Lily James, usually celebrated for her ladylike charm and classic glamour, decided to switch things up in a bold new shoot for Defined Magazine.
Known for her polished red carpet looks, the 36-year-old star of Downton Abbey stunned fans as she embraced a far sexier, more daring side, trading her signature style for eye-catching lingerie and edgy ensembles.
Sizzling Lingerie Looks Steal the Spotlight
The actress turned up the heat in a series of sizzling snaps, including a silky white underwear set and a black corset with suspenders.
After a sun-soaked summer in Europe, Lily brought the same energy home, showing off her confidence in a shoot that was anything but modest.
Her lingerie looks weren’t the only bold choices.
Lily also experimented with statement pieces like a cream fur coat draped over her head, paired with a smoldering vampish pout.
One standout look featured PVC pants paired with a silk bra layered over a knitted top, teasing a glimpse of her toned abs.
Pushing Boundaries with Unconventional Styles
The British actress didn’t stop there.
She later stepped it up with a leather trench coat worn over a dramatic corset, exuding high-fashion drama.
A particularly unconventional look saw Lily in a spray-on corset top with emerald earrings replacing her nipples—proving she’s unafraid to take risks for art.
Love Life: Keeping it Private
The photoshoot comes after Lily opened up about her personal life in a candid interview with Who What Wear.
While she remained tight-lipped about her current romantic status, the actress admitted she isn’t a fan of dating apps.
“I was always in relationships when the apps started. Now, I just don’t know,” Lily confessed.
“I feel a bit self-conscious. I try to stay really private, as private as I can.
To be on a dating app feels a bit counterintuitive to that desire.”
Reflections on Life and Priorities
Lily also shared her thoughts on aging and the changes that come with entering her thirties.
She revealed that the realization that “life is finite” has reshaped her priorities.
“I only want to do stuff that I really care about,” she said.
“I want to spend time with the people I love.
I want to make the most of this wild and crazy life, so I only want to work on stuff that I really love. That’s changed.”
Spotlight on Career: Swiped and Whitney Wolfe Herd
On the professional front, Lily discussed her role in the upcoming movie Swiped, a biopic about Bumble CEO Whitney Wolfe Herd and the alleged sexual harassment Wolfe faced while at Tinder.
Speaking about her character, Lily explained, “When I first read the script, I was taken aback by Whitney Wolfe’s story.
Dating apps are such a big part of our culture—they shape how we meet people.
Learning about this woman’s journey, her resilience, and the challenges she overcame to become such a formidable entrepreneur was deeply inspiring.”
What’s Next for Lily James?
Fresh off daring editorial shoots and powerful film roles, Lily James seems ready to continue balancing bold career choices with private, meaningful personal moments.
Fans will no doubt be watching closely as she continues to explore new dimensions of both her craft and herself.