You may recognize her from Disney Channel’s “Girl Meets World,” but you might also know her from her bold appearances at fashion shows and red carpets. Sabrina Carpenter, actress and singer, has been carving out a nаme for herself in the entertainment industry and using fashion as a powerful tool to make her presence known.

Fashion has become a significant part of how Carpenter expresses herself and sets the tone for her career. As she told Glamour, “You really remember where [someone was] in their career based on their look and the trends they started. That’s so powerful.” At 18, she is focused on defining her style and building a lasting legacy.

Recently, Carpenter launched her first fashion collaboration with Aéropostale, releasing a festival-ready collection with all pieces priced under $50, keeping accessibility in mind. As an ambassador for the brand since the holiday season, she designed the line with her fans in mind, a testament to her reach across social platforms.

She’s also been exploring new styles with the help of stylist Jason Bolden, who has pushed her to try different looks that she might not have naturally chosen herself. “It’s always so hard to find people that you trust enough to allow them to pick out things for you that you would never pick out yourself,” she said. Despite her petite frame, Carpenter doesn’t shy away from fashion risks and appreciates the guidance she receives to step out of her comfort zone.

Over the past year, she’s experimented with various designers, wearing pieces from Opening Ceremony, Missoni, Loewe, Nina Ricci, Off-White, Emilio Pucci, and Balmain. She finds joy in the freedom to explore and take risks in her fashion choices.

For her performances, she and Bolden carefully select outfits that convey her music’s message while allowing her to move and feel confident on stage. One of her favorites is a black catsuit with a matching blazer and over-the-knee boots by Saint Laurent. It’s a striking look that she can comfortably perform in and feels aligns with her on-stage persona.

Offstage, Carpenter tends to stick to darker tones and oversized pieces, often shopping in the mеn’s section. “For the past six months, no matter what store I go into, I shop in the mеn’s section first,” she admits. She aims to branch out with more colors but finds comfort in her classic black attire.

Despite her bold fashion choices, Carpenter is mindful of her influence on her fans, particularly young girls. She aims to take charge of her image and stay true to her vision without seeking approval from others, a valuable lesson for her admirers.

Inspiration comes from fellow pop stars, with Rihanna being a significant influence on Carpenter’s style and attitude. However, Carpenter is clear about her own approach to fashion, saying, “I’m trying to create different things on my own without approval from other people.” It’s clear that Carpenter is setting her own path and becoming a fashion icon in her own right.