Erivo, who was nominated for her role as Elphaba opposite Aria Grande's Glinda character in "Wicked," has received reactions ranging from praise to online trolling for the look, which she said initially adopted to accommodate her transformation into the green-skinned witch.

Yes, Cynthia Erivo's 2025 Oscars dress was Wicked-inspired - but it actually has a much deeper meaning. Erivo, 38, turned heads as she attended the Academy Awards on Sunday, March 2, in a billowing custom dark green Louis Vuitton gown paired with Roberto Coin jewelry.