This year the Video Music Awards red carpet was full of heavy metal. Stars stunned in silvery ensembles at the brand new Forum in Inglewood, Calif. for MTV’s biggest night. There were strappy sequined dresses, glittering floor-length gowns, and even metallic sneakers. Of course, some celebs shined brighter than others. See all of the showstopping looks from the VMA red carpet here.
Before delivering a ***flawless VMA performance, accepting the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award and snuggling with Jay Z and Blue Ivy on stage, Beyoncé arrived wearing a slinky lace gown with sequin detailing.
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When Jesus say yes, Michelle Williams smolders on the red carpet. She stayed classy in a flowing halter number in a black and white giraffe print, before cheering on her Destiny’s Child sis during the show’s finale.
Everyone’s favorite carefree Black girl, Solange, kept it simple in a menswear-inspired look. She paired a shimmering black suit and ankle-strap heels with thick, wavy tresses.
His name was hot on everyone’s lips this year, but Sam Smith kept it cool in his signature look. The “Stay With Me” singer wore a sleek dark suit and clean brown monk-strap shoes.
Before the wardrobe malfunction during her opening performance, Nicki Minaj was sinfully sexy on the red carpet. The “Anaconda” rapper opted for a skin-tight snakeskin minidress, nude heels, and black curls.
New bride and mommy-to-be Kelly Rowland was blushing over her baby bump on the red carpet. She looked goddess-like in a pale sequined halter gown, silver accessories, and a highlighted crown braid.
Brit bombshell Rita Ora was a devil in a red dress before her “Black Widow” performance. She flaunted every curve in a strappy, floor-sweeping dress, sleek blonde hair, and simple diamond jewelry.
Cute couple Jordin Sparks and Jason Derulo were all smiles in matching white ensembles. Jordin showed off some leg in a slitted midi dress and ankle-strap heels, and Jason showed off his boo.
Amber Rose took a page from Rose McGowan‘s 1998 VMA playbook while walking the carpet with hubby Wiz Khalifa. She stole the show in silvery shoes, matching chains, and well, not much else.
Always a sight to behold, Jennifer Lopez proved she can still rock a a red carpet. She sparkled in a sequined silver gown with cutout detailing, a thigh-high slit, and matching shiny slippers.
Kim Kardashian‘s red carpet look was met with mixed reviews. Some praised Mrs. West’s beaded Balmain number for its dangerously low neckline and eye-catching pattern, while others weren’t impressed.
Victoria’s Secret model Jourdan Dunn was sleek and slim in a black two-piece set. She paired the bandeau top and high-waist skirt with a honey-brown bob and silvery accessories.
“Orange Is The New Black” breakout star Laverne Cox traded in her jumpsuit for a daring sequined minidress on the red carpet, before teaming up with cast mates Taylor Schilling and Uzo Aduba on stage.
Model Chanel Iman chose all black for the red carpet, like her “Yoncé” video costars Jourdan and Bey. She wore a leathery, figure-hugging midi dress with strappy sandals, door-knocker earrings and a black bob.
Iggy Azalea and Nick Young sported coordinated couple looks for this year’s VMA red carpet. His was a smooth black suit with tuxedo stripes and silver oxford shoes. Hers was a metallic strapless gown and slicked-back blonde locks.
Katy Perry made quite the entrance on this year’s red carpet. She and rapper Riff Raff recreated Britney Spears‘ and Justin Timberlake‘s classic (and hilarious) all-denim-everything outfits from 2001.