Aussie model Erin Holland sports bizarre oversized jacket as she mingles with A-listers at Fantastic Four premiere in Sydney
The Aussie model, who won Miss World Australia in 2013, attended the Fantastic Four: First Steps premiere in Sydney, which saw Hollywood heavyweights Pedro Pascal, Vanessa Kirby and Joseph Quinn take to the blue carpet.
However, the 36-year-old's outfit of choice sent tongues wagging at the glitzy event.
A lady in red, Erin put on a leggy display in a tiny cherry-coloured frock, designed by Aussie brand Khirzad Femme.
Over the dress, she bizarrely layered a cropped blazer, which boasted large shoulder pads and sleeves that were so long, they hid her hands completely.
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She matched the eye-catching ensemble with a red purse and a metallic pair of sky-high heels.
Erin wore her signature brunette locks in waves across one shoulder and opted for rosy cheeks and a matching pink lip for the occasion.
Beloved A-lister Pedro wowed as he arrived for the Sydney premiere of his new film while looking dapper in a sheer shirt.
The 50-year-old American actor, also known for his roles in The Last of Us and The Mandalorian, posed alongside his co-stars while promoting their new Marvel movie.
Turning heads in a chic but classic ensemble, Pedro chose a well-tailored white shirt in a semi-sheer fabric, with panels at the front, worn partially unbuttoned.
The star added a pair of black trousers with flared hems and leather dress shoes, as well as reading glasses.
Pedro laughed and larked about with his co-stars as the foursome hammed it up in front of the media wall.
Vanessa, 37, was showing off her baby bump in a sheer black dress that had exaggerated, textured bell sleeves.
The heavily pregnant Crown actress added a crop top under her see-through gown, which also featured solid black skirting.
She completed the look with see-through black high heels, as well as adding a number of chunky rings and earrings for accessories.
Vanessa chose a clean and peachy make-up look with a pale coral lipstick and slicked her blonde hair off her face into a low ponytail.
Joseph, 31, who rose to international fame playing Eddie Munson in Stranger Things, was on trend in a navy blue ensemble.
The British actor wore a royal blue satin shirt underneath his well-fitted suit, to which he added patent dress shoes.
Ebon Moss-Bachrach, who plays The Thing in the upcoming film, opted for slate tones for his suit.
The American actor, 48, added a dark shirt under his fashionable blazer, and was seen giggling with his co-stars as they posed on the blue carpet at the event.
The four stars of the hotly-anticipated comic book adaptation were seen arriving in Australia this weekend ahead of the premiere.
Beloved A-lister Pedro wowed as he arrived for the Sydney premiere of his new film while looking dapper in a sheer shirt
The film marks the latest reboot of Marvel's iconic superhero team and is one of the studio's most anticipated releases in years.
In February, Marvel fans were delighted to see the first-look trailer for The Fantastic Four: First Steps.
They took to social media to give their opinions on the latest instalment of the superhero franchise, with one person writing on X: 'Okay the Fantastic Four trailer wasn't bad. I'm pleasantly surprised.'
Another added: 'I'm not even a Fantastic Four fan, but this looks really sleek. It's nailing the period setting in the same way that First Avenger did.'
Someone else weighed in: 'Watched the Fantastic Four trailer and I actually am excited for a Marvel movie again.'
And another social media user described the Fantastic Four comic series as 'the only ones I've been able to stomach,' adding, 'The trailer looks so great. I need this.'
'I've felt a little burnt out on superheroes but Fantastic Four are my ride or die,' one fan revealed. 'I'm so happy the movie looks good.'
Others praised the teaser for its 'nostalgic' feel and for looking 'very cinematic.'
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