Ariana Grande swapped her signature pink aesthetic for a darker, more dramatic look during the Wicked: For Good press tour in London on November 10.
For the London premiere, the singer and actress stunned in a 73-year-old vintage gown designed by Wizard of Oz costume legend Gilbert Adrian. The sparkling sequin dress featured an asymmetrical one-shoulder silhouette with a voluminous half-sleeve, a fitted bodice, and a tiered ballgown-style skirt that exuded Old Hollywood glamour.
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Ariana Grande Stuns in a Black Gown
Grande completed the look with a sleek, slicked-back bun, soft side-swept baby bangs, her signature doll-like makeup, and a diamond choker necklace adorned with delicate pendants—a timeless nod to vintage elegance with a modern Ariana twist.
Fans were captivated by Ariana’s darker aesthetic, with many comparing her to a modern-day Audrey Hepburn in a viral Reddit thread.
“Ariana isn't beating the reincarnated Audrey Hepburn allegations,” one fan joked. Another chimed in, “Holy Hepburn!” A third observed, “I just think they have similar features, and her hairstyle here is very reminiscent of Audrey in Sabrina or Funny Face; I’m not really thinking about how thin they are.” Others agreed, with one writing, “I think she looks just like her!!” and another adding, “Ari is gunning for that Audrey Hepburn biopic.” One more fan summed it up perfectly: “Audrey Hepburn biopic loading.”
Wicked: For Good Set to Release This Month
Wicked: For Good serves as the highly anticipated conclusion to the two-part Wicked movie adaptation, wrapping up the stories of Elphaba, the “Wicked” Witch of the West, and Glinda, “Glinda the Good.”
The sequel delves deeper into the strain on their friendship following the events of the first film, as Elphaba continues her fight for animal rights while Glinda grapples with the pressures of her newfound fame and public image.
As tensions rise and a vengeful mob turns against Elphaba, the story builds toward a powerful and emotional reconciliation between the two witches.
The film will be released in theaters on Friday, November 21, 2025.
