“I’m obsessed with this. Shock factor. Memorable. She killed it,” one wrote. Another said, “All tatted and pierced up—I thought it was perfect.”
Known for theatrical fashion and boundary-pushing visuals, Roan’s Grammys outfit was far from an outlier. At the 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, she paid homage to Cyndi Lauper with a cryptic, fan-only recognizable ensemble. For the Grammys, LA stylist Genesis Webb dressed her in a gown inspired by Lauper’s True Colors video, featuring a newspaper skirt with Rococo hips, sparkling bustier, vintage jewelry, and a glittering custom headpiece.
Critics and fans alike were polarized. “Makes Victoria’s Secret look demure,” one scoffed, while another admitted, “She can pull it off. She has the confidence and presence.” Some viewers were less impressed: “Enough already. These looks aren’t empowering—they’re just attention-seeking,” one commenter noted.
Amid the fashion frenzy, Roan remains a top contender, nominated for Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance for The Subway. She’s also slated to present at the ceremony, continuing her streak of high-profile appearances. Last year, she claimed Best New Artist for The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, along with five other nominations, including three for her hit Good Luck, Babe!
Whether you see it as audacious artistry or shock for shock’s sake, Chappell Roan’s Grammy look has everyone talking—and no one is staying silent.
What do you think—bold expression or just trying too hard? Share your thoughts in the comments and join the conversation!