The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) have long held a reputation as the stage where celebrities push the boundaries of style, shed their inhibitions and embrace a spirit of fun and creativity. Unlike the Oscars or Cannes, where tradition and formality reign, the VMAs encourage stars to let loose and flaunt their unique fashion sensibilities, resulting in some of the most unforgettable red-carpet moments in entertainment history.
Over the years, the VMAs have birthed iconic fashion statements, such as Madonna’s “Boy Toy” belt-adorned lace bustier dress. These fashion-forward moments epitomize the VMAs’ ethos of pushing boundaries and making bold style statements. In 2023, the VMAs maintained this tradition with stars like Saweetie donning eye-catching outfits, solidifying the event’s reputation as a playground for uninhibited fashion expression. With a nod to contemporary trends and online culture, this year’s red-carpet looks blended personal style with a modern twist, exemplified by custom runway ensembles from fashion luminaries like Anitta and Cardi B. The VMAs continue to evolve with the times, capturing the fusion of music, pop culture, and social media trends, ensuring that the event remains a bastion of boundary-pushing fashion and a celebration of individuality.
Nicki Minaj
In Dolce & Gabbana
Doja Cat
In Monse
Cardi B
In Dilara Findikoglu.
Megan Thee Stallion
In Brandon Blackwood
Saweetie
In Area
Ayra Starr
Selena Gomez
In Oscar de la Renta
Coco Jones
In Moshino
Ice Spice
Rema
Sabrina Carpenter
Kaliii
Tiffany Haddish
In Jason Wu
Chlöe
In Roberto Cavalli
Reneé Rapp
PinkPantheress
Shakira
In Versace
Offset
Flo Milli
Don Toliver
Nessa Diab
Demi Lovato
In Buerlangma
Lil Nas X
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Shenseea
In Dolce & Gabbana
Ashanti
In Monica Ivena
JT
In Mirror Palais
Billy Porter
Tinashe
Dove Cameron
Anitta
In Schiaparelli
Doechii
In Dsquared2
GloRilla
In David Koma
Cyn Santana
Karol G
In Ashi Studio Haute Couture
Sofia Carson
In Alexandre Vauthier Couture
Yung Miami
Rita Ora
In Rodarte
Bebe Rexha
In The Uncommonist and Piferi shoes