BLACKPINK's Rosé has faced fresh criticism over her red-carpet wardrobe after appearing at the sixth annual Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Saturday, 17 October 2026. Her latest Saint Laurent gown prompted some online commenters to call her looks 'black and boring', renewing complaints about the singer's preference for dark outfits.
The K-pop star, whose hits include 'APT.' with Bruno Mars, attended the Hollywood fundraiser for the first time wearing a sheer black design by Saint Laurent creative director Anthony Vaccarello. An oversized bow framed the bodice, while a transparent skirt revealed a bodysuit underneath. She completed the look with Tiffany & Co. jewellery, including a Bird on a Rock Feathers necklace and yellow diamond earrings.
The criticism centred less on the gown's construction than on how familiar the styling appeared to some viewers. Rosé wore her signature light blonde hair straight, keeping the attention on the dramatic silhouette. Other fans welcomed the more elaborate design, making the response far from unanimous.
Why Are Fans Calling Rosé's Looks 'Black and Boring'?
As photographs circulated on Sunday, 18 October, an X user posted a mock conversation asking what Rosé would wear today and tomorrow. Both answers were the same: 'Black and boring.' The post summed up a recurring complaint that her red-carpet appearances offer too little variation in colour and hair styling.
- “What are you wearing today?”
— 👾 (@geumseonje_) October 18, 2026
Black and boring.
- “What are you going to wear tomorrow?”
Black and boring. https://t.co/wK3Y9dP1Xl pic.twitter.com/i5ypracc70
In a Reddit discussion, one commenter wrote: 'For the love of god, someone please introduce her to color and patterns instead of just black or white.' Another criticised the flat styling of her hair and described the dress as shapeless. Those comments reflected individual reactions rather than an agreed verdict on the outfit.
There was also praise for the look's sheer fabric and theatrical bow. One commenter in a BLACKPINK fan community said it was 'one of the most experimental looks she has ever worn'. The contrast suggests that while some viewers want Rosé to abandon black altogether, others see the new silhouette as a departure from her usual red-carpet choices.
Rosé Has Previously Defended Her Styling Choices
The criticism did not begin with the Academy Museum Gala. At the Met Gala on 4 May 2026, Rosé wore another black Saint Laurent gown with a thigh-high slit, accessorised with a sparkling bird brooch. She also wore black Saint Laurent looks at the 2021 and 2025 Met Galas, although their silhouettes differed considerably.
In a January 2026 appearance on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Rosé described how online commenters had criticised her makeup and stage outfits and harassed her hair and makeup team. She said some had directed abusive comments at the people working with her, whom she described as friends. Discussing demands for a bolder makeup look, she asked: 'Maybe I don't feel comfortable in that. Maybe that's not fully me.'
Watch here: BLACKPINK's Rosé opens up about criticism of her appearance and the pressure to meet fans' expectations during her interview with Alex Cooper.
Rosé also said that after releasing her album rosie, she had become less concerned about whether fans approved of her appearance. Her comments provide context for the current debate but were made months before Saturday's gala. She did not present them as a response to this particular outfit.
Rosé's Next Major Gala Appearance Is Approaching
The singer's relationship with luxury fashion goes beyond one red carpet. Tiffany & Co. named her a global ambassador in 2021, while her repeated collaborations with Vaccarello have made Saint Laurent a familiar part of her public image. That history helps explain why her outfit choices continue to attract scrutiny.
Rosé is scheduled to perform at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art's Art+Film Gala on 7 November 2026. The event will honour artist Vija Celmins and filmmaker Denis Villeneuve, with Leonardo DiCaprio and Eva Chow serving as co-chairs. Her next appearance will offer another glimpse of her red-carpet style, although there is no confirmed indication she plans to change it.
