The 2026 Grammy Awards offered no shortage of spectacle, but Chioma Adeleke approached the evening with something quieter precision, restraint and a carefully considered sense of drama.
Attending the ceremony at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena alongside her husband Davido, the Nigerian media personality stepped onto the red carpet in a custom creation by Vietnamese designer Nguyen Cong Tri, delivering a look that revealed its impact gradually rather than all at once.
The midi-length gown was constructed on a sheer black base, layered with dark three-dimensional floral appliqués concentrated across the bodice before softening toward the skirt. The placement felt deliberate: structured above, lighter below, allowing the silhouette to balance coverage with fluidity. It was a study in controlled texture, where detail not excess carried the visual weight.
Movement played an equally important role. Long trailing sleeve extensions fell to the floor, shifting gently with each step and lending the ensemble a sense of quiet theatricality. The effect was subtle yet unmistakable—the kind of design detail that rewards a second glance.
Styled by Vanessa Efe and Holly An Dro, who also dressed Davido for the evening, Adeleke’s accessories were intentionally restrained. Black Christian Louboutin stiletto sandals grounded the look, while jewellery by Justine Clenquet introduced a modern edge without competing with the dress’s intricate surface work. A sharply cut chin-length bob, worn with a centre part, and polished, minimal makeup completed the ensemble, allowing the gown’s craftsmanship to remain the focal point.
Standing beside Davido, whose tailored evening look provided a classic counterpoint, Adeleke’s appearance reflected a red-carpet philosophy increasingly resonant with modern luxury: statement-making without excess, elegance that speaks most clearly in the details.
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