Chappell Roan defends her topless dress at Grammys 2026, calls it ‘awesome’ and ‘weird’

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Chappell Roan’s Grammys outfit

On Sunday, Chappell Roan turned heads on the red carpet at the 2026 Grammys in a custom maroon gown from French luxury fashion house Mugler, designed by Miguel Castro Freitas. Styled by Genesis Webb, the ensemble featured no traditional top, with only a matching cape barely covering her body.

The look was inspired by Manfred Thierry Mugler’s Spring–Summer 1998 couture collection. The sheer gown also revealed her large back tattoo. She completed the outfit with statement accessories, including a gold choker adorned with pink gemstones.

Chappell’s almost naked gown created a lot of buzz online. After her pictures and videos went viral on social media, a user wrote on X, “She has us speechless.” Another commented, “It’s a femininomenon!” “What is she even wearing??? OMG!” a third remark read.

However, after a lot of chatter, the singer chose to wear a more subtle and covered Rodarte dress to present the Best New Artist at the Grammys awards night. Olivia Dean won the honour. This year, Chappell was nominated in two categories- record of the year and best pop solo performance for her hit song “The Subway”, but went home without a win.