Ayra Starr Bared Her Washboard Abs in a Bizarre Blue Dress at the 2024 Grammys
Published: February 5, 2024 Last Updated 6 months ago by FPN SEO
From sharing song covers online to gracing the Grammy’s red carpet, Ayra Starr, the acclaimed Gen Z sensation, achieved a significant career milestone on February 4, 2024, at the Grammys Awards night.
As the youngest and first Nigerian female artist nominated in the Best African Music Performance category for her track “Rush,” she solidified her place in music history. Facing tough competition from tracks like “Amapiano” by Asake and Olamide, “City Boys” by Burna Boy, “Water” by Tula, and “Unavailable” by Davido featuring Musa Keys, Ayra Starr‘s nomination marked a groundbreaking moment. Notably, “Rush” received a nomination despite being released outside the eligibility period—a rare occurrence at the Grammys.
While she didn’t clinch the award, losing to Tyla, the songstress confidently exhibited her raw Gen-Z style on the red carpet.

In the company of renowned figures such as Taylor Swift, Mariah Carey, Beyoncé, Dua Lipa, and SZA, Ayra Starr made a bold statement, donning a custom JéBlanc gown that left little to the imagination.
With confidence, the 21-year-old showcased her curves, toned abs, and décolletage in a sky-blue two-piece ensemble adorned with intricate crystal embroidery. The flowing silk chiffon sleeves and skirt gracefully draped over the Frederick’s of Hollywood Rising Star Bra were embellished with meticulously placed beadwork by designer Jeniece, highlighting unparalleled craftsmanship.
The outfit was complemented by René Caovilla heels and stunning jewelry from Swarovski and House of Fabergé.


The Grammy-nominated artist’s glam team achieved a stunning makeup look, featuring bold eyeshadow and her distinctive soft, nude lipstick, perfectly complemented by a flawlessly laid, bone-straight wig expertly styled by hairstylist Sean Fears. The meticulous coordination of the overall look, curated by stylist Janice Mahenge, resulted in a bold appearance on the red carpet. Despite the daring outfit choice, the captivating beauty look demands attention and appreciation.

No doubt, Ayra Starr’s 2024 Grammy red carpet appearance highlighted her distinctive, youthful, and captivating style, emphasizing her fondness for teeny-tweeny ensembles.
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Esther Ejoh is a Fashion Editor at Fashion Police Nigeria, where she writes all things fashion, beauty, and celebrity style, with a sharp eye and an even sharper pen. She’s the girl who’ll break down a Met Gala look one minute, rave about a Nigerian beauty brand the next, and still find time to binge a movie or get lost in a novel. Style, storytelling, and self-care? That’s her holy trinity.
