconic teen vampire, paired with black suit trousers and cream ballet flats. Her bixie cut, styled with a tousled, side-parted wave, added a touch of effortless cool to the already charming display. It wasn't just Zendaya showing her fandom, either; Jennifer Lawrence, Pattinson’s co-star in Die My Love, has been repeatedly spotted sporting a Twilight: Breaking Dawn baseball cap, further cementing a shared appreciation for the franchise.
The press circuit, it seems, has been less about meticulously curated 'method dressing' and more about embracing a playful, almost cinematic approach to fashion. The pairings and the nods to past projects suggest a deliberate strategy to blur the lines between personal style and character affiliation. But the question now is: can this approach sustain itself beyond the current wave of publicity?
With Dune Part 3, The Odyssey, and another Spider-Man installment looming in 2026, Zendaya and Law Roach have set a remarkably high bar. The duo’s ability to consistently redefine red-carpet narratives is undeniable—and this latest, delightfully unexpected, twist only solidifies their position as arbiters of contemporary style. The press tour may be over, but the conversation has just begun. Photo: Getty Images