Chappell Roan Laughs Off Grammy Outfit Controversy

Thu Feb 05 2026 01:32:51 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Pop star Chappell Roan reacts to the uproar over her revealing Grammy outfit, declaring it was 'not that outrageous.'

Chappell Roan, known for her bold statements in fashion, sparked conversations with her daring outfit at the Grammy Awards, which featured a red chiffon cape and a dress suspended from nipple rings. After the event, she expressed her thoughts on social media, encouraging others to embrace individuality and free expression, while some fans praised her style and others criticized it. Despite the mixed reactions, Roan affirmed her unique artistic identity, which she described as liberating and essential for her performance persona.

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.

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 with the BBC's Mark Savage, she described Chappell as a larger-than-life, drag queen version of myself, who allows her to be rebellious and risqué.

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