NXT Women’s Champion Jacy Jayne made her main roster debut at the 2026 Women’s Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia, entering the match at spot number 24. Having been overlooked for the previous three Royal Rumbles, this opportunity was especially significant for her, but preparing her gear proved to be a challenging process with WWE’s stringent rules.
In an interview on Busted Open Radio with Bully Ray, Jayne described the strict guidelines imposed on her Royal Rumble attire. Her initial outfit design was rejected due to specific corporate standards regarding coverage and style.
So you couldn’t show arms, legs. They wanted full bodysuit, nothing that accentuates anything, that was basically it. But it was weird because you had to put in like a request like, so you had to have your seamstress like draw out a design for corporate to approve it,
Jayne explained.
Although her proposed outfit was a modest red bodysuit, inspired by her usual ring gear and featuring chains to match her persona, WWE denied the design based on color and embellishments.
It was just like a red bodysuit, and it had chains like my regular gear, but made into a bodysuit. And they’re like, ‘No red, no chains, no black straps.’
When asked about the ban on red, Jayne speculated it was due to the Bella twins’ choice to wear red at the event, showing her willingness to defer to their spotlight.
I think it was because the Bella twins were there and they were in red. I’m assuming that’s why I never actually asked why. It’s fine. I’ll let the Bella twins do their thing,
she said.
Other WWE Stars Share Challenges with Saudi Attire Rules
Jacy Jayne’s troubles with outfit regulations are not unique. WWE’s Charlotte Flair also encountered difficulties adapting to the mandated full-body suits required for Saudi Arabia events. On The Nikki & Brie Show, Flair opened up about the physical challenges imposed by the tight costumes.
Y’all, I’m going to be honest, it is not easy wrestling in those one-pieces. On Friday night, I had a different one on, and I had to—the hot tag, I had to climb up to do a crossbody, and I was like, ‘Oh my God, I can’t get my leg up,’ because the pants were so tight! It was hard,
Flair said.
It almost stretched out my whole suit and then it felt baggy. But then I was like, ‘Wait, it’s not going to split open, right?’ It was all weird,
she added.
Brie Bella echoed these feelings, noting the discomfort caused by kneepads combined with the restrictive material, which can increase the risk of wardrobe malfunctions when stretched too far.
The Impact of Strict Dress Codes on WWE Performers
The enforcement of conservative dress rules for large shows like the Royal Rumble in Saudi Arabia places unique constraints on wrestlers, restricting their usual attire to maintain specific corporate and cultural standards. Wrestlers such as Jacy Jayne and Charlotte Flair must balance performance needs with these imposed limitations, which often lead to frustration and added pressure.
These regulations not only affect the wrestlers’ comfort and mobility but also influence their ability to present their established personas fully. As WWE continues to expand globally, performers will likely face ongoing negotiations over attire that satisfy corporate guidelines yet allow them to perform safely and authentically.
Jacy Jayne’s experience highlights the tension between artistic expression and organizational rules, revealing broader challenges within WWE’s international shows that followers and the industry will continue to watch closely.
