Tyla Goes Bold in Mowalola Snakeskin at the 2026 VMAs

Tyla opted for a grey-blue snakeskin outfit by Mowalola for the 2026 VMAs, wearing a matching bra top and midi skirt that put the print and cut of the two-piece at the centre of her look.

The outfit paired an underwired bra top with thin shoulder straps and a fitted, low-rise midi skirt. The fabric featured a snakeskin pattern in shades of grey, black and blue. The top had shaped cups and a narrow centre fastening, while the skirt sat low on her hips and fell below her knees.

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A matching teal choker completed the look, while small stud earrings kept the jewellery simple. She also wore a turquoise accessory around her ankle and pointed heels with a black-and-white pattern. Her long, straight black hair was styled with cornrows across the front, which continued into loose lengths down her back.

Her makeup included bronzed skin, defined brows, smoky eyeshadow and glossy nude lips. Pink nails added another colour detail to the look.

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The Mowalola outfit fits Tyla’s preference for body-conscious designs and unconventional styling on major red carpets. At the 2024 Met Gala, she wore a custom Balmain gown made with sand and crystal details, while her 2025 VMAs look drew on an archival Chanel design. Her latest appearance takes a different approach, using snakeskin print, a lingerie-inspired top and a low-rise skirt to bring another distinctive look to the VMAs.