How Chappell Roan’s faux tattoos defined her bold 2026 Grammys look

Chappell Roan’s temporary tattoos added the finishing touch to her bold ensemble at the 2026 Grammy Awards.

The 27-year-old singer attended the awards ceremony, where she was a contender for Record of the Year and Pop Solo Performance, in a sheer maroon Mugler dress. It featured an almost invisible bodice with fabric adorning faux nipples and nipple rings.

Roan’s body was adorned with detailed faux tattoos both on the front and the back. Her back displayed a significant lace design.

This look was crafted by Andrew Dahling in collaboration with MAC Cosmetics, as mentioned by Marie Claire.

"We kicked off with an archival, unclothed vibe. Once the tattoos were included, it took on this medieval character. It's still fantasy-like and ethereal, but also grounded," Dahling mentioned to the publication.

Dahling explained why he and Roan went for understated makeup, despite her usual bold styles.

"There was a lot happening — the tattoos, prosthetic nipples, and more — but overall, we aimed for everything to harmonize, paying tribute to the dress and the medieval theme we embraced. The glam emerged from there," stated the makeup artist.

Roan’s gown flowed out into a trailing design and revealed her black underwear beneath. During red carpet interviews, she covered her ensemble with a matching maroon cape.

Her outfit took inspiration from the spring/summer 1998 "Jeu de Paume" haute couture collection by Manfred Thierry Mugler, updated for the spring/summer 2026 collection by Miguel Castro Freitas.

The “Subway” singer switched into a beige draped gown to present Best New Artist — a title she had claimed the previous year — during the ceremony. For this delicate appearance, she removed her temporary tattoos and added a gold necklace and an arm cuff.

“I genuinely believe the most important aspects are community, kindness, and sharing what we have,” she expressed during her acceptance speech.