Tyla is keeping the Y2K fashion revival alive, and doing it with serious flair.
At the Nickelodeon Kids’ Choice Awards this past weekend, the South African star turned heads in a bold, sunshine-yellow dress by Roberto Cavalli, straight from the label’s 2006 archives.
Styled by none other than Law Roach, the look was a seamless blend of nostalgia, high fashion, and superstar energy.
The dress itself was peak early-2000s Cavalli: slinky, draped, and unapologetically sexy. It hugged Tyla’s figure with an effortless grace, featuring a plunging neckline and fluid fabric that shimmered with every move.
But what made Tyla’s ensemble feel especially fresh was her pairing of the archival dress with a modern accessory twist. Enter the oversized hat by Ukrainian designer Ruslan Baginskiy, a choice that added a soft, mysterious edge to the look. Known for blending Eastern European craftsmanship with contemporary silhouettes, Baginskiy’s hats have been worn by everyone from Bella Hadid to Rosalía. On Tyla, the piece took on new life, making her red carpet moment feel equal parts throwback and trend-forward.
Law Roach, the image architect behind countless iconic fashion moments, proved once again why he’s a master of storytelling through style. By digging into fashion’s past and bringing back a 2006 Cavalli gown, he positioned Tyla not just as a rising style star, but as a fashion archivist of the new generation. Her look wasn’t just about being on-trend; it was about honoring legacy while injecting her own attitude.
The choice of yellow, too, was no accident. The vibrant hue played beautifully against Tyla’s skin tone and complemented the playful, energetic vibe of the Kids’ Choice Awards. It also spoke to her evolution as a performer and fashion muse, bold, sunny, and unapologetically herself.
Tyla’s Cavalli revival moment is yet another sign that Y2K glamour isn’t going anywhere, and with the right team and vision, it can still feel totally now.
