Ariana Grande’s fashion has moved into a bold phase as she pushes beyond her Wicked persona and introduces a structured wardrobe. After months of dressing up as Glinda the Good Witch for Wicked: For Good press conferences in pastel-pink dresses and bubble-inspired clothing, Grande is now displaying a wardrobe direction that reflects her theatrical background while fearlessly branching out.

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During the latest Saturday Night Live promo campaign, Grande appeared inspired by wearing a vintage Bob Mackie dress originally worn by Carol Burnett in the 1970s, an evident change from her regular Glinda looks. Styled by Law Roach, the retro chevron-patterned gown showed Grande’s  interest in classic design and traditional Hollywood glamour.

At the Late Night with Seth Meyers appearance, the star balanced her method dressing with a refined gown from Paolo Sebastian collection, a full ladylike skirt and a button-up, off-the-shoulder bodice.

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This stylistic shift continues at the Wicked: For Good European premiere, where Grande wore a shimmering black paillettes gown, a classic choice far removed from her signature pink.

The transition also extends to her hair and accessories; she has favored darker, more sophisticated colors and vintage pieces that suggest a move toward quiet luxury.

While elements of her Glinda era still influence key looks, Grande’s current fashion direction reflects a more intentional and wide-ranging approach to dressing.