The 2026 Grammy Awards were as much a fashion spectacle as a musical one, with female stars embracing bold silhouettes, refined tailoring and statement glamour on the red carpet in Los Angeles.
While several artists stepped away from their signature looks, others leaned confidently into fashion risks that paid off, delivering some of the night’s most memorable style moments.
Olivia Dean delivers modern Chanel elegance
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Fresh off her Best New Artist win, Olivia Dean embodied quiet confidence in a refined Chanel look that balanced classic craftsmanship with contemporary ease.
The British singer’s styling felt effortless rather than overly polished, reinforcing her growing reputation as a star who lets presence and poise do the heavy lifting. In a sea of statement gowns, Dean’s understated elegance became its own kind of power move.
Chappell Roan embraces sheer drama
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Chappell Roan once again proved her status as a red carpet risk-taker, trading her usual camp-heavy aesthetic for a pared-back but striking sheer look. Styled by Genesis Webb, the singer wore a custom Mugler creation that balanced transparency with confidence, allowing intricate detailing and body art to take centre stage.
The look was elevated with copper-toned hair and smoky eye makeup, creating a cohesive beauty moment that felt intentional rather than gimmicky.
Michelle Williams returns in timeless glamour
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Michelle Williams made a rare red carpet appearance, marking her return to the Grammys after two decades with a look that felt worth the wait. She opted for a black sheer gown adorned with gold appliqué, designed by Jean Louis Sabaji.
The addition of a flowing overskirt added volume and drama, striking a balance between classic elegance and theatrical flair.
Lady Gaga leans into sculptural sophistication
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Already one of the night’s big winners, Lady Gaga matched her awards success with a polished fashion moment. Her structured silhouette and confident styling reinforced her reputation for delivering high-impact red carpet looks that feel deliberate and theatrical without tipping into excess.
Teyana Taylor commands the carpet in Tom Ford
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Teyana Taylor delivered one of the night’s most commanding looks in Tom Ford, blending power dressing with unmistakable attitude.
Sharp lines, confident tailoring and effortless presence made the look feel less about trend and more about authority — a reminder that Taylor’s fashion impact often lies in how she wears the clothes as much as what she wears.
Sabrina Carpenter experiments beyond her signature
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Sabrina Carpenter stepped outside her usual ultra-feminine silhouette in a Valentino look that sparked debate precisely because it marked a departure. The more mature, covered-up styling contrasted with her recent red carpet identity, but also suggested a willingness to evolve rather than repeat a winning formula.
For some, it felt restrained; for others, it was a confident pivot.
Tyla takes a softer fashion risk
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South African star Tyla surprised fans by opting for a flowing, feathered gown rather than her now-signature body-hugging silhouettes. The Dsquared2 look traded sensual minimalism for movement and softness, offering a different interpretation of red carpet glamour.
The shift divided opinion, but underscored Tyla’s growing confidence in experimenting beyond expectations.
Rosé embraces couture drama in Giambattista Valli
Rosé brought high-fashion romance to the Grammys in Giambattista Valli, leaning into volume, softness and couture theatricality.
The look felt unapologetically glamorous — a reminder that red carpet fashion can still be about fantasy. While some gravitate toward minimalism, Rosé’s choice embraced drama in full bloom.
Addison Rae opts for sculptural Alaïa
Addison Rae’s Alaïa ensemble leaned into sculptural elegance, pairing a striking top with a softer, flowing skirt.
While some wished for a bolder finish, the look showcased her continued interest in high fashion silhouettes and signalled a growing confidence in couture experimentation over viral moments.
As the Grammys continue to double as a global fashion stage, this year’s best dressed women showed that impact can come from both bold experimentation and quiet confidence.
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