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Warning: spoilers for X-Men's Hellfire Gala event below
Marvel Comics has continued to reveal some of the upcoming high-fashion looks to be worn at the X-Men's Hellfire Gala, and Black Widow's new costume gives the hero a much darker ensemble than usual. Russell Dauterman's design for Black Widow's Hellfire Gala costume gives the longtime Avenger a radical new look that offers something much more sleek and bold than what she usually wears.
In the pages of Marvel Comics, Black Widow usually wears either her one-piece leather ensemble, or her more tactical look that's been adapted in live-action in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. However, Natasha Romanoff didn't always have such a striking costume, as the hero's original look was extremely silly. Her 1960s costume was a blue fishnet leotard with an oversized eye mask, as well as a cape. The costume was definitely of its time, as the hero would later get a look that more closely resembles the outfit she currently wears. Now, Black Widow is getting a new costume for X-Men's Hellfire Gala which is like nothing she's ever worn before.
Black Widow's Hellfire Gala costume by artist Russell Dauterman was recently revealed by Marvel Comics, which gives the hero a much darker look than usual. Black Widow wears a black bodysuit, which her iconic red logo across the entire front of her torso. Meanwhile, she wears a gorgeous red fabric mask that is sheer with lace throughout (with the same element being implemented on her logo). Her gauntlets are replaced by hand jewelry, while she gets a fishtail-style braided red hair that extends down her entire body. Black Widow's Hellfire Gala costume is accented with spiky heels. Check out the costume below.
The high-fashion costume is unique and stunning, as it offers a darker look for Black Widow. Once again, Russell Dauterman created an ensemble that masterfully plays on key elements of the hero's most iconic designs, backstory, and powers. Dauterman has already unveiled some incredible designs for the Hellfire Gala, including one-of-a-kind looks for Wolverine and Scarlet Witch.
While Black Widow's look is so high-fashion, it's unlikely she'll continue wearing the outfit beyond attending the X-Men's Hellfire Gala; it's still great to see the hero get a fresh new design that shows her in an all-new light. Readers can see the new Black Widow costume in action when the X-Men's 2022 Hellfire Gala by Marvel Comics arrives in comic book stores and online retailers in July.