Tyla's fearless fashion: how this icon is redefining style with daring looks

Tyla has firmly established herself as one of the most exciting fashion icons of the moment, and Mzansi couldn't be prouder of her bold approach to style.

From red carpets to the runways of Paris Fashion Week, she's not just following trends - she's setting them.

Let’s take a look at five of her most show stopping fashion moments that prove she’s more than just a talented musician; she's the “It Girl” of the fashion world.

One of her most talked-about looks came during the 2025 Chanel Fall/Winter Show at Paris Fashion Week. Tyla sat front row with the fashion elite, including Anna Wintour, but she managed to steal the spotlight with her striking Chanel miniskirt and matching bustier.

While everyone else was giving “classic chic,” she brought Chanel with a twist: youthful, sexy, and just the right amount of “you wish you looked this good”.

Then there was her show-stopping moment at the 2024 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show. If Barbie had a cooler, Gen Z cousin, it would be this moment. 

Tyla turned heads in a playful yet glamorous satin pink mini-dress, complete with a sweetheart neckline and ruffled hem.

Tyla stepped out in a flirty satin pink mini-dress that screamed fun but made it high fashion. The silver heels? Chef’s kiss.

 It was the kind of look that made you want to put on your best outfit and hit the town.

But let’s talk about the Jacquemus Fall 2025 Show because Tyla decided she was not playing with us. She pulled up in a barely-there black gown that clung in all the right places, with open sides that left just enough to the imagination

Tyla’s daring black gown at the Jacquemus Fall 2025 Show made a statement. With its open sides and sultry yet minimalist design, Tyla proved she’s not afraid to take risks when it comes to her fashion choices.

The “naked dress” trend has had its iconic moments over the years, and Tyla’s look falls right into that category, drawing comparisons to some of the most memorable fashion moments in history. Think daring, skin-baring gowns that walk the fine line between sensuality and elegance.

Let’s take a trip down memory lane to the 1990s, the era when the naked dress trend truly came to life. One of the standout moments was Jennifer Lopez’s iconic green Versace gown at the 2000 Grammy Awards.

The dress, with its plunging neckline and bold cutouts, practically shattered the internet before it was even a thing. Much like Tyla's Jacquemus moment, Jennifer Lopez knew how to make a statement without saying a word.

Let fashion do all the talking.

When Tyla attended the 2024 Met Gala, she brought a taste of her South African roots to the red carpet. 

She stepped onto the red carpet in a sand sculpture-inspired gown that not only caught the eye but also ignited conversation across fashion circles. The gown, with its flowing, textured layers that resembled sculpted dunes, was an embodiment of both artistic vision and cultural pride.

The look was a moment, no doubt. Taking the theme and making it uniquely her own, she arrived in a sand sculpture-inspired gown that felt straight out of an art exhibit - only wearable.

Fashion reporters couldn’t get enough of her unique spin on the theme. "Vogue" called it a "masterclass in blending tradition with innovation," noting how Tyla’s presence on the carpet was both understated and striking at once.

Additionally, actress, who was also once labelled as a fashion icon, Sarah Jessica Parker, praised Tyla’s boldness, calling her one of the "new faces of fashion" at the gala. And yes, we can agree on that for sure!

Finally, her 2025 appearance at the Essence Black Women in Hollywood Awards was truly a ray of sunshine. Dressed in a butter-yellow gown that radiated warmth, she turned heads with a look that was both sophisticated and playful

The look was sophisticated but still had a playful edge, with soft draping that accentuated her curves and an effortlessly chic vibe.

The butter-yellow trend has been dominating the fashion world, seen on runways from Bottega Veneta to Valentino, and Tyla knew exactly how to ride the wave while making it her own.

Instead of opting for a structured, avant-garde take, she kept it soft, feminine, and fluid, proving once again that she understands how to adapt to trends without letting them wear her.

It’s the same skill that keeps her fashion moments fresh yet iconic.