Chappell Roan has given fans another reason to look twice at her latest fashion moment, with her striking striped latex outfit drawing comparisons to Lola, the glamorous lionfish from the animated film Shark Tale. The singer arrived at MISTR's National PrEP Day celebration in West Hollywood on 10 October in a burgundy and mustard-yellow ensemble, while Reddit users pointed out an unexpected resemblance to the fictional character.
The look featured sleek red hair, matching gloves and thigh-high latex stockings, creating a head-turning combination that felt right at home in Roan's theatrical fashion world. One Reddit commenter called her 'the hottest lionfish in reef city', while another said they could see the Lola resemblance after encountering the comparison in a separate thread.
Inside Her Striped Latex Look
The singer wore a strapless minidress created through the Vex Latex and Christian Cowan collaboration, featuring bold horizontal stripes in burgundy and mustard yellow. The glossy material and close-fitting silhouette gave the outfit a distinctly theatrical finish, while the contrasting colours made the ensemble stand out.
Roan completed the look with matching shoulder-length gloves in the same striped pattern, extending the design from her dress to her arms. The coordinated styling helped turn individual pieces into one complete statement outfit, making the comparison to an animated character easier for some viewers to understand.
The Lola Comparison
Roan's outfit quickly caught the attention of fashion fans discussing her appearance on Reddit, where the resemblance to Lola became a particularly memorable talking point. Rather than focusing solely on the designer pieces, commenters connected the singer's colourful look to the glamorous fish from the 2004 animated comedy Shark Tale.
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One user joked about Roan looking like the hottest lionfish in Reef City, a playful reference to the film's underwater setting. Another commenter said they had seen a similar comparison elsewhere and liked the outfit even more after making the connection themselves.
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Sleek Hair and Bold Makeup
Roan's beauty look added another layer to the ensemble, with her familiar mass of curly red hair straightened for the occasion. The change in texture gave her hairstyle a sleeker finish, contrasting with the shiny latex and vivid stripes of her outfit.
A touch of light-blue eyeshadow provided an additional flash of colour against her red hair and burgundy clothing. Styled by Hunter Clemens, the overall look embraced Roan's established taste for dramatic fashion rather than a pared-back approach to celebrity dressing.
The Unexpected Footwear Choice
The outfit did not stop at the minidress and gloves, as Roan paired burgundy latex thigh-high stockings with shiny black pumps featuring spiked heels. The combination added another striking detail, balancing the colourful outfit with a darker, glossy finish at her feet.
Socks worn with pumps have also appeared in street-style looks at Copenhagen Fashion Week in August and London Fashion Week in September 2026. Roan's version took the idea in a more theatrical direction, using latex stockings instead of a conventional pair of socks.
Inside the Hollywood Celebration
Roan attended MISTR's second annual National PrEP Day celebration at The Abbey Food and Bar in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, on 10 October 2026. The event was organised around raising awareness for PrEP, short for pre-exposure prophylaxis, medication that helps prevent HIV infection.
The singer also performed a DJ set at the venue, which is associated with the inspiration behind her hit song 'Pink Pony Club'. Other reported attendees included Emily Ratajkowski, Charli XCX, Christina Aguilera and Demi Lovato, bringing together entertainment, fashion and HIV prevention awareness.
Fashion With a Pop Culture Twist
The Lola comparison gave Roan's appearance an extra layer of online attention, showing how a recognisable pop culture reference can change the way people interpret an elaborate outfit. Her burgundy and mustard-yellow stripes, matching gloves and sleek red hair offered plenty of visual details for fans to connect with the animated character.
Still, the comparisons came from Reddit commenters, and there is no indication that Roan or her stylist intended to recreate Lola. Whether viewers see a high-fashion statement or a glamorous cartoon lionfish, the look delivered the sort of bold, playful styling that has become a familiar part of Roan's public image.
