8 Times Ariana Grande's Outfits Channeled Audrey Hepburn

Long-time fans know that Ariana Grande experienced a major pop star-to-Glinda transformation, watching her style evolve from sleek baddie to whimsical fashionista after landing the "Wicked" role. While pulling enough inspiration from her on-screen character to rank among celebrities who took method dressing to the next level, the Florida native also infused plenty of classic Hollywood into her red carpet wardrobe. In fact, back in early 2025, the "thank u, next" singer courted speculation that she was vying to play Audrey Hepburn in a rumored biopic.

When asked by Access Hollywood if she would be open to the iconic role, Grande responded with lighthearted disbelief. "Oh my goodness, why is everyone asking me this?" she said during the red carpet interview. "You're insane!" While the star seemingly denied that she was motivated by a potential casting, she did confirm her fashion inspiration. "I've always loved Old Hollywood glamour. Like, Marilyn [Monroe] and Audrey have always been my references," she said. "It's been more fun to have more places to really do that."

Grande worked with long-time stylist Mimi Cuttrell to curate her headline-making looks, with the vintage influence coming through loud and clear in many of her mid-2020s ensembles. Sometimes the celeb parallels Hepburn with classic silhouettes and vintage patterns, while other times the inspiration manifests in Grande's magical hair transformation and elegantly luxe styling. Even when the star isn't directly paying homage to the late Hollywood figure, she deftly manages to put a whimsical spin on classic glamour.

Ariana Grande cut quite the figure at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics, paying homage to the Paris setting with a classic, French-inspired silhouette. The "positions" singer wore a drop-waist gown in pale pink, with the Thom Browne piece featuring a pleated waist and pretty-in-pink bow. The vintage vibes are definitely reminiscent of Audrey Hepburn's wedding dress ensemble in the Paris-set film "Funny Face," which aligns with Grande's French inspiration. "Mimi [Cuttrell] and I drew inspiration from the beloved Audrey Hepburn and classic 1950s silhouettes to emulate an everlasting look," she told Vogue.

Next, Ariana Grande put a high-fashion spin on classic polka dots at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures' 4th Annual Gala. She wore a custom Balmain gown complete with a sweetheart neckline, a rounded, floor-length skirt, and tulle detailing along the hem and bust. Not only did the star's classic styling — which included a diamond tennis necklace and a romantic updo — invoke Old Hollywood glamour, but the polka-dots felt like a luxe spin on an Audrey Hepburn-approved pattern. In addition to wearing a casual, white-dotted dress when pictured at the Bel Air Hotel in 1957, the icon posed for "Funny Face" publicity photos in a floral A-line dress from Givenchy, providing a similarly elegant take on the vintage-feeling pattern.

Ariana Grande had another romantic moment at the 2024 WSJ Innovators Awards, channeling the elegance of Audrey Hepburn with a gauzy Vivienne Westwood Bridal gown. The couture garment was made up of floral-patterned lace and featured a dramatic, pannier-style skirt, paired with pointed-toed heels and an assortment of earrings. The overall ensemble captured an airy feel similar to the Givenchy gown worn by Hepburn in "Love in the Afternoon." While the British actor's princess dress feels more youthful than Grande's whimsical red carpet outfit, we wouldn't be surprised if the "Wicked" star once again drew inspiration from the Hollywood icon.

Ariana Grande brought major vintage vibes to the LA premiere of "Wicked," looking ready for a 1950s picnic in a pink and white gingham-patterned dress equipped with a hoop skirt. She continues to rank among celebs who've mastered the slip-back bun with a bow-adorned updo, adding a pair of matching gloves, a bolero jacket, and pearl earrings. Given her reign over Hollywood in the '50s and '60s, it's no surprise that Audrey Hepburn has sported a similar silhouette, wearing a bold-patterned dress paired with gloves and a sunhat for "Funny Face." While this doesn't feel like Grande was pulling direct inspiration, she still managed to curate the same classic aesthetic as Hepburn.

Ariana Grande absolutely stunned at the 2025 Golden Globe Awards, turning heads in an archival column gown complete with an intricately beaded bodice. She paired the silky piece with a diamond choker and opera gloves, rounding out the styling with a ponytail paired with very Hepburn-esque bangs. Not only does this rank as one of Grande's looks with a significant meaning, referencing her "Wicked" character without going full pink, but it marks some clear parallels to Hepburn. Though previously unworn, the gown was designed by Givenchy in 1966, falling into Hepburn's golden era while coming from her biggest collaborator. In this way, it's no surprise that Grande effortlessly channeled the Hollywood icon in this glamorous awards show look.

Ariana Grande continued to channel Audrey Hepburn at the 2025 National Board of Review Gala, wearing a silky-satin gown from Loewe to the January event. The vintage-inspired piece featured a square neckline, fitted waist, and column skirt, and the star paired the pastel pink number with slanted bangs and soft makeup. Not only did this style tap into Hepburn's classic Hollywood beauty, but the dress shade is reminiscent of an iconic look from the "Breakfast at Tiffany's" star. She wore a pleated Givenchy dress in a spread for Glamour back in 1955, posing coyly in front of bright bougainvillea. With this vintage look in mind, we wouldn't be surprised if Grande had this image on her mood board for the red carpet 'fit.

Ariana Grande's love affair with pink continued at the Screen Actors Guild Awards, with the star balancing Glinda's whimsy with Audrey Hepburn's poise and elegance. The former "Victorious" star stunned in a custom Loewe gown consisting of an off-the-shoulder bodice, feathery flowers, and airy train. While the romance and magic of the designer garment definitely feel Glinda-inspired, the silhouette is evocative of the royal gown worn by Hepburn in "Roman Holiday," with both pieces coming in a pastel pink with off-the-shoulder necklines crafted with a turned-back effect. In short, Grande's SAG ensemble feels fit for a princess in more ways than one.

Lastly, Ariana Grande was photographed in a Law Roach-styled ensemble following the London premiere of "Wicked: For Good." Designed in the '50s, her black gown consisted of tiered and pleated tulle over a full skirt and bodice decorated with white flower appliques. The voluminous drama feels like a direct reference to the tulle-heavy Givenchy piece that Audrey Hepburn wore to a Beverly Hills event in 1989, channeling the same moody, classic aesthetic. Overall, Grande and her stylists pull clear inspiration from classic silhouettes and Old Hollywood glamour, landing the "Wicked" star firmly among the celebrities who've taken fashion cues from Hepburn.