Last night New York’s STORIED venue became the stage for Jaguar’s most ambitious rollout yet: the £120,000 Type 01 electric grand tourer. The British marque used the event to announce its first-ever brand ambassador, Florence Pugh and to showcase a bold design language that abandons traditional petrol heritage. The car, equipped with three electric motors, a 1,015-horsepower output and a 450-mile range, is positioned for a younger, urban audience that craves both performance and a statement-making silhouette.
The Jaguar Type 01 debut
Jaguar’s transition to an all-electric portfolio was sealed in December of the previous year when the company halted production of gasoline and diesel models. The Type 01, a four-door GT with a 23-inch wheelbase, 2,700 kg curb weight and a top speed of 155 mph, embodies the brand’s new visual identity, ditching the iconic growler badge for a minimalist emblem. Rawdon Glover, managing director, emphasized that the vehicle’s audacious proportions will not please every palate, but it will attract buyers eager to “make a strong statement about themselves.”
Florence Pugh’s red-carpet transformation
When Pugh stepped onto the carpet, she arrived in a black waistcoat dress by Patrick McDowell, its satin skirt cascading to the floor and accentuated by a pair of platform heels. Her hair, crafted by stylist Hyungsun Ju was pulled into an architectural chignon punctuated by a sharply cut baby-bang that sat high on her forehead, giving the look a punk-edge that contrasted with the dress’s classic glamour. Makeup artist Alex Babsky framed her face with precise brows, a micro-winged liner and a deep crimson lip that echoed the boldness of her hair.
Accessories completed the tableau: a dazzling Bvlgari diamond necklace, a matching bracelet, and a manicure by Dawn Sterling that married a glossy black base with accent nails encrusted in “diamond twists.” The glittering nails acted as a visual bridge between the actress’s outfit and the car’s luminous design, proving that nail art remains a vibrant element of celebrity style.
Why the look matters for beauty trends
The baby-bang has surged back into relevance this season, joining the roster of fall’s quick-reset beauty tricks. From Dakota Johnson’s self-trimmed fringe to Taylor Swift’s era-defining sweeps, the trend signals a shift toward shorter, attitude-driven hair. Pugh’s rendition pushes the envelope further: the piecey fringe sits higher than the brows, delivering a rebellious silhouette that challenges traditional bombshell aesthetics.
Equally, the diamond manicure demonstrates that short, polished nails can still sparkle with personality. After a period where neutral manicures dominated red-carpet appearances, Pugh’s bling-laden tips revive interest in statement nail art, encouraging a blend of minimalist base tones with eye-catching accents. Together, the hair and nail choices underscore a broader movement where classic elegance is being re-interpreted through a contemporary, edgy lens.
