Something Wicked this way comes. The film’s press tour is officially in high gear and, with it, a stream of fantastical fashion and sartorial nods to the land of Oz.
It’s safe to say that Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo’s schedules are busier than most these days. Given that the two both lead Jon M. Chu’s stage-to-screen adaptation of Wicked, with Grande playing the role of Glinda the Good, and Erivo starring opposite as Elphaba. And as with any proper media phenomenon, both actresses now find themselves as part of a red carpet MO, as seen on the likes of Zendaya and Margot Robbie: method dressing.
As early as the 2024 Academy Awards in March, Grande and Elphaba stepped out in their character’s signature pink and green hues respectively. They have since doubled down on their commitment, with the actresses rarely (if ever) switching the colours out for others. Decked out in commissioned customs by Louis Vuitton, Thom Browne, Versace and more, the Wicked pair has attended award shows, conventions, press tour runs, and red carpets while promoting the film.
For one, Grande has been more than dressing like her ultimate “dream role”. Since news broke of her successful casting as Glinda, the self-professed theatre nerd has been outfitted in themed looks designed in her character’s signature colour: blush pink. There’s tulle and flared skirts, ladylike corsets from Vivienne Westwood Couture, full-on fairytale princess gowns courtesy of Atelier Versace, and the occasional ribbons and bows. Thanks to her stylist Mimi Cuttrell, Grande has also been breaking out on-the-nose references to the original Wicked production, such as her Los Angeles premiere gown that was reminiscent of Dorothy’s iconic gingham dress.
Meanwhile, Erivo, supported by stylist Jason Bolden, has well been embracing her character’s signature green too. The Emmy-, Grammy- and Tony-winning powerhouse has worn every shade of green under the sun, from emerald go-go boots at CinemaCon 2024 to the neon retina-burning Louis Vuitton look she rocked at the film’s Los Angeles premiere. Erivo’s modern reinterpretation of the Wicked Witch of the West is further asserted through surrealist silhouettes, extravagant jewellery, and, of course, major nail bling that the actress is so notorious for.
Below, Vogue Singapore takes a look at all the glamorously Wicked fashion that we’ve seen so far from the mighty duo.
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Ariana Grande in custom Ralph Lauren Collection and Swarovski jewellery
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Cynthia Erivo in Schiaparelli Fall 2024 Couture and Chopard jewelry
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Ariana Grande in custom Louis Vuitton and Swarovski jewellery
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Cynthia Erivo in custom Christian Dior Haute Couture
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Ariana Grande in The Vampire’s Wife dress, Vivienne Westwood Granny Frame Purse and satin Jimmy Choo pumps
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Cynthia Erivo in Marc Jacobs
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Ariana Grande in custom Atelier Versace and Swarovski jewellery
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Cynthia Erivo in custom Thom Browne
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Ariana Grande in custom Thom Browne and Swarovski-covered heels
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Cynthia Erivo in custom Louis Vuitton and Roberto Coin jewellery
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Ariana Grande in custom Vivienne Westwood couture gown and Lorraine Schwartz jewellery
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Cynthia Erivo in custom Louis Vuitton and Roberto Coin jewellery
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Ariana Grande in Bode, Manolo Blahnik heels and Swarovski jewellery
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Cynthia Erivo in archival Marc Jacobs and Mèrenor jewellery
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Ariana Grande in Vivienne Westwood bridal couture, Manolo Blahnik BB pumps and Swarovski jewellery
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Cynthia Erivo in Erdem and Silvia Furmanovich jewellery
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Cynthia Erivo in Louis Vuitton and Ariana Grande in custom Atelier Versace
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Ariana Grande in custom Thom Browne
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Cynthia Erivo in custom Louis Vuitton
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Ariana Grande in Maison Margiela Artisanal and custom hand-painted Tabis by Christian Louboutin for Maison Margiela
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Ariana Grande in custom Oscar de la Renta
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