Grammys 2022 Fashion Review
Coming off of the Oscars the previous week, the Grammys showed how fun a red carpet can be. While the Oscars are typically formal for the biggest night in Hollywood, the biggest night in music allows stars to show up in whatever they see fit. While some people chose a formal gown, others decided it was a moment to have fun. It’s also worth mentioning that the Grammys is basically a huge concert of the best artists at the moment so sometimes being able to dance in your dress is most important. To narrow down the incredibly long slideshows of every attendee, I’ve pulled together some of the most note-worthy outfits of the night for you to get a taste of the best fashion moments.
PhotoBook’s Top 5 Fashion Winners
One. Doja Cat in Versace styled by Brett Alan Nelson
Doja Cat’s custom Versace look literally sparkled on the red carpet. Both the corset and the sheer tulle dress layered on top were hand-embroidered with crystals. The brand said the inspiration behind the dress came from Marilyn Monroe’s dress she wore to sing Happy Birthday to John F. Kennedy. But my favorite part of this look is the Coperni Swipe Bag made from blown glass. The unique piece was the perfect finish to this icy look.
Two. Elle King in Christian Siriano styled by Tiffany Gifford
Elle King opted for a monochromatic red suit complete with a matching wide-brimmed hat. While a full look in this color could’ve been overwhelming, Christian Siriano’s impeccable tailoring stopped it from being too much. The flared sleeves mimicking the bell-bottoms and gold jewelry to finish off the look just scream rockstar, which is exactly what she is.
Three. Dua Lipa in Vintage Versace styled by Lorenzo Posocco
It’s no surprise to see Dua Lipa in a Versace gown as she’s basically an unofficial muse for the brand at this point. However, this look might be one of her best. She donned the iconic bondage dress from Versace’s Fall 1992 collection, which is easily one of the most recognizable looks in the brand’s history and has been reinvented multiple times over the years. In fact, with her bleach blonde hair, it seems like Dua might be referencing the time Donatella herself wore a version to the 1992 Met Gala with her late brother and founder of the brand Gianni. I love a good reference to fashion history and I love that vintage archives are making red carpets more sustainable.
Four. Lil Nas X in Balmain styled by Hodo Musa
Lil Nas X is one of the most consistent with his red carpet looks. This amazing, embroidered look by Balmain references back to the brand's iconic fall 2012 runway collection. The armor-like jacket and pants were elevated by the matching platform boots. The special touch of the ensemble was the custom butterfly emblem right in the center, a nod to the theme of Nas’ album.
Five. Mickey Guyton in Ashish styled by Memsor Kamarake
Last year, country singer Mickey Guyton made Grammys history by being the first Black, solo,female artist to be nominated in a country category. This year she earned herself three nominations and a spot on my best dressed for this golden look. The sparkling fringe mini dress was the perfect mix of formal and fun. The gold woven into her braid was the perfect finishing touch.
PhotoBook’s Winning Brand: Valentino
While there was no shortage of range on the red carpet, one brand in particular stood out. Valentino dressed quite a few stars for the biggest night in music. Both Billy Porter and Saweetie chose a fuchsia look from the most recent Fall 2022 collection. Michelle Zauner, head of band Japanese Breakfast, instead opted for a bright yellow ruffled dress from the Fall 2021 Couture collection. Chloe Bailey decided to skip the vibrant hues entirely for a silver, disco ball-esque gown and matching cape.
Photobook’s Top Stylists
Sandra Amador styling Lady Gaga in Giorgio Armani Privé and Elie Saab
Both Lady Gaga’s red carpet and performance looks were definite standouts of the night thanks to her stylist Sandra Amador. Nominated for her collaborative album with Tony Bennet, her looks were the picture of elegance and class. Her custom Armani black silk gown with a contrasting white train was the perfect choice for the red carpet, while her custom performance gown by Elie Saab brought color to the stage. Both the Tiffany blue gown and her earlier look were aptly accompanied by Tiffany & Co. diamonds.
Wouri Vice styling H.E.R. in Peter Dundas
H.E.R. wanted to pay homage to Aretha Franklin with her look for the Grammys, and Wouri Vice made the incredible decision to work with Peter Dundas. The custom yellow and orange kaftan jumpsuit was embellished with a gold phoenix motif to add a bit of sparkle.
Rodney Burns styling Lenny Kravitz in Natalia Fedner
Lenny Kravitz has always been effortlessly cool, and this look is no exception. His leather pants and boots provided the perfect base for his Natalia Fedner chain top, which was made from over 2100 feet of rhodium colored copper chain. These intricate chain designs are a signature of the Ukrainian-born, sustainable designer.
Ugo Mozie styling Jon Batiste in Alexander McQueen
Jon Batiste was the biggest winner of the night, taking home five Grammy awards. While he had almost the same number of outfit changes, his best of the night was this bespoke Alexander McQueen cape with crystal chandelier embroidery. This regal look was the perfect choice for him to accept his last and biggest award of the night, Album of the Year.
Nicolas Bru styling Sofia Carson in Valentino
Sofia Carson’s one-shoulder caped gown from Valentino was airy and elegant, and the perfect balance to that came from the Samer Halimeh earrings and bracelet. The emerald accents and angular designs kept this look from being too simple or sweet.
Overall, the Grammys red carpet this year was cutting-edge as usual. With artists from all genres showing up and dressing for their own personality, it was nice to see such a diverse mix of looks. Whether you love gowns or minis, neon’s or neutrals, there was something for everyone.
Article + Photos by Skylar Miller, Contributor, PhotoBook Magazine
Tearsheets by Alexa Dyer, Graphic Design Intern, PhotoBook Magazine