What Jaden Smith Has to Say About His Viral Grammys House Hat

Three days after Jaden Smith graced the 2025 Grammys red carpet with a Transylvanian castle-inspired headpiece to complement his custom Louis Vuitton suit, he commented on his eye-catching look.

By Desiree Anello Feb 06, 2025 4:21 PMTags
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Jaden Smith’s red carpet fashion is a work of art.

Three days after the son of Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith turned heads on the 2025 Grammys red carpet with what seemed to be a giant house atop his head, the 26-year-old commented on his bold look.

“The Avant-garde Cannot,” Jaden wrote in a Feb. 5 Instagram post alongside several photos of himself donning the abstract accessory, “And Will Not Die As Long As I’m Alive.”

For the Feb, 2 event, which took place at Los Angeles’ Crypto.com Arena, the “Icon” rapper paired the custom-made vampire house headpiece—made by ABODI Transylvania in collaboration with artist Szilveszter Makó—with a custom black Louis Vuitton suit and white button down. And by his side, his sister Willow Smith stunned in her own raven-colored sequined bustier and matching pants.

As for the story behind Jaden’s unique accessory? The brand has shed some light on its source of inspiration.

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“The whole process of creating the headpiece was a fantastic experience, from sketching to testing and realisation,” the company wrote on Instagram that night. “The artistic headpiece combines the mysterious elegance of ABODI Transylvania with a bold, modern design inspired by Transylvanian history and the vampire legends of the Bathori.”

And the company’s founder Dora Abodi, who often channels Transylvania’s legends and folklore to honor her family’s history with the country, shared her own perspective on what the look represents.

“The fields of fashion and music are intended for enjoyment and the pursuit of creativity, allowing individuals to express themselves freely and experience life and art to the fullest,” Dora explained in a statement. “The now famous ABODI Transylvania Vampire Castle serves as a symbol of audacity, fortitude, and an embrace of folklore and legends.”

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Even Jada shared just how obsessed she was with her son’s confident expression of the avant-garde on the red carpet. Posting a photo of her two kids in their color-coordinated ensembles on her Instagram, the Red Table Talk alum added the simple caption, “!Period!”

After all, Jaden previously gave insight into his struggles embracing authenticity while growing up in the spotlight.

"I went through a lot of my life trying to be normal," he told Complex in October. "It was a really big deal for me for a long time that people thought that I was normal. And that bothered me after a while. I started to feel like people didn't really understand me or see me.”

“So,” he added, “I actively try to be myself."

To see more of the extravagant looks from the 2025 Grammys, keep scrolling…

Taylor Swift

In custom Vivienne Westwood, Lorraine Schwartz jewelry and Casadei heels. 

Beyoncé

In custom Schiaparelli. 

Jennifer Lopez

In Stephane Rolland. 

Lady Gaga

In custom Samuel Lewis and Tiffany & Co. jewelry.

Chappel Roan

In Jean Paul Gaultier and Anabela Chan and Djula earrings.

Cynthia Erivo

In custom Louis Vuitton and FoundRae earrings. 

Shakira

In Etro and Pomellato jewelry. 

Miley Cyrus

In Saint Laurent and Tiffany & Co. jewelry. 

GloRilla

In Lena Berisha. 

Victoria Monét

In Oude Waag. 

Janelle Monáe

In Area and Tag Heuer watch. 

Alicia Keys

In Dolce & Gabbana Alta Moda. 

Cardi B

In Roberto Cavalli and Le Vian earrings. 

Mandy Moore & Taylor Goldsmith

In Stella McCartney. 

Latto

In YESSAYAN necklace. 

Charli XCX

In Jean Paul Gaultier. 

Olivia Rodrigo

In vintage Versace, Stuart Weitzman shoes and Tiffany & Co. jewelry. 

Shaboozey

In custom Diesel and Jacob & Co. watch. 

Paris Hilton

In Chrome Hearts and Gianvito Rossi heels.

Julia Fox

Lainey Wilson

In Sergio Hudson and Charlie1Horse hat. 

Will Smith

In Balmain. 

Trevor Noah

In Giorgio Armani and Tiffany & Co. jewelry. 

Valentina Ferrer & J Balvin 

In Dior. 

Coco Jones

In custom Defaïence. 

Omarion

Busta Rhymes

Quenlin Blackwell

Ty Dolla $ign

Kenzie Yolles

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