South African sensation Tyla turned heads at the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards, stepping onto the red carpet in an eye-catching beige Chanel minidress that sparked a flurry of online reactions asking, “Girl, did you raid the toddler section?”
The garment, an archival piece from Chanel’s spring 1993 collection, once worn by Claudia Schiffer, featured a remarkably short hem that resembled a tunic or romper rather than a traditional dress. Its simple design consisted of cream fabric accented with black piping, lacking any intricate tailoring or draping. The playful, boxy silhouette added to the dress’s youthful vibe, making it look almost like something from a toy doll’s wardrobe. To complement her look, Tyla wore chunky gold medallion jewelry from Pandora, layered around her neck, waist, and wrists, and finished it off with sleek black heels. She even opted for a pair of micro shorts underneath for practicality.
Despite the mixed reactions to her bold fashion choice, some even calling it a “2-year-old dress,” Tyla owned the look with confidence, embodying the essence of a standout red carpet moment.
More importantly, she didn’t just make a fashion statement; she also celebrated a major victory by winning the Best Afrobeats award for her hit single “PUSH 2 START.”
So while the dress may have evoked some lighthearted comparisons to Baby Gap, it was a triumphant night for Tyla. She left as a VMA winner, proudly representing South Africa, the Afrobeats genre, and her fearless fashion choices.
