Nicola Coughlan Looks Straight Out of a Fairytale in a Sheer Princess Gown

If anyone can make a case for unabashed whimsy on the red carpet, it’s Nicola Coughlan. On the red carpet, the Bridgerton star has built a reputation for favoring looks that feel lifted from a period drama, complete with a touch of fantasy. Last night, she proved as much in an outfit that felt like a fairytale come to life.

Attending a screening of The Magic Faraway Tree in London, Coughlan leaned fully into themed dressing in an outfit that embraced storybook romance. The actor wore a mint green couture dress by Georges Hobeika, delicately embellished with crystal beading. It started with an off-the-shoulder bustier complete with thin straps, shimmering fringe detailing, and a ruffled neckline with tiered boho sleeves. The dress then fell into a gently pleated skirt, finished with a subtle train that swept behind her. Coughlan tied the look together with minimal jewelry, a mauve lip and glowing skin, and tousled curls that she let cascade down her back.

Coughlan has made themed dressing part of her red carpet repertoire, most notably during her Bridgerton era. Since her role in the Netflix romance, she’s worn everything from empire-waist gowns to confectionary tulle creations that nod to the show’s pastel-drenched world.

Coughlan stars alongside Andrew Garfield and Claire Foy in The Magic Faraway Tree, a whimsical adaptation of Enid Blyton’s beloved children’s book series from director Ben Gregor. Her role as Silky the fairy made her storybook-inspired look last night all the more apt.