Emma d’Arcy Elevates Biker Style in Alexander McQueen

Since first bursting onto our screens with their showstopping performance in House of the Dragon back in August, Emma d’Arcy and their rapid ascent to fame has been a joy to witness. Equally as exciting as her turn as princess Rhaenyra Targaryen? The actor’s razor-sharp eye for style.

While you might see them on-screen sporting the signature lengthy blonde tresses of the Targaryen clan and in sweeping, medieval-inspired gowns befitting the show’s fantasy setting, d’Arcy’s personal style has a more dangerous edge. Just take their look for the London premiere of House of the Dragon, which featured a tinsel-like golden Acne Studios lurex vest, or their outfit for the Los Angeles premiere, for which they paired an oversized Vetements suit with a pair of steel-capped chunky white boots.

Still, it was a treat to see d’Arcy step out in London last night for the GQ Men of the Year awards in what may well be her slickest look yet: a black leather jacket and matching trousers by Alexander McQueen. (Although with its particular brand of refinement and edge, who could be a better fit for d’Arcy than McQueen?) With their hair newly dyed a striking shade of crimson and one of the brand’s signature knuckleduster-handle clutches, it offered an elevated take on classic biker fashion—and served as further proof, if you needed it, that d’Arcy is a style star firmly on the rise.