LOS ANGELES, February 3, 2026 – Chappell Roan is defending the daring Mugler gown she wore to the 2026 Grammy Awards, a look that sparked conversation across social media. The singer, known for her vibrant stage presence and the album *Good Luck, Babe!*, arrived at the Crypto.com Arena on Sunday evening in a custom-made, sheer burgundy voile dress that promptly turned heads.
A Sheer Statement: Roan addresses grammys Dress Debate
The singer’s provocative Mugler gown, held together by nipple piercings, ignited a social media firestorm, prompting roan to weigh in on the reaction.
Instead of conventional straps or sleeves, the top of the dress was supported solely by the singer’s nipple piercings. Roan addressed the online buzz on Instagram, expressing her surprise at the level of attention the outfit received. “I’m laughing because I don’t even think this outfit is THAT outrageous,” she wrote in a caption accompanying photos of the ensemble. “The look is actually so funky and quirky. I recommend you exercise your free will, it’s realy fun and wacky.”
What exactly inspired this bold fashion choice? Stylist Genesis Webb revealed the design was a collaboration with Mugler designer Miguel Castro Freitas,drawing inspiration from Manfred Thierry Mugler’s spring/summer 1998 couture collection. The look wasn’t entirely natural, either; makeup artist Sasha Glasser created prosthetic nipples and fake tattoos for the evening, with Webb playfully warning, “It’s not casual. These are prosthetics, do not remove them!”
Roan, 27, also took the stage at the 2026 Grammy Awards to present the award for Best New Artist to Olivia Dean. For the ceremony itself, she opted for a more classic, Greek-style chiffon dress. “Thank you for having me @grammys and to those who voted for me!!!” she shared on social media.
Despite being nominated for record of the year and best pop solo performance for her single “The Subway,” Roan did not win an award at the annual music event.
Did you know?– Mugler’s designs frequently enough challenge conventional fashion norms, prioritizing artistry and self-expression over traditional aesthetics.
Pro tip– When interpreting fashion statements,consider the designer’s history and the artist’s intent before forming an opinion.
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Did you know? The mugler gown was a custom creation inspired by a vintage collection, showcasing a blend of modern artistry and archival design.
- Chappell Roan’s Grammy Awards dress, a sheer Mugler gown supported by nipple piercings, sparked online debate.
- The singer defended the look on instagram, calling it “funky and quirky” and encouraging self-expression.
- Stylist Genesis Webb revealed the dress was inspired by a 1998 Mugler couture collection and featured prosthetics.
- Roan presented the best New Artist award to Olivia Dean at the ceremony.
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