Ariana Grande attended the 2024 WSJ Innovators Awards at the Museum of Modern Art in New York City on Tuesday as a guest presenter.
She surprised me with a vintage-inspired turn on the red carpet, wearing a Vivienne Westwood Bridal gown from the 2024 Couture collection.
It was a choice that echoed the glamour of Hollywood’s Golden Age and offered a refreshing shift from her usual style repertoire.
Ariana’s recent looks on this press tour have deviated from her usual flurry of tulle and high-drama, revealing a new stylistic direction that feels both intentional and romantic. While one might expect the singer to arrive in a signature princess-like gown, this Westwood piece offers a different allure: an appreciation for couture history and a certain timeless elegance that’s both surprising and captivating.
This gown, with its delicate floral motifs drawn from archival lace and an elaborate pannier skirt, transports us to a bygone era. Its thoughtful detailing that exudes a romance that feels refreshing.
Had the look been styled with opera gloves, the old-world glamour would have been even more pronounced—yet the minimalist choice of simple white pumps keeps it grounded in the present, allowing the gown’s ornate details to shine through.
Swarovski jewels, including the Matrix necklace, Millenia choker, and Millenia clip added to the gown’s elegance.
For me, this Vivienne Westwood moment not only hints at a change in her style direction but also captivates with a genuine homage to the art of fashion.
Credit: Noam Galai/Getty Images for WSJ. Magazine Innovators Awards / BFA / Vivienne Westwood
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