Jennifer Lopez Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Drama of Iconic 2000 Green Versace Gown
In a recent interview with Vogue, Jennifer Lopez opened up about the untold story behind one of her most iconic fashion moments—the green Versace gown she wore to the 2000 Grammy Awards. According to the singer, her then-stylist, Andrea Lieberman, had strongly advised against choosing the gown, citing previous appearances by other celebrities.
Lopez recalled, “It was a dress that other people had worn already. My stylist was like, ‘Please don’t wear it. Somebody else has worn it.’ I was like, ‘Well, you bought it, and it looks the best, so I’m going to wear it.’ And so I did. And it caused quite a stir.”
Reflecting on her collaborative efforts with various stylists throughout her career, Lopez emphasized the importance of teamwork in creating her iconic looks. She mentioned working with Lieberman for many years and later with Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn.
Comparing the impact of the green Versace gown to Marilyn Monroe’s white halter dress from The Seven Year Itch, Lopez noted, “I guess every generation needs its iconic kind of Marilyn dress, and this is that dress for this generation.”
Describing the memorable moment on stage, Lopez said, “Why it became that? It was just a moment when the wind blew open, and I walked out onto the stage, and it just kinda happened.”
The interview also delved into other fashion moments, including Lopez’s attention-grabbing all-white outfit at the Video Music Awards that same year. She shared that the outfit, consisting of a bedazzled tank top, low-rise jeans, and a bandana, was not her initial choice. Sean “Diddy” Combs suggested the ensemble, saying, “You need to just wear a pair of white jeans and a T-shirt.”
Lopez revealed, “But I kinda liked it, so I put it on,” highlighting her willingness to trust her instincts in fashion choices.
This theme of embracing spontaneity continued in Lopez’s recent Saturday Night Live appearance, where she performed “Can’t Get Enough” in an ensemble she described as “thrown together.” The mix-and-match approach showcased her ongoing commitment to following her instincts in the world of fashion.