Sabrina Carpenter’s recent ACL performance wasn’t just about her music—it was a full-blown fashion and entertainment spectacle that left fans buzzing. But here’s where it gets controversial: while everyone’s talking about her on-stage antics, there’s one detail that deserves way more attention—her outfit. Let’s dive in.
Carpenter’s cheeky concert traditions never fail to make waves. As usual, she kicked off her ‘Juno’ performance by ‘cuffing’ someone from the audience, a playful skit that’s previously featured stars like Ayo Edebiri and Millie Bobby Brown. But it was her October 4th show at the Austin City Limits Music Festival that stole the spotlight. This time, she ‘arrested’ none other than Stranger Things heartthrob Joe Keery, sending fans into a frenzy. Their undeniable chemistry and Keery’s apparent enthusiasm sparked dating rumors faster than you can say ‘Espresso.’ And this is the part most people miss—her fashion choices are just as bold as her performances.
Fast forward to October 11th, the second weekend of the festival, and Carpenter was back at it. While her antics—like cuffing Olivia Dean for ‘being too beautiful’ and performing with The Chicks—grabbed headlines, her outfit was the unsung hero of the night. In my opinion, it’s the kind of look that should be blowing up group chats everywhere.
Enter Sabrina’s Sparkly Gingham Moment. Channeling vintage pin-up vibes, she stepped on stage in a sleeveless black-and-white gingham button-down, tied into a crop top right above her navel. But this wasn’t your average picnic-ready print—true to her style, it was decked out in rhinestone-clad red fringe that sparkled with every move. Paired with this? The tiniest micro jorts, completely encrusted in crystals, perfectly matching her glitzy mic. It was cheeky, glamorous, and undeniably her.
And this is where it gets even more interesting: Carpenter leaned fully into the theme, accessorizing with a gingham headscarf that screamed retro-country chic. But here’s the twist—she swapped her signature platform booties for knee-high black leather cowboy boots, blending cowboycore with her signature sparkle. It was a look that said, ‘I’m here to break the internet,’ and she delivered.
Later in the show, she switched to a silver cowl-neck mini dress paired with bedazzled Mary Janes, proving once again that she’s the queen of all things glittery. But let’s pause for a second—is Sabrina Carpenter’s fashion sense underrated? Her ability to blend themes, trends, and her own unique flair is nothing short of iconic. Yet, it often takes a backseat to her on-stage shenanigans. What do you think? Is her style as groundbreaking as her performances? Let’s debate in the comments—I’m all ears!
