The countdown for the “Michael” biopic is formally winding down. And because the evaluations begin rolling in and followers lock of their tickets for opening weekend, one essential query has taken middle stage: what are we carrying?
In 2018, followers, unofficially however formally, determined to indicate up in theaters to see “Black Panther” draped in dashikis, headwraps, and each shade of African-inspired print possible. And now, eight years later, followers are bringing that very same power for the “Michael” film. As they put together to see Jafaar Jackson, Colman Domingo, Nia Lengthy, and Juliano Valdi deliver his story to life, followers are on the point of channel their internal King of Pop, and the movie’s costume designer is right here for it.
In a dialog with theGrio, “Michael” costume designer, Marci Rodgers, revealed she “positively desires followers dressing up and going to theaters.”
“I feel, 2026 Michael may need them to do their very own factor,” she added. “However those that wish to replicate have at it!”
And honey, final evening’s premiere purple carpet in Los Angeles gave us all of the inspo we want. From glittering sequins to sharp tailoring to full-on MJ-coded seems, it was a full moodboard. Take a look at our favourite seems beneath:
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Shaniece Cole attends the premiere of Lionsgate’s “Michael” at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photograph by Amy Sussman/Getty Pictures)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
DJ Spinderella attends the premiere of Lionsgate’s “Michael” at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photograph by Amy Sussman/Getty Pictures)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
L-R) Jessica Betts and Niecy Nash attend the premiere of Lionsgate’s “Michael” at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photograph by Amy Sussman/Getty Pictures)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Khadi Don attends Lionsgate’s “Michael” Los Angeles premiere at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photograph by Savion Washington/Getty Pictures for Lionsgate)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Trell Thomas attends Lionsgate’s “Michael” Los Angeles premiere at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photograph by Savion Washington/Getty Pictures for Lionsgate)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Shanae Cole attends the premiere of Lionsgate’s “Michael” at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photograph by Amy Sussman/Getty Pictures)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Brittany Perry-Russell attends the premiere of Lionsgate’s “Michael” at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photograph by Amy Sussman/Getty Pictures)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Isaiah Russell-Bailey attends the premiere of Lionsgate’s “Michael” at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photograph by Amy Sussman/Getty Pictures)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Godfrey attends the premiere of Lionsgate’s “Michael” at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photograph by Amy Sussman/Getty Pictures)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Jaylen Lyndon Hunter attends Lionsgate’s “Michael” Los Angeles premiere at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photograph by Savion Washington/Getty Pictures for Lionsgate)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Serena Web page attends Lionsgate’s “Michael” Los Angeles premiere at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photograph by Savion Washington/Getty Pictures for Lionsgate)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Demetre Durham attends Lionsgate’s “Michael” Los Angeles premiere at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photograph by Savion Washington/Getty Pictures for Lionsgate)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Rachel Lindsay attends the premiere of Lionsgate’s “Michael” at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Hollywood, California. (Photograph by Amy Sussman/Getty Pictures)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Wale attends Lionsgate’s “Michael” Los Angeles premiere at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photograph by Savion Washington/Getty Pictures for Lionsgate)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Brandi Marie King attends Lionsgate’s “Michael” Los Angeles premiere at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photograph by Leon Bennett/Getty Pictures for Lionsgate)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
Nia Ivy attends Lionsgate’s “Michael” Los Angeles premiere at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photograph by Gonzalo Marroquin/Getty Pictures for Lionsgate)
Michael Jackson-inspired seems on the LA Premiere Of “Michael”
La’Ron Hines attends Lionsgate’s “Michael” Los Angeles premiere at Dolby Theatre on April 20, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. (Photograph by Vivien Killilea/Getty Pictures for Lionsgate)
