The 68th Grammy Awards opened in Los Angeles with a red carpet that blended classic glamour, daring transparency and pointed social statements, as music’s biggest stars transformed the arrivals into a full-scale fashion runway.
This year’s dominant theme was black-and-white elegance, reimagined through modern silhouettes, sharp tailoring and dramatic textures. Velvet, lace and structured satin took centre stage, while sheer fabrics added a bold, barely-there edge to many looks.
Bad Bunny delivered one of the evening’s most talked-about outfits in a rich velvet tuxedo, pairing old-Hollywood polish with contemporary flair. The look reinforced his status not just as a chart-topping artist, but as a red carpet risk-taker who consistently bends menswear rules.
Lady Gaga made a theatrical return to the Grammys carpet with a dramatic ensemble tied to her Mayhem era, blending gothic romance with high-fashion precision. The look was widely hailed as one of the night’s defining style moments, reaffirming her reputation for turning award shows into visual storytelling.
British singer Olivia Dean impressed fashion critics in a refined Chanel ensemble, praised for its balance of youthful elegance and timeless couture. The look quickly earned “best dressed” buzz across social platforms.
Beyond fashion, the carpet also carried a political undertone. Several celebrities wore “ICE OUT” pins, a visible protest against recent US immigration crackdowns. The pins sparked conversation online, highlighting how award-show fashion increasingly doubles as a platform for personal and political expression.
The Grammys red carpet has long been a space where music, culture and fashion collide, and 2026 was no exception. From tailored minimalism to statement-making symbolism, the night’s looks reflected both creative freedom and cultural awareness.
As the ceremony got underway, one thing was clear: before a single award was handed out, the Grammys had already delivered one of the year’s most memorable fashion moments.
