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Gradey Dick’s Outfit Honors ‘Wizard of Oz’ at NBA Draft in Ruby Red ‘Dorothy Suit’ and Rugged Christian Louboutin Loafers

The 19-year-old paid homage to the 1939 film's heroine and her iconic slippers with a ruby red, sequined statement jacket.

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dolce and gabanna suit, red, NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 22: Gradey Dick arrives prior to the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 22, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 22: Victor Wembanyama arrives prior to the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 22, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 22: (L-R) Gradey Dick and Victor Wembanyama arrive prior to the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 22, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JUNE 22: Gradey Dick arrives prior to the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft at Barclays Center on June 22, 2023 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)

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The University of Kanasas’ Gradey Dick not-so-subtly channeled Dorothy from “The Wizard of Oz” at the highly-anticipated 2023 NBA Draft on Thursday night.

The former Kansas Jayhawks guard, 19, hit the red carpet in a bold look that called to mind the iconic ruby red slippers Judy Garland wore in the famous 1939 film. Dick showed off a sparkling red sequined D&G suit jacket featuring statement shoulders and a double-breasted design with a matching turtleneck shirt underneath.

“So, I’m from Kansas. Dorothy has her little slippers, I got my Dorothy suit,” he told reporters when asked about the look.

The 6-foot-8 baller styled the flashy jacket with sleek black pants and black shoes, completing his outfit with a splash of red on the soles of his loafers. He made sure to model his “red bottoms” for the camera.

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Dick chose Christian Louboutin‘s “Our Georges” loafers crafted in black suede leather. The style, which retails online for $1,195, is set on a chunky lug sole and features a tab across the upper that secures via a tonal CL logo buckle. The heels of the shoe are finished off with a row of the brand’s signature black spikes.

Gradey Dick of Kansas wears Christian Louboutin loafers on the red carpet at the 2023 NBA Draft — A closer look at Gradey Dick of Kansas wearing Christian Louboutin loafers on the red carpet at the 2023 NBA Draft.Getty Images

Accessorizing, Dick pulled things together with rectangular sunglasses and an eye-catching diamond chain for the exciting event.

Dorothy's shoes from 'The Wizard of Oz' during the Hollywood Costume Exhibition at the V&A Museum on October 15, 2012 in London, England. — Dorothy’s shoes from ‘The Wizard of Oz’ during the Hollywood Costume Exhibition at the V&A Museum on October 15, 2012 in London, England. Gareth Cattermole

Gradey Dick and Dorothy… two Kansas natives!#NBADraft presented by State Farm
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Tonight marks yet edition another edition of the long-running NBA Draft. It’s the 77th edition of the annual event, which sees teams included in the National Basketball Association choose elidable players to join the league.

PHOTOS: Scroll through the gallery to discover more red carpet fashion at the 2023 NBA Draft.