And your style icon’s style icon, too, is Chappell Roan, your favorite artist’s favorite artist. With her breakthrough song “Good Luck, Babe!” and a run of incredible tour dates and festival appearances to support her debut album, The Rise and Fall of a Midwest Princess, the unapologetically sweet pop diva has been rising rapidly in recent months. The beautiful appearance Roan wears on stage is equally impressive as her songwriting abilities: Her fashion choices give her pop-synth smashes a theatrical, campy edge that draws inspiration from drag artists and LGBTQ+ culture in general.
Roan’s style has drawn similarities to those of Lady Gaga and Cyndi Lauper, from her Gov Ball Lady Liberty appearance to her homages to Divine and Lady Miss Kier. She has even invited concertgoers to participate by dressing in theme at each stop on her tour. Here are nine clothing suggestions for attending a Chappell Roan concert, along with shopping recommendations.
“Pink Pony Club”
This ensemble concept, which pays homage to the first glitter-dusted single from Roan’s first album, is one of the official themes of her Midwest Princess Tour. The song has gradually gained popularity and become a beloved mainstream hit. Bright pink fringe, dramatic blue eyeshadow, and an ample amount of rhinestones are required according to the “Pink Pony Club” dress code. Disco splendor meets Western style, and we think Dolly Parton would be proud.
“My Kink Is Karma”
The highly stylized music video for this Chappell Roan song is a must-watch before any shows with this topic. As you enter the crowd, you should anticipate an odd combination of bright red clothing and circus-inspired design elements. Bold metallics, eye-catching textures, and anything else that suggests a tumultuous connection with an ex are all acceptable.
I Heard You Like Magic
Roan took inspiration for her humorous music video for “Red Wine Supernova,” an unorthodox but incredibly enjoyable love hymn, from a magician’s wardrobe. This is a great way to add a magical touch to your concert attire. Consider combining statement shoes and on-trend accessories with traditional designs, such as a glittery bodysuit and leather shorts (remember the “wand and a rabbit” line?).
Lady Liberty
Perhaps one of Chappell Roan’s most famous looks to date is from her Gov Ball performance; the video of her emerging from a giant apple wearing the costume of Lady Liberty went viral right away. Wear a matching bustier and an athletic skirt to keep things a little more laid back. Lightweight clothing is essential for enduring the intense heat at packed concerts. Although we can’t wait to see the imaginative beauty looks fans will undoubtedly develop in this area, green full-body paint is optional.
“Super Graphic Ultra Modern Girl”
This style is dreamy, enchanting, and slightly extraterrestrial; an extraterrestrial dream girl, if you will. For the most on-theme look, try teaming modern accents with airy, feminine layers.
Midwest Princess
Roan was raised in Missouri, and the title of her debut album alludes to her small-town upbringing. For this official Midwest Princess Tour theme, a denim skirt and cropped camo shirt keep things casual (and readily re-wearable), while a tiara adds some much-needed sparkle. If you’re feeling very imaginative, you might even think about bedazzling your own sash.
Casual Mermaid
Irony is essential, particularly if “Casual,” a Midwest Princess ballad about a painful situationship, is your favorite song. Teal and blue tones of aquamarine are key to pulling off this look, in keeping with the spirit of the song’s mermaid music video, which served as inspiration for another official tour theme. Dreamy details like a mesh miniskirt and flowy halter-neck top are complemented by floral thigh-high boots that give the whole look an unexpected air of mystery.
Manhattan Romance
This striking, dramatic appearance is a nod to the cover art for “Naked in Manhattan,” one of Roan’s first songs. Try teaming a billowing minidress with a bright ostrich feather fan and adorable butterfly kitten heels to channel the song’s daring yet beautiful energy into wearable concert territory.
“Good Luck, Babe!”
Get creative with your appearance and wear whatever makes you feel most eager to dance the night away, provided that it has nothing to do with any of Roan’s existing tour themes, show looks, or music video aesthetics. Make the most of the retro-futurist, Y2K-meets-80s mood of “Good Luck, Babe!” by incorporating metallics and tiny dresses, along with other staples from Roan’s tour wardrobe, to create a really one-of-a-kind concert costume.
