The fifth episode of FX’s Pose was perhaps its most poignant so far, with Blanca dealing with the death of her mother and Elektra reckoning with the realization she’s not the empathetic house mother she ought to be.
But don’t worry: All those feelings didn’t get in the way of Pose delivering some of its most decadent, stunning looks thus far, courtesy of costume designer Lou Eyrich. Here are the 10 best looks from episode five of Pose, including Pray Tell’s killer headgear and Elektra’s somehow chic alternative to a hospital gown.
10. Elektra’s post-op, shimmery cream and pastel blouse
Dominique Jackson as Elektra on ‘Pose’FX
9. Blanca’s 1980s English teacher outfit, an embroidered black-and-gold coat with an acid wash skirt and yellow turtleneck
Mj Rodriguez as Blanca on ‘Pose’FX
8. Lulu’s metallic jumpsuit, jeweled VIP hat and rainbow fanny pack
Hailie Sahar as Lulu on ‘Pose’FX
Hailie Sahar as Lulu on ‘Pose’FX
7. Pray Tell’s take on a Navy captain, sans shirt
Billy Porter as Pray Tell in ‘Pose’FX
6. Blanca’s blue metallic dress with a flowing, embroidered wrap
Mj Rodriguez as Blanca on ‘Pose’FX
Mj Rodriguez as Blanca on ‘Pose’FX
5. Elektra’s blue-and-gold dinner hostess look
Dominique Jackson as Elektra on ‘Pose’FX
Dominique Jackson as Elektra on ‘Pose’FX
4. Lulu’s tailored red coat and Kentucky Derby-ready hat
Hailie Sahar as Lulu on ‘Pose’FX
3. Candy’s red, black and gold magazine executive look
Angelica Ross as Candy on ‘Pose’FX
Angelica Ross as Candy on ‘Pose’FX
2. Pray Tell’s blue top hat with a giant orange flower
Billy Porter as Pray Tell in ‘Pose’FX
1. Elektra’s floor-length golden robe with an oversized bow