3 minutes of readingNew DelhiFebruary 3, 2026 05:19 pm IST
Singer Chappell Roan recently made headlines for her daring outfit at the 68 Grammy Awards. After winning Best New Artist last year, she returned to the ceremony in a topless sheer Mugler dress with nipple rings. The striking look sparked widespread shock and debate on social media. Now, the singer has addressed the reactions on her Instagram, defending the outfit and describing it as “so amazing and weird.”
Sharing some photos of herself from the event, Chappell wrote in the caption: “Laughing because I don’t even think this is THAT outrageous an outfit. The look is actually so amazing and weird. I recommend just exercising your free will, it’s really fun and silly 😀 Thanks for inviting me @grammys and those who voted for me!!”
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Chappell Roan’s outfit at the Grammys
On Sunday, Chappell Roan turned heads on the 2026 Grammys red carpet in a custom maroon dress from French luxury fashion house Mugler, designed by Miguel Castro Freitas. Designed by Genesis Webb, the ensemble didn’t include a traditional top, just a matching cape that barely covered her body.
The look was inspired by Manfred Thierry Mugler’s Spring-Summer 1998 couture collection. The sheer dress also revealed her large back tattoo. She completed the ensemble with statement accessories, including a gold choker adorned with pink gemstones.
Chappell is almost naked dress generated a lot of buzz online. After her photos and videos went viral on social media, one user wrote on X: “She has us speechless.” Another commented: “It’s a female phenomenon!” “What is she wearing? Oh my God!” read a third comment.
However, after much talk, the singer opted to wear a more subtle and covered Rodarte dress to present the Best New Artist on the Grammy Awards night. Olivia Dean won the honor. 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 winning.