Chappell Roan Defends Grammy Outfit: 'Not Outrageous'

Tue Feb 03 2026 23:46:48 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Pop star Chappell Roan addresses the controversy surrounding her revealing outfit at the Grammy Awards, asserting that it was 'not that outrageous' and celebrates self-expression.

At the recent Grammy Awards, Chappell Roan made headlines for her daring outfit, comprised of a red chiffon dress hung from nipple rings that left little to the imagination. Roan, who was nominated for two Grammys, took to social media to express her amusement at the reaction, asserting that her outfit was 'awesome and weird'. While some praised her bold style, others found it too revealing, sparking discussions on misogyny in fashion standards. The outfit is a continuation of a trend where celebrities push the boundaries of red carpet attire, drawing comparisons to other provocative looks.

Chappell Roan has laughed off the reaction to the revealing outfit she wore on the Grammy Awards red carpet on Sunday.

The US pop star removed her red chiffon cape on the red carpet to reveal a matching draped dress hung from nipple rings, leaving virtually all of her top half exposed.

The Mugler ensemble was one of the most talked-about outfits at this year's ceremony.

Giggling because I don't even think this is THAT outrageous of an outfit, the star posted on Instagram. The look's actually so awesome and weird. I recommend just exercising your free will it's really fun and silly :D.

She added: Thank you for having me @grammys and those who voted for me!!

Some fans praised Roan's style, describing her as a goddess and an icon in response to her own Instagram post.

Referencing Justin Bieber's performance on Sunday wearing just boxer shorts, one wrote: If Justin can perform in his underwear without anyone batting an eyelid, you can rock pierced pasties diva. Misogyny.

Others found her outfit was not to their taste, responding to Billboard's video of Roan on the red carpet, with comments like this is too much. Is she gonna get banned?

Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, fashion writer and stylist Alex Fullerton said: What this label (Mugler) has done consistently since the 80s has worked a lot with transparency, bare breasts, so she's honouring the legacy of the designer... But at the end of the day... she's got them out!

Roan was nominated for two Grammys on Sunday - record of the year and best pop solo performance, both for The Subway, but she came away empty-handed.

Known for her individual style and hits including Pink Pony Club, Hot to Go and Good Luck, Babe!, Chappell is actually the alter-ego of the more reticent Kayleigh Amstutz.

In an interview, she described Chappell as a larger-than-life, drag queen version of myself, allowing her to be rebellious and risqué. I couldn't be Chappell all the time, she admitted. I'd be absolutely exhausted.

Her latest outfit continues the trend of celebrities wearing sheer and revealing looks on red carpets and at award ceremonies.