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11 Ariana Grande Outfits That Prove She Can Ditch the Tween Look For Something Seriously Sexy
I've never been a huge fan of all those tween Disney and Nickelodeon stars (sorry, Hannah Montana, you were not my cup of tea), but there's something so endearing about Ariana Grande that makes her my one and only exception. Maybe it's the fact that her hair always looks ridiculously perfect or that she has the power to revive every '90s kid's favorite TV show, TRL , but there's something about this pretty, pint-sized star that really draws you in. And though she's become associated with a sweet and twee image over the years — thanks primarily to all the school-girl, knee-high socks; floral-print ensembles; and those pigtails she used to rock everywhere — there are the rare occasions when she ditches that Nickelodeon tween image and turns up the sex appeal both on the red carpet and on the stage. So in honor of the pop star's 21st birthday, let's take a look at 11 times she looked totally hot (and not one bit sweet).
At the 2011 Grammys
Wearing a cute white mini, Grande’s half-covered-up look isn’t enough to keep her sex appeal from shining through.
At "The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn - Part 2" Premiere
It may be a delicate, floral-printed gown, but there’s something decidedly grown-up and seductive about this perfectly fitting strapless number.
That Time She Wore a Macaron Dress
Uh oh, is that some major cleavage I spot?
Image: Instagram, arianagrande
At Wango Tango 2013
Grande sure looks pretty in pink, but she also looks pretty hot with that electrifying hue, sliver of skin, and flirty, flared hem.
At the 2013 Billboard Music Awards
Short, sheer, and sequined = the three requirements for steamy style.
That Time She Dressed Up for Halloween
If this look doesn’t say naughty school girl, I don’t know what does.
Image: Instagram, arianagrande
At the 2013 American Music Awards
From the sassy pose to the smoking-hot red sequins covering this strapless Dolce & Gabbana gown, her look is nothing but chic and sultry.
That Time She Wore a Metal Bustier
All it takes is one peek at that gilded, futuristic bustier to know that this is a look that’s fiercely risqué.
Image: Instagram, arianagrande
At the 2014 Kids' Choice Awards
Her Aiisha Ramadan dress reads more mature than downright hot, but it’s proof that Grande is moving on up from the twee looks of her past.
That Time She Wore a Cat Woman Outfit
It's every girl's sexy Halloween costume dream.
Image: Instagram, arianagrande
At Wango Tango 2014
This crop top combo may be undeniably retro, but it’s seriously sexy.
