If theres one thing to know aboutChappell Roan, its that she loves a reference.

Chappell established rodeo clown as the thematic foundation for the performance, which provided a conceptual starting point.

That set the tone for something dramatic, whimsical, and visually commanding.

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On the red carpet, the pop superstar tried her hand atballetcore.

Chappell Roan at the 2025 Grammys.

The skirt fanned out into an asymmetrical silhouette printed with Degass famous ballerinas.

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Chappell Roan at the 2025 Grammys.

It wasnt just an option, it was the dress.

Mariacarla Boscono, Jean Paul Gaultier spring 2003 couture.

Inside the ceremony, Chappell changed into her second couture look of the evening.

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Chappell Roan at the 2025 Grammys.

Thom Browne fall 2024 couture, look 8.

Performing in custom Zana Bayne.

But who needs a hat when you have a Grammy?

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Mariacarla Boscono, Jean Paul Gaultier spring 2003 couture.

See every look from the2025 Grammys red carpethere:

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Chappell Roan at the 2025 Grammys.

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Thom Browne fall 2024 couture, look 8.

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Performing in custom Zana Bayne.

LOS ANGELES CALIFORNIA  FEBRUARY 02 Chappell Roan attends the 67th Annual GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February…

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