Chappell Roan Defends Bold Grammys Outfit: 'Not That Outrageous'

Tue Feb 03 2026 21:16:22 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Chappell Roan, the pop star who made headlines at the Grammy Awards with her revealing outfit, insists her look was fun and not as outrageous as perceived, sparking discussions on fashion and free expression.

During the Grammy Awards, Chappell Roan turned heads with her striking Mugler ensemble, which featured a daring outfit suspended from nipple rings. While this drew mixed reactions, Roan expressed on Instagram that she didn't consider her outfit outrageous and encouraged individuality in fashion. With fans praising her boldness and others critiquing her choice, the incident highlights ongoing dialogues around clothing norms and gendered standards in the industry.

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 Insta 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, however, found her outfit to be not to their taste.

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 the alter-ego of the more reticent Kayleigh Amstutz.