African artists are often praised for their creativity in both music and fashion, and Tyla is no exception. Before winning a Grammy for Best African Performance last month, Tyla was already known for her unique Gen-Z fashion sense, reminiscent of the mysterious vibe in her Grammy-winning single, “Water.”
Affirming her love for everything fashion, it comes as no shock that Tyla made her debut public performance in 2023 at the Dolce & Gabbana afterparty during Milan Fashion Week, right after dropping her single “Been Thinking.” This event marked a great achievement for the South African singer, as the track swiftly claimed its place on the Billboard Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay and Rhythmic Airplay charts.
Frequently, the South African-born music sensation’s public appearances evoke a “summer banger” vibe, featuring bold Gen Z looks that perfectly enhance her stage presence. And it’s common for fans to ponder on whether it’s the music, the outfits, or her charisma that leaves them so captivated after each performance. Well, it’s the “Tyla Effect” after all.
Just recently, Tyla became a topic of discussion on twitter as Artemisi, a fashion brand, unveiled its spring 2024 collection at São Paulo Fashion Week (SPFW56), drawing parallels to Tyla’s distinctive and iconic fashion choices.
While conversations about Tyla’s fashion are still relatively limited, her style strikes a balance between sensuality and classic aesthetics. Reflecting a youthful, wild, and let loose kind of vibe characteristic of Gen Z aesthetics, Tyla’s perspective on fashion serves as a contemporary muse for sartorial enthusiasts.
If you’re looking to explore more about her unique style, we’ve curated a collection of some her standout looks, drawing from her personal wardrobe.
Tyla’s the Queen of Cut-out Dresses
Getty Images Tyla stunned at the Grammy Awards in a special Versace dress. The one-shoulder pistachio-colored gown was covered in sparkly Swarovski crystals, giving it a beautiful and slightly see-through appearance. She also wore netted crystals on her arm and leg, and had a belly ring, along with a Y2K-inspired chiffon tie.
Tyla knows how to don ‘black’ to perfection
Instagram.com/@tyla Tyla Seethal stole the spotlight at the Mugler H&M Global Launch Event in New York City on April 19, 2023. Her outfit was a showstopper — a sleek, all-black dress with daring cut-outs that added a touch of sensuality, embracing the “fashion killer” aesthetic to perfection.
Even Dolce & Gabbana got nothing on her
Instagram.com/@tyla Tyla performed at the Dolce and Gabbana after-party, wearing a silver metallic bustier with matching stilettos, plucked out from the Kim Kardashian 2023 DOLCE AND GABBANA Spring Ready-to-Wear collaboration collection.
She sure redefines Denim on Denim too
G&Q The pop star is really good at putting her own spin on the latest trends. Here’s the 22-year-old star giving her own take on the denim-on-denim trend with abs-baring cropped denim jacket and teeny-weeny denim skirt. She totally owned it!
Tyla is Pure Gen-Z
Instagram.com/@tyla Fashion is changing quickly, taking cues from the past but making them more stylish. Tyla perfectly exemplifies this by embracing a rejuvenated Y2K aesthetic, with long boots, short low-waist skirts, and a trendy criss-cross bralette.
Teaming Black at the Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala
Getty Images In February, Tyla looked amazing at the Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala in Los Angeles. She wore a stunning all-black, sleeveless dress with fancy jeweled bones holding it together, and then, there was an endless, little train sweeping the floor as she walked.
Photo Credit: Instagram / Tyla
