Margot Robbie made a striking impression at the September 11 premiere of her film, *A Big Bold Beautiful Journey*, showcasing what many are calling her riskiest fashion look. The 35-year-old actress wore a daring sheer dress decorated with layers of floral appliques and sparkling crystals, a style perfectly blending boldness with elegance.
The front of her dress featured a scooped neckline that emphasized the detailed embellishments, while the back was nearly bare, revealing a backless design with a beaded thong detail. This combination created a head-turning aesthetic that captured significant attention on the red carpet.
Complementing the Look and Red Carpet Presence
To complement this statement piece, Robbie styled her hair in a sophisticated updo and kept her makeup minimal, highlighting her natural glamour. She was joined by her co-star Colin Farrell, who wore a black suit and a long trench coat, embodying classic English style for the occasion.
This event marked a notable return to the spotlight for Robbie after becoming a mother last year, as she confidently graced the premiere dressed in vintage lingerie by Thierry Mugler. Her comeback also included a previous appearance alongside Farrell at a Los Angeles event on August 20, where she began to make her presence felt again on the red carpet.
Motherhood and Style: A Personal Reflection
Alongside her career achievements, Robbie has been embracing motherhood with style and grace, recently seen wearing a necklace engraved with the word ‘mama’ during a walk on Australia’s Gold Coast with husband Tom Ackerley. Parenthood has become an important and stylish chapter in her life, as she shared candid thoughts about it in an interview.
“It’s funny, you try to explain to someone who has kids, you don’t need to because they get it,”
she told Entertainment Tonight.
“And if they don’t, it’s probably just really boring to hear.”
—Margot Robbie, actress and mother
Margot Robbie and Tom Ackerley’s Journey from Friends to Life Partners
Margot Robbie and Tom Ackerley’s relationship began years before their rise as Hollywood’s notable couple. The two met on the set of *Suite Française* and went on to establish LuckyChap Entertainment alongside friends Josey McNamara and Sophia Kerr. They all lived together in a shared seven-person household in a three-bedroom home located in London’s Clapham neighborhood.
By February 2015, their friendship evolved into romance, though the pair initially kept their relationship private.
“We kept it a secret because we weren’t really taking it seriously,”
Robbie revealed in an Elle interview from 2018.
“’Oh, whatever, we’re just mates, we’re just mates.’ And then… everyone found out.”
—Margot Robbie, actress
Realizing Love and Commitment
Robbie described in a Vogue interview how her feelings for Ackerley developed steadily, despite initially thinking they were one-sided. She called him “the best-looking guy in London” and expressed surprise when their friendship turned into something deeper.
“I was the ultimate single gal. The idea of relationships made me want to vomit,”
Robbie admitted.
“And then this crept up on me. We were friends for so long. I was always in love with him, but I thought, ‘Oh, he would never love me back. Don’t make it weird, Margot. Don’t be stupid and tell him that you like him.’ And then it happened, and I was like, ‘Of course we’re together. This makes so much sense, the way nothing has ever made sense before.’”
—Margot Robbie, actress
Wedding and Partnership Milestones
The couple married in December 2016 during a private ceremony in Byron Bay, Australia. Robbie made headlines with a shirt that read “Say I Do Down Under” and formally confirmed their union with a flash of her ring finger after the ceremony.
In September 2017, they showcased their dedication to both their relationship and their careers, postponing their honeymoon to work on the Oscar-winning film *I, Tonya*, which they co-produced.
“We did this film instead of our honeymoon,”
Robbie told *Extra*.
“There were times we were sitting in a car parked in Atlanta freezing cold being like, ‘We should be on a beach right now. We should be on a honeymoon. What are we doing?!’ Following our dream.”
—Margot Robbie, actress and producer
Supporting Each Other Through High-profile Events
In July 2023, Ackerley accompanied Robbie to the *Barbie* world premiere, where she wore an outfit inspired by the iconic 1961 *Solo in the Spotlight* Barbie edition. He was by her side throughout the global press tour, highlighting their strong partnership both personally and professionally.
The couple took a break in August 2023, enjoying a romantic vacation that included sharing a kiss in the waters of Greece, capturing a personal yet discreet side of their life together away from the spotlight.
Acknowledging Their Relationship Amidst Fame
Despite usually keeping their romance private, Robbie offered rare praise for her husband at the 2024 Critics’ Choice Awards. She reflected on his grounded nature amid their fame.
“He likes being behind the camera. He’s not fazed by any of this stuff.”
—Margot Robbie, actress
Milestones at the 2024 Oscars and Parenthood
Tom Ackerley attended the 2024 Academy Awards for the first time as a nominee, experiencing the event alongside Robbie, who has been nominated for three Oscars. He described the experience as overwhelming yet a fulfilling celebration of cinema.
“It’s obviously incredibly overwhelming at times, but it’s such a celebration of cinema. And being at the center of it, it’s a dream come true, truthfully.”
—Tom Ackerley, producer and nominee
The film *Barbie* earned eight Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, adding to the couple’s growing list of professional achievements.
Later in 2024, after Robbie revealed her pregnancy in July, the couple welcomed their first child, a baby boy, marking a new chapter for them as parents while further deepening their bond.
