“So she’s on rep tv confirmed!”: Netizens react as Sabrina Carpenter debuts a newspaper bodysuit at her New York City show

Sabrina Carpenter gave fans another fashion moment during her Short n’ Sweet tour stop in New York City, revealing a newspaper-print bodysuit on stage. The pop star’s Madison Square Garden performance marked one of the final nights of her five-show residency and the conclusion of her year-long global tour, which began in September 2024.

According to fan updates posted on social media, Sabrina Carpenter’s setlist for the night featured crowd favorites including Espresso, Feather, Because I Liked a Boy, and Please Please Please, as well as newer tracks like Taste and Manchild.

The debut of her new bodysuit quickly caught fans’ attention, with social media users linking the design to the Taylor Swift “Reputation” era, with some saying the Espresso hitmaker is confirmed to be "rep tv."

Others are full of admiration for the news-inspired look for the pop star.

Sabrina Carpenter's Barbie Dream House-themed show at Madison Square Garden, New York City

As reported by Harper’s Bazaar on November 1, 2025, Sabrina Carpenter reportedly transformed Madison Square Garden into a “Barbie Dream House” for her final Short n’ Sweet Spooky NYC shows, performing in multiple themed outfits throughout the night.

The singer opened as Wonder Woman, complete with a gold tiara and red boots, before transitioning into a bright pink cowgirl ensemble reminiscent of Margot Robbie’s Barbie. The glittering vest, gemstone-studded trousers, and white cowboy hat added a playful, country-inspired touch.

Later in the show, Carpenter surprised the audience with a cover of Aqua’s Barbie Girl and concluded her Halloween-themed performance with a bedazzled orange mini dress styled as a nod to Fred Flintstone. In one of the night’s most talked-about moments, she reportedly “arrested” Drew Barrymore, who dramatically unmasked from a Ghostface costume.

The newspaper bodysuit adds to Carpenter’s evolving tour wardrobe

As reported by HELLO! Magazine on October 30, 2025, Sabrina Carpenter’s Madison Square Garden residency is in the last leg of her 70 sold-out shows world tour, each known for glamorous, custom-made outfits. Her New York debut featured a bodysuit inspired by the city skyline, with silver embellishments outlining the Empire State Building.

Sabrina Carpenter- Short n' Sweet Tour - New York (Image via Getty)

Throughout the Short n’ Sweet tour, Carpenter has made a ritual of beginning her concerts wrapped in a towel before revealing her bodysuit beneath, which is now an iconic stage moment that fans look forward to.

Past looks, including her yellow heart cutout piece from the 2024 Governors Ball, have become defining symbols of her stage persona. With her final New York performances, the pop star’s evolving wardrobe once again demonstrated her ability to merge pop culture references with personal branding, solidifying her status as one of pop’s most fashion-forward performers, according to HELLO! Magazine's report on October 30, 2025.

2025 has seen Sabrina Carpenter reach new heights as both an artist and performer. Alongside her international tour, she has delivered celebrated appearances at the Brit Awards, MTV Music Awards, and the 67th Grammy Awards, consistently maintaining her polished aesthetic of glittering bodysuits and signature blonde curls.

As her Short n’ Sweet era draws to a close, critics and fans alike have noted that Carpenter’s tour wardrobe has set new benchmarks for pop concert fashion.

Edited by Devangee