Olivia Newton-John's 9 Most Iconic Outfits From “Grease”

At the beginning of the movie, viewers see a flashback from the start of Sandy and Danny’s romance, where they meet on the beach. Sandy is wearing a fuzzy white robe, presumably over a swimsuit. Complete with perfectly flipped hair, styled neatly into a half ponytail, the coordinated moment speaks to Sandy’s modest, polished style.

A quintessential ’50s look, the poodle skirt is a perfect fit for Sandy. She opts for a pale yellow shade, and styles it with a white blouse and cardigan. Her look is cinched at the waist with a white patent leather belt, and she wears yellow hair clips to complement her skirt. The classic outfit appears during a critical moment in the storyline where her romantic, fairytale-like imagination comes to life.

Sandy joins the Rydell High cheer squad, sporting a red-and-white uniform that consists of a sweater with a contrasting Peter Pan collar and a red midi-skirt. Sandy’s high ponytail is adorned with a red bow, whereas other cheerleaders opt for low ponytails and white ribbons.

Sandy sings “Hopelessly Devoted to You” in her white nightgown at a sleepover with the rest of the Pink Ladies. The floaty sheath dress has delicate embroidery at the collar and bishop sleeves. She accessorised with a satin, mint-coloured headband, proving that even Sandy’s PJs are well thought out and romantic.

Light pastels are a signature of Sandy’s wardrobe at the beginning of the film. Here, she coordinates her mint-coloured polo – complete with a scalloped-hem Peter Pan collar – with a silk ribbon in her hair. Sandy wears a green poodle skirt in a slightly darker shade and white flats.

Gym time for students at Rydell High means more red and white. Sandy tucks her monogrammed polo into a breezy mid-length skirt. She finishes her look with white low-top sneakers and socks, plus a pair of red sunglasses affixed to a chain. The stylised outfit contrasts Danny’s casual sweatsuit, which gives off carefree rebel vibes.

Sandy maintains her devotion to canary yellow in this polka-dot dress during the diner scene. She wears a white cardigan that hangs effortlessly over her shoulders, discarded only once she sits down at the table.

Sandy and Danny show off their hand jive in black and white, with pink accents provided by Danny’s socks and shirt. Sandy’s angelic white dress comes with a flower embellishment at the waist and tulle layered skirt, and she completes the outfit with white Mary-Janes.

Often referred to as the “Bad Sandy” moment, she makes herself over to see Danny at the carnival in a T-Bird-inspired look. The iconic ensemble includes vintage, high-waisted sharkskin pants, an off-the-shoulder top, and a leather jacket with a red satin interior to play up her bold lip and scarlet mules. The outfit is accessorised with a pair of gold hoops and elastic waist belt.

After owning the look for 40 years, Newton-John put it up for auction to raise money for her cancer research centre, and together, the jacket and pants sold for $405,700.

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