Ugo Mozie is setting the tone for 2026, and he is doing it from the Grammys red carpet. The stylist and creative director kicked off the year by styling both Jon Batiste and Leon Thomas for the 2026 Grammy Awards, continuing the momentum of what was already an explosive run in 2025.
Last year, Mozie’s work spanned some of the most high-profile moments in culture, from styling Blue Ivy Carter for Beyoncé’s tour to Diana Ross at the Met Gala. That streak of landmark fashion moments shows no signs of slowing down, and the Grammys marked a confident start to another defining year.
For Leon Thomas, the night carried both fashion and career milestones. Thomas took home two Grammy awards, a moment Mozie described as deeply personal and proud. On the red carpet and for his performance looks, Mozie collaborated with Zac Posen and Gap Studio, translating a shared creative vision into tailored, contemporary statements. The looks were complemented by a custom leather suit by Senegalese designer Jagne, bringing an African soul to the night, alongside a classic black tuxedo by Ferragamo. Finishing touches came courtesy of Audemars Piguet and Loree Rodkin, reinforcing Mozie’s belief that details define the moment.
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Jon Batiste’s looks leaned into fashion as storytelling. Reimagining Michael Jackson‘s 1984 Grammys outfit. Mozie worked with museum-grade couture house Gogo Hsu, a Taiwanese designer he discovered and describes as a true master. Inspired by biblical symbolism, including Aaron’s breastplate of gems and ancient mosaic art, the couture pieces were designed with spiritual intention at their core. Featuring over 100,000 Swarovski crystals, pearls, African gemstones from Mina Stones, and Colombian emeralds.
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Together, these moments underline Mozie’s approach to styling, and if the Grammys are any indication, 2026 is shaping up to be another year where Ugo Mozie doesn’t just style moments, he defines them.