Charli XCX makes a striking debut on the cover of British Vogue's May 2026 issue. The singer is featured in a bold photoshoot wearing an Ann Demeulemeester tuxedo shirt paired with lace knickers, creating a look that mixes sharp tailoring with intimate vulnerability.
The styling subverts traditional formalwear. The structured designer jacket is contrasted by the shirt worn unbuttoned and haphazardly draped. The choice of lace lingerie instead of trousers adds a rebellious, personal touch to the ensemble, described as timelessly gothic.
The photoshoot captures a raw, undone aesthetic, with unkempt curls and high-contrast lighting reminiscent of a 1970s rock club backstage. This cover story arrives during a busy period for Charli XCX, following the release of her companion album to "Wuthering Heights" and her mockumentary film, "The Moment."
In another image from the Vogue shoot, she wears a black leather Saint Laurent dress from the Spring/Summer 2026 collection, accessorized with a white poplin shirt and leather pumps.