Rodrigo described the response as disturbing, noting that she has worn more revealing outfits without controversy. The babydoll dress, which she emphasized was not revealing, drew criticism precisely because it was considered “childlike,” she said.

Olivia Rodrigo has addressed criticism of her decision to wear babydoll dresses, stating that she was inspired by Kathleen Hanna and Courtney Love.

As the online public continues to throw a temper tantrum over Olivia Rodrigo's choice to don a baby doll dress, the star weighed in on the controversy