Ariana Grande Embraces Retro Inspiration in Strapless Polka Dot Balmain Gown at 2024 Academy Museum Gala
By Hannah Malach,
8 hours ago
Ariana Grande channeled 1950s fashions at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday. The actress and singer sported a strapless Balmain gown that was based on a vintage design.
Grande’s polka dot frock featured a bow that was tied at the bodice, a belted waistline and a flared skirt, evoking some of the decade’s biggest trends. She accessorized with Swarovski jewelry, including a tennis necklace and dangle earrings.
The “Wicked” star was styled by Mimi Cuttrell, who also counts stars like Gigi Hadid and Madelyn Cline as clients.
Grande wore her blond tresses in a sleek updo, while her makeup consisted of champagne eyeshadow and a glossy mauve lip.
Last weekend, Grande hosted “Saturday Night Live,” channeling her inner Glinda in a pink vintage frock from Lily et Cie. For her opening monologue, Grande wore a satin Mugler tulip dress from the label’s fall 1982 collection. She accessorized with matching Manolo Blahnik stilettos and diamond studs.
“The last time I hosted was in 2016, and we were right on the verge of electing our first female president, so I guess second time’s the charm,” Grande joked.
During her appearance, Grande showed off her impression of Jennifer Coolidge in a sketch featuring cast member Chloe Fineman and “SNL” alum Dana Carvey.
In promotional videos for the episode, the “Eternal Sunshine” artist sported another voluminous look, this time from JW Anderson’s spring 2025 collection. Grande paired her brown leather minidress with sheer tights and pointed-toe pumps.
The first installment of “Wicked,” John Chu’s film adaptation of the beloved Broadway musical, debuts in theaters on Nov. 22. Cynthia Erivo costars as Elphaba, with other notable cast members including Michelle Yeoh, Jeff Goldblum and Jonathan Bailey. A sequel to the film is slated for a 2025 release.
The Academy Museum Gala is an annual fundraising event held in Los Angeles by members of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. The gala raises money in support of the museum’s cinema exhibits, along with education programs and public programming, among other endeavors.
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