Fly Me to the Moon: Scarlett Johansson’s Kelly Jones Office Siren Style to “Sell the Moon”
As if the 1960’s Space Race and subsequent Apollo 11 moon landing didn’t have enough conspiracy theories surrounding it, summer’s latest big budget Blockbuster Fly Me To The Moon is here to add one or two more. Mainly how it is possible that actress Scarlett Johansson could possibly fit so many stylish and glamorous looks into the movie’s 132 minute runtime. But that is exactly where we find ourselves, as we delve into the Scarlett Johansson Fly Me To The Moon outfits that had fashionistas desperate to take their seats the minute the trailer dropped.
Kelly Jones Bold Pink Skirt Suit and Introduction to NASA
High flying Advertising Executive on Madison Avenue, Kelly Jones has used her bold and charismatic nature to play men at their own game. But when shady Moe Berkus (Woody Harrelson) recruits her to transform the image of the Space Race, it isn’t long before she finds herself in a morally questionable position.
Subconsciously embodying the latest trend in womens workwear, the office siren, Kelly’s decade appropriate 60’s looks are reminiscent of television’s Mad Men. Especially her sugary sweet pink matching short sleeved blazer with its Peter Pan collar, that she perfectly pairs with a figure-hugging pencil skirt, and fiery attitude.
Scarlett Johansson’s Zesty Citrus Shades as Kelly Jones in Fly Me To The Moon
When it comes to the Scarlett Johansson Fly Me To The Moon outfits you can learn everything you need to know when director Greg Berlanti, better known for his work on Riverdale (one of our favorite fashion filled shows, just look here), describes Kelly as having “packed for days.”
And what are those no doubt bulging suitcases full of, well fun, bold and bright 60’s dresses, tops and skirts. With Kelly’s go to color palette probably characterized by the words zesty citrus. Shown in everything from her simple striking orange scoop neck, full skirted dresses right through to the sexy shoulder baring yellow halter-neck that gets Cole all flustered.
The Kelly Jones Teal Dress that Sold Cole Davis (Channing Tatum) The Moon
She might have been the woman with all the plans on how to revolutionize the country’s Space Race image, but first she would have the almost impossible job of getting them past Cole, the straight-laced and serious director of NASA. But Kelly knew what she was doing, even wearing a replica of her yellow dress, with its simple silhouette, half-zip front and gently cinched in waist. Only this time in a teal blue which is said to promote open communication and clarity of thoughts, and was exactly what she needed.
Ahoy Sailor! Scarlett Johansson’s Fun Yellow Sailor Dress
It might have a billing as merely a romantic-comedy, but there is a true old Hollywood glamor to the movie especially when it comes to the costumes designed by Mary Zophres. No stranger to using yellow for pivotal looks, she did dress Emma Stone in La La Land after all, the Scarlett Johansson Fly Me To The Moon outfits also have a perfect lemon yellow moment. As Kelly slips into a fun and jovial sailor inspired dress with its stark black trim, that might actually make her the center of attention, in one of the missions’ more serious moments.
Feeling Blue: The More Serious and Calming Kelly Jones Fly Me To The Moon Outfits
Even though she favors bold and bright colors that make her stand-out in a NASA crowd, Kelly knows sometimes a more calming and reassuring tone is needed. Instead searching her wardrobe for her office siren pencil skirts and matching two-piece sets in tranquil shades of blue. Just like her mock tie-neck sweater top that she wore in a pale and dusty almost gray blue for her clandestine meeting with the shady Moe Berkus about “Project Artemis.”
Or these looks, that she even perfectly accessories in matching shades…
A Rare Kelly Jones Patterned Dress in Fly Me To The Moon
The Scarlett Johansson Fly Me To The Moon outfits don’t feature many patterns, instead she sticks to her bright zesty yellow, orange and simple yet statement blue color palettes. Preferring to leave the bold looks to moon landing director Lance Vespertine, and her mini-dress wearing assistant Ruby.
But when Kelly does venture into prints, she goes for one that would make Palm Royales Maxine Dellacorte-Simmons proud. With her eye-catching sheath dress, with its figure skimming silhouette, modest neckline and tie feature covered in a bright statement pink and green paisley print.
A Modern Woman in a Mans World: The Capri Pants of Scarlett Johansson’s Kelly Jones
As a modern woman Kelly Jones outfits aren’t all pencil skirts and modest necklines, with her even venturing into the world of capri pants. Happy to wear them to work, while staying firmly behind the camera, Kelly might need some tips from a Lesson in Chemistry’s Elizabeth Zott who had no problem wearing them on national television.
But between her usual bright colors, coiffed hair and perfect make-up her most striking capri pants look is this orange and yellow one. Where her warm citrusy glow isn’t the only thing heating up our screens.
The story behind Fly Me To The Moon might pull facts from the real drama and troubles behind the 1960’s Space Race and Apollo 11 moon landing. But instead of worrying about all the conspiracies let’s just focus on what’s important. And that’s watching the movie on repeat to make sure you don’t miss one single Scarlett Johansson Fly Me To The Moon outfit that you could steal for your own bright and zesty vintage wardrobe.