Ariana Grande looked like she stepped out of the fantasy world of “Wicked” at the 2024 Academy Museum Gala. On October 19, the pop singer graced the red carpet of the star-studded event at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in an alluring Balmain polka-dot ballgown in white and black. Aside from the fairytale charm, her look also exuded the Old Hollywood glamour.
Ariana Grande nails method dressing in enormous Balmain gown
Ariana Grande, who is currently enjoying the thrill of her “Wicked” era, rocked method dressing at the Annual Academy Museum Gala 2024 in Los Angeles. The singer-actor brought a perfect blend of classic vintage and fantasy wonderworld in her grand polka-dot white and black gown from Balmain.
The ballgown showcased a beautiful sweetheart neckline with an added layer of delicate tulle in a grayish tone. Additionally, the Balmain number featured a grand flared skirt, making Grande seem like a princess. The outfit also included a stylish bow on the bodice right under the neckline and a black ribbon belt around the waist. Similar to the tulle detailing around the sweetheart neckline, her gown displayed a big strip of gray fabric at the bottom hem.
Grande added a subtle note of bling to her retro look with dazzling diamond jewelry. She wore a tennis neckpiece and a pair of complementary drop diamond earrings, as reported by Harper’s Bazaar Magazine. The pop singer also went with a glamorous makeup face for this ensemble, featuring a simple black winged eyeliner, volumized eyelashes, and a glossy full pink lip. Moreover, the singer flaunted her defined cheekbones by swapping blush for some contouring. As for hair, she kept it in a sleek and swept updo with a side part.
This year’s Academy Museum Gala also saw the attendance of several other notable celebrities like Selena Gomez, Marion Cotillard, Paul Mescal, the Kardashian-Jenner sisters, Demi Moore, and Nicole Kidman, among others.
