White Lotus has taken over our Sundays once again. And as season three slowly nears its (potentially) fatal ending (for one, or multiple, characters), we’re thinking about the ways in which the fashion also helps tell the story. In the world of White Lotus, the clothes aren’t just an accessory — they’re integral pieces to the puzzle, if you look closely. Each outfit reflects not only a character’s personality — think the chaos of Portia in season two, that had us wondering if her galaxy leggings were going to be the reason she disappeared into thin air with that cute but scary British boy.
With a slew of fun new cast members this season, like Aimee Lou Wood and BLACKPINK’s Lisa, we’re trying to pinpoint just who might be in trouble this go around. For the third season, we’re not just tuning in for the drama, but we’re analyzing the subtle sartorial cues that might hint at who will make it out of the luxurious, yet perilous, confines of the White Lotus hotel alive — and who won’t.
In White Lotus, no outfit is ever just an outfit. Each carefully chosen piece adds to the unraveling of each character. Whether it’s the sleek, expensive resort wear or the more understated choices of those struggling to maintain their facade (like our oftentimes overworked and overwhelmed resort employees), fashion is a language all its own. In this game of survival, sometimes it’s not just the acting that makes you wonder who will live to see the next episode — it’s the clothes. Below, we’ve graded the outfits from season three of White Lotus based off of styling, survivability, and just overall vibes. Will your fave get to leave Thailand alive?