The reigning Best New Artist made a dramatic entrance on the red carpet Sunday night in Los Angeles, wearing a sheer maroon Mugler gown secured with metal chest rings. The bold look was inspired by Manfred Thierry Mugler’s iconic 1998 Jeu de Paume collection and reimagined for Spring/Summer 2026 by designer Miguel Castro Freitas. While fashion insiders were quick to note the historical reference, online audiences were far more divided.
The Grammys, music’s biggest night, were already charged with tension as politics took center stage. Several artists—including Bad Bunny, Olivia Dean, Shaboozey, and Gloria Estefan—used their moments in the spotlight to criticize the Trump administration’s immigration policies. Still, much of the attention shifted to the red carpet, where Roan’s outfit became one of the night’s most talked-about moments.
Critics didn’t hold back. Some called the look “low class” and “disgusting,” while others complained that award shows had become too focused on shock value. “We don’t need to see everything,” one commenter wrote, arguing for stricter dress standards at major events. Roan’s gown, along with similarly sheer looks worn by Heidi Klum earlier that evening, was cited as part of a broader trend of ultra-revealing fashion that has gained momentum since 2025.
That trend has been embraced by celebrities such as Julia Fox, Florence Pugh, Bianca Censori, Teyana Taylo, Kristen Stewart, and Dakota Johnson. Johnson previously brushed off criticism, telling Vogue Germany she didn’t care about the backlash. Many viewers, however, felt differently, accusing stars of chasing attention rather than empowerment.
Still, Roan’s defenders were just as vocal. Fans praised the look as daring, memorable, and perfectly aligned with her theatrical image. “She nailed it,” one supporter wrote. “That’s the point—people will be talking about this for days.”
Known for pushing boundaries, Roan is no stranger to polarizing fashion. She’s currently nominated for Record of the Year and Best Pop Solo Performance for The Subway and is set to present at the ceremony. Whether seen as bold artistry or pure provocation, her Grammy look achieved one undeniable result: everyone is talking.
