After a pared-down Venice Film Festival and a postponed Emmys due to the ongoing SAG strike, I'm delighted to say that we finally have a full-on red carpet moment thanks to today's MTV Video Music Awards. And it's a good one, folks. The VMAs are notorious for supplying some of the most outrageous red carpet looks in fashion history. To wit: I recently revisited the most iconic '90s looks from the VMAs and found a ton of amazing gems courtesy of the Spice Girls, Pamela Anderson, and others.
Now, back to 2023. This year's performers include Shakira, Cardi B, Olivia Rodrigo, and Doja Cat. Presenters include Sabrina Carpenter, Dove Cameron, Emily Ratajkowski, Madelyn Cline, Billy Porter, Rita Ora, and Tiffany Haddish. Scroll down to see the very best red carpet looks from the 2023 VMAs.
WHO: Selena Gomez
WEAR: Oscar de la Renta dress; Jimmy Choo shoes
WHO: Olivia Rodrigo
WEAR: Ludovic de Saint Sernin dress made with Swarovski Crystal Mesh; Roger Vivier shoes
WHO: Taylor Swift
WEAR: Versace dress; Jimmy Choo shoes; Foundrae bracelet; Joseph Saidian and Sons diamond necklaces, bracelets, and rings; İTÄ ring; Alessandra Camilla Milano jewelry; Mindi Mond jewelry; Natasha Schweitzer jewelry; Nicole Role jewelry
WHO: Cardi B
WEAR: Dilara Findikoglu dress; Jimmy Choo shoes
WHO: Doja Cat
WEAR: Monse dress; Nicole Rose jewelry
WHO: Dove Cameron
WEAR: Simon G earrings and rings
WHO: Karol G
WEAR: Ashi Studio dress and coat; Jacob & Co jewelry
WHO: Saweetie
WEAR: Area F/W 23 dress
WHO: Anitta
WEAR: Schiaparelli Haute Couture F/W 23 dress
WHO: Tiffany Haddish
WEAR: Jason Wu dress; Giuseppe Zanotti shoes
WHO: Megan Thee Stallion
WEAR: Brandon Blackwood dress; Jacob & Co jewelry
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