The 68th Annual Grammy Awards was a masterclass in red-carpet storytelling.
It wouldn’t be an exaggeration to say the GRAMMYs remain the most anticipated night in the music industry. Held at the iconic Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles, the 68th Annual Grammy Awards delivered unforgettable wins and headline-making moments.
As anticipation built around who would take home the night’s biggest awards, the stars came in ready, delivering jaw-dropping looks after the other. These are the standout styles from the night we simply couldn’t stop staring at.
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Pinkpantheress
PinkPantheress made a striking entrance on the red carpet in a vintage Vivienne Westwood gown from the designer’s 2012 Diamond Jubilee collection and a beautiful diamond necklace. The long, strapless dress featured a beautifully draped silhouette that effortlessly complemented the singer. She earned her first nominations for Best Dance Pop Recording for “Illegal” and Best Dance/Electronic Album for Fancy That, marking the evening as one to remember.
Tyla
South African artist — and now two-time Grammy Award winner — Tyla made a show-stopping appearance in a stunning Dsquared2 AW13 look. The sheer gown featured a plunging neckline, intricate gold bead embroidery, and a dramatic feathered train, creating a moment that was equal parts daring and elegant. Nominated for Best African Music Performance for her smash hit “PUSH 2 START,” Tyla took home the award, sealing the night as a major fashion and career win.
Zara Larsson
Larsson opened the premiere ceremony with a breathtaking rendition of her song “Midnight Sun,” setting the tone for the night in custom Germanier. Staying true to the song’s luminous theme, she wore a beaded gold two-piece featuring a skirt and a one-strap bralette top. Nominated for Best Dance Pop Recording — her first Grammy nomination — the evening was one filled with milestones, gratitude, and unforgettable moments for the singer.
Leah Kateb
American internet personality and Love Island USA Season 6 breakout star Leah Kateb arrived on the red carpet alongside her long-term boyfriend and on-screen partner, Miguel Harichi. For the event, she wore a sleek Tom Ford dress featuring a dramatic side cut-out, a plunging V-neckline, and striking gold cuff details — a look that was equal parts bold and refined.
Kehlani
As stunning as ever, Kehlani arrived in Valdrin Sahiti Couture AW25. The striking black see-through halter-neck gown was adorned with delicate crystal beading and subtle sparkle, creating a look oh-so-sultry. Nominated for Best R&B Performance and Best R&B Song for “Folded,” she took home the award for both categories, capping off the night in winning style.
Sabrina Carpenter
Baby doll for life, Sabrina Carpenter made a fluttering entrance on the red carpet in a custom Valentino gown. The dress featured delicate straps, a sheer mini capelet, and a drop-waist silhouette sparkling with floral beadwork, pearls, and crystals. The ruffled hems at the bottom completed the ethereal look. Carpenter earned six nominations, largely thanks to the success of her seventh studio album, “Man’s Best Friend”.
Ayra Starr
Styled by Elly Karamoh, our very own Sabi Girl dazzled in a custom sheer navy blue gown by designer Nicola Bacchilega, paired with AKANO diamond earrings and a matching necklace.
Olivia Dean
Olivia Dean, dazzled in a black Chanel sequin dress with a feathered hem, layered over a white ruffled bottom and finished with black-and-white shoes. Later in the night, she took home the award for Best New Artist, capping off a memorable evening in show-stopping style.
Katseye
The Katseye girls turned heads in their angelic, coordinated custom Ludovic de Saint Sernin white lace ensembles. They were also nominated for Best New Artist, making their red-carpet moment even more memorable. The girls also took the main Grammy stage, marking history as the first girl group to perform at the awards in nearly two decades.
Rosé
Rosé of BLACKPINK graced the red carpet in custom Giambattista Valli, rocking her signature curls. She wore a strapless black gown, accented by a dramatic gathered cape that flowed from the waist, at both sides, creating a sweeping, elegant silhouette. Making music history, Rosé earned three Grammy nominations for her smash-hit collaboration with Bruno Mars, “APT.”
Doechii
Doechii made a vibrant entrance in a two-toned custom Roberto Cavalli dress. The copper lace-up bodice with delicate straps flowed into a voluminous, high-low plum skirt, complete with dramatic ruffles and a sweeping train. Arriving beaming and confident, Doechii celebrated five Grammy nominations for her hit song “Anxiety.” She followed up her 2025 historic Best Rap Album win for “Alligator Bites Never Heal” by taking home Best Music Video for “Anxiety,” marking a remarkable second career Grammy.
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Lady Gaga
Channelling Black Swan aura , Lady Gaga made a dramatic entrance on the red carpet in a custom Matières Fécales black feathered mermaid gown. The show-stopping look featured a feathered high neck, a structured hip that flowed seamlessly into the skirt, and an extravagant feathered train. With seven nominations this year, it marked a career-high for the pop icon. Leaving with three awards for her 2025projects, “Mayhem” and “Harlequin”, Gaga is now a 16X Grammy winner.
Miley Cyrus
Miley switched things up in a striking Celine SS26 look. Skipping a traditional gown, she paired a black leather jacket with a crisp white collared blouse and high-rise, pleated “carrot” pants. Black pointed-toe heels, sleek gloves, and a bold gold brooch featuring her initials, “C” and “M,” completed the edgy, fashion-forward ensemble.
Billie Eilish
Another standout on the red carpet was Billie Eilish in a custom Hodakova set with a school-uniform twist. She wore a black, suit-inspired long coat with bold white lapels and shoulder details, paired with white knee-high socks and a small, structured black handbag, striking the perfect balance between playful and polished. Bagging nominations for two of the night’s biggest awards — Record of the Year and Song of the Year (for which she won later in the night) — she capped off the evening in style.
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Halle Bailey
Halle Bailey shone in a custom Paolo Sebastian AW25 corseted, tea-length column gown adorned with delicate beaded embellishments. The brown beauty of the dress perfectly matched the brown beauty herself, creating a flawless, head-turning moment on the red carpet.
Teyana Taylor
Teyana Taylor delivered effortlessly in a custom Tom Ford SS26 brown mermaid gown, featuring a sculpted, asymmetric bodice that offered striking, avant-garde coverage. She looked amazing.
Justin & Hailey Bieber
The couple made a stylish entrance on the red carpet in coordinated black ensembles — Justin in a custom Balenciaga oversized suit and Hailey in a figure-hugging mermaid Alaïa gown. Bieber came into the night with four nominations for his 2025 album Swag. Though he didn’t take home an award, he delivered a show-stopping performance on the Grammy stage for the first time since 2022, appearing in boxer briefs and socks, leaving the audience utterly stunned.
Bad Bunny
Benito made a striking entrance in a custom Schiaparelli tuxedo that appeared corseted, with a wide front revealing the crisp white shirt underneath. A classic bow tie completed the gentlemanly look. Later that night, he made history as the first Latin artist to win Album of the Year with DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS, an all-Spanish-language project.
Audrey Nuna
Audrey Nuna once again showcased her creative flair on the red carpet, arriving in Thom Browne Couture AW24. She wore a dramatically oversized, asymmetrical jacket-coat dress with one exaggerated, voluminous sleeve, layered over a multi-tiered, cream ruffled skirt. Whimsical and distinctly her.
Until next time: reliving the magic of the GRAMMYs
As music’s biggest night wraps, fans are already buzzing about the winners, artists are still reliving every unforgettable moment from the GRAMMYs, and as always, the music never stops. The countdown to next year begins, the excitement never fades, and just like the awards, the stars, stylists, and designers will be back, delivering looks that will leave us speechless all over again.
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