Ariana Grande’s Timeless Optical Illusion Dress Honors an Iconic Actress on ‘SNL’
Ariana Grande Showcases Vintage Bob Mackie Dress on SNL Preview
On December 18, Ariana Grande made a striking appearance in a preview for Saturday Night Live, donning a distinctive striped yellow and brown halter dress designed by the legendary Bob Mackie. This vintage piece, originally worn by comedic icon Carol Burnett in 1973, highlights Grande’s evolving fashion sense.
Styled by Law Roach, Grande’s look marks a transition from her recent role in Wicked to a more eclectic wardrobe. Accompanied by musical guest Cher and fellow actor Bowen Yang in the preview, Grande traded her signature pinks for a vibrant palette of oranges, yellows, and browns.
Her halter dress, crafted from silk-crepe, features a diagonal chevron striped print and a matching shawl. The choice of attire holds particular significance, reflecting not only Grande’s deep admiration for Mackie, who is renowned for crafting memorable looks for Cher, but also signaling a pivotal moment in her career as she embraces her new role in comedy.
This weekend’s episode of SNL will be Grande’s third time hosting the renowned sketch show, showcasing her versatility as both a pop star and a comic actress. The dress’s historical context is particularly compelling, having debuted during a March 1973 episode of The Carol Burnett Show, where Burnett herself showcased it in her opening monologue.
Both Grande and Roach shared images of the outfit and of Burnett wearing the dress on social media, celebrating the connection between past and present.
Grande wore the yellow and brown Bob Mackie dress once worn by Carol Burnett.
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Cher, Ariana Grande, and Bowen Yang on stage on SNL.
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Carol Burnett in ‘The Carol Burnett Show’ in 1973.
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