Olivia Rodrigo Addresses Backlash Over Outfit Choice During Concert

Olivia Rodrigo spoke about the criticism she received for wearing a babydoll dress during her performance in Barcelona, Spain, on May 8. The dress, which she described as small and pink with floral patterns, was part of her debut for the single "Drop Dead." In a podcast interview with The New York Times, Rodrigo expressed her feelings about the backlash, stating that it was disturbing to her. She noted that she has worn more revealing outfits without facing similar criticism, and emphasized that the backlash stemmed from the dress being perceived as 'childlike.' Rodrigo remarked on the societal implications of this perception, suggesting it reflects a normalization of inappropriate attitudes towards young women. She expressed her intention to dress comfortably and not driven by fear of judgment, citing punk icons as her inspirations. The podcast episode also discusses her fashion choices and the impact of online discourse on public perception. Rodrigo's upcoming album, "You Seem Pretty Sad for a Girl So in Love," is scheduled for release on June 12.