The best-dressed celebs on the Grammys red carpet in fashion history
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After all, where else can you see Taylor Swift dazzle in a ruby thigh chain, Jennifer Lopez break the internet in plunging jungle-print Versace or Rihanna show off her many tattoos in a couture crop top?
Below, take a look back at some of the best looks to ever grace the step-and-repeat on music’s biggest night.
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The Puerto Rican chart-topper took home Album of the Year for “Debí Tirar Más Fotos” wearing Schiaparelli’s first couture menswear look: a black velvet corseted tuxedo that cinched his waist and laced up the back.
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In her glittering prime, indeed! Swift looked ravishing in red Vivienne Westwood and over 60 carats of Lorraine Schwartz rubies — including a custom thigh chain she co-designed with the jeweler. “T” for Taylor … or for Travis? Either way, it’s a win.
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The petite pop princess left quite an impression in her Cinderella-coded JW Anderson halter gown trimmed with feathers — and secured in place with a show-stopping 50-carat diamond necklace from Chopard.
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She was good, she was gold: Cyrus’ metallic Maison Margiela mini was crafted from 14,000 safety pins and perfectly reflected her love of rock ‘n’ roll fashion (especially paired with that teased-to-the-heavens hair).
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In a subtle nod to her song “Vampire,” Rodrigo’s vintage Versace gown — first worn on the house’s spring 1995 runway by Linda Evangelista — was finished with red beadwork and accented with a matching slick of scarlet lipstick.
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Harlequin Harry! The “As It Was” singer stole the show in this colorful Egonlab x Swarovski crystal mesh jumpsuit that sparkled with every step.
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The “Say So” singer’s minty fresh Atelier Versace gown and creative blown-glass Coperni purse mixed sheer and shine to sublime effect.
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The British-Albanian beauty looked “Hotter Than Hell” in this bedazzled pink butterfly gown from Atelier Versace.
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The Best New Artist winner was also among the night’s best dressed, turning heads in a bold, bow-tied orange frock by Dolce & Gabbana.
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The pint-sized diva made a “grande” entrance in this dreamy gray Giambattista Valli Haute Couture confection.
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The “Old Town Road” sensation turned heads in a hot pink Versace getup that matched his viral hit’s Western vibe.
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The “Up” rapper literally came out of her shell on the carpet, channeling Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus” in archival Mugler Couture accessorized with piles of pearls.
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Lana looked downright celestial in this starry Gucci gown and matching crown.
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Never has a Halloween color palette looked so cool! The Bad Gal showed off her impressive collection of ink in this Armani Privé crop top teamed with a voluminous, floor-sweeping black skirt and Chopard diamonds.
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The “Good for You” songstress looked absolutely gorgeous in this glittering cutout Calvin Klein Collection number.
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The star showed off her goodies in this leggy, low-cut Alexandre Vauthier Couture gown, pulling off the look better than anyone else possibly could.
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Pop’s queen might be the ultimate style chameleon, but as she proved with this menswear-inspired Ralph Lauren moment, sometimes a simple look can make the biggest statement.
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Katy loves nothing more than a crazy costume, but this sophisticated music-themed Valentino Haute Couture gown hit all the right notes.
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The “Super Bass” hitmaker had everyone talking when she hit the carpet in a red satin Versace robe — with a Pope lookalike as her date.
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Gaga’s no stranger to show-stopping red carpet moments, but this intergalactic Armani Privé creation might just be her personal best.
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The No Doubt rocker cradled her baby bump in an ombré animal-print gown from her own L.A.M.B. label.
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Beyoncé Knowles, Kelly Rowland and Michelle Williams gave us total “Survivor” vibes with these coordinating green-and-gold getups — designed by Tina Knowles, naturally — the night they scooped up a whopping six statuettes.
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Arguably one of the sexiest red carpet looks ever, J.Lo’s green plunging jungle-print Versace created such a stir that it spawned Google Image Search.
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Gimme more! Britney’s all-white Old Hollywood moment, courtesy of a Randolph Duke gown and Oscar de la Renta fur stole, was as gorgeous as it gets.
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The country superstar’s shimmering white turtleneck gown by Marc Bouwer did impress us much.
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Then pregnant with her and Will’s eldest son Jaden, Jada bared her baby bump — and looked damn good doing it — in this sheer, sparkly dress.
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The “Family Affair” singer took a walk on the wild side in head-to-toe leopard print.
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Decades later, we’re still dreaming of the iconic white embellished halter gown the Tejano icon wore while accepting her first Grammy.
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Mariah took home her first two Grammys (including Best New Artist) wearing this classic embellished LBD.
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The late, great Whitney took home her first-ever Grammy in this goddess-worthy light blue gown by Travilla Couture.
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When the King of Pop swept the Grammys by taking home eight awards for “Thriller,” he did so wearing this dazzling embellished military jacket and a sparkling version of his signature single glove.
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The beat goes on — and so does this butterfly-bedecked Bob Mackie look, still a popular Halloween costume to this day.



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