At the 68th Annual Grammy Awards held on February 1, 2026, Nigerian artists were among the stars on the red carpet in Los Angeles. Their choices of tailored suits, sheer fabric and Ankara textiles highlighted their ability to experiment with styles.

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Davido, who was nominated for Best African Performance for his song “With You” featuring Omah Lay, attended the ceremony alongside Chioma and wore a sharply tailored black double-breasted suit detailed with ornate silver embroidery across the lapels, cuffs and hem. Chioma opted for a sheer black gown with lace panels and black 3D floral appliqués across the bodice and skirt. The high neckline and long sleeves contrasted with the sheer fabric.

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Ayra Starr was also nominated for Best African performance and wore a custom sheer black deep-V gown with long sleeves and a floor-length hem by designer Nicola Bacchilega. She accessorized with a diamond and ruby necklace and rings from Akano Diamonds.

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Dorcas Fapson, also known as Ms DSF, attended the Grammy in a white gown that was covered in crystals on the blouse, with a halter-neck and a defined waist. The skirt was made in sheer fabric with a high slit at the waist. She paired the outfit with a crystal headpiece and jeweled heels. The gown looked like bridal wear.

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Jaywon wore a patterned Ankara blazer, blending traditional African prints with modern tailoring, paired with tailored trousers, a white shirt, black tie and white sneakers for a contemporary red-carpet look.

Ayra Starr, nominated for Best African Performance, wore a two-piece outfit for Lucian Grainge’s annual Grammy luncheon on Feb 1, 2026. She was photographed in a strapless peplum top paired with a mini skirt. The top is fitted at the bust with a sweetheart neckline in a blue and tan houndstooth pattern that flared slightly at the waist. She paired it with a high-waist short skirt in a contrasting pink and tan houndstooth print. Thin-strapped black heels, minimal jewelry and simple makeup were worn alongside the outfit.

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Mini skirt has always been a big part of Ayra’s personal style and her go-to for public appearances, and this look fit into that pattern. Over the years, she has adopted short hemlines and fitted styles, sometimes mixing them with bold prints or structured pieces. This fit follows that direction.

The peplum was very popular and largely worn in the early 2010s and gradually faded in mainstream fashion through the years. It has slowly started appearing again across celebrity wardrobes, often in simpler form than before. These newer takes tend to focus more on cleaner cuts and more restrained shapes, which makes them simpler to combine with modern pieces like short skirts and trousers.

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The look fits her established style, and the mix of contrasting houndstooth prints is an example of how print combinations remain popular among young people. By combining a peplum top with a mimi skirt, Ayra Starr put herself within a wider movement of revisiting the early-2000s fashion choices through updated cuts. The look fits into current fashion conversations, adding to the growing visibility of peplum pieces in contemporary wardrobes.

Nancy Isime appeared in a sharply constructed look. On January 30, 2026, she wore a green and lilac two-piece outfit with a sleeveless, high-neck crop top in lilac accents, paired with a floor-length skirt that had a high slit on one side. The skirt had a geometric pattern that matched the designs on the top.

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She paired the outfit with green strappy heels that wrapped around her ankles, matching the dominant green tone. Nancy carried a small rectangular handbag with soft pink floral designs, adding contrast to the green and lilac tones.

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The green and lilac paring stood out. Her hair was styled in a loose updo, with soft curls framing her face. Her makeup, done by Bibyonce was natural with defined brows, soft eye makeup, and nude lipstick

Accessories were minimal. She wore a bracelet and a watch on her left wrist, adding a simple touch of detail. The fitted crop top and flowing skirt, created a coordinated outfit.