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2WD 2021 MTV VMAs: Best of the red carpet

2021 MTV VMAs: Best of the red carpet

All the looks that turned heads and tons of powerful purple moments
Kacey Musgraves, Lil Nas X, Doja Cat
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By Marni Zipper, Audacy

Whether you’re dying to see what kind of Pop Princess looks Olivia Rodrigo rocks on the red carpet or you're itching to see Justin Bieber in his Sunday best, the stars have arrived on the 2021 MTV VMAs red carpet.

With Doja Cat taking the reigns for this year’s award show we know the evening will be jammed packed with fiery moments and your favorite artists decked out in their VMAs finery.

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Check out this year’s full list of nominees here and take a look at our favorite red carpet fits below.

Lil Nas X
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Lil Nas X

Did someone say Lavender Rain?! Channeling his inner Prince, the Popstar is stunning as ever as he gears up for one hell of a night. Lil Nas X is set to perform at this year’s VMA’s just ahead of the release of his debut album, MONTERO.

Tinashe
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Tinashe

Tinashe stuns in all leather as she literally commands the 2021 VMA red carpet.

Jack Harlow
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Jack Harlow

Dapper and clean, Jack Harlow dons a leather suit… leaving us feeling green with envy.

Kacey Musgraves
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Kacey Musgraves

The Red Hat Society ladies called, and said: “Spacey Kacey we love your look!”

Shawn Mendes
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Shawn Mendes

Crisp as usual, Shawn stuns in a cream-colored suit. We are swooning, but we’re not surprised.

Doja Cat
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Doja Cat

Just one of the many looks that the hostess of the evening is rocking perfectly. From her smoldering purple eyeshadow to her red latex thigh-highs, Doja Cat never ceases to amaze us. We can’t wait to see what other looks she brings down from Planet Her.

The Kid LAROI
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The Kid LAROI

Blinged out and ready to rock, The Kid LAROI is all smiles as he is nominated for this year’s PUSH Performance of the Year award.

Camila Cabello
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Camila Cabello

Staying on the princess theme, Camila Cabello looks elegant and feminine in pink and red silks. Her bustier and bow look is timeless!

Symone and Kandy Muse
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Kandy Muse & Symone

Leave it to Kandy Muse and Symone to bring the best Drag Race finery to the VMAs red carpet. The duo looks bold, chic, and sweet.

Kim Petras, Paris Hilton
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Kim Petras, Paris Hilton

Rolling up in a pink Mini Cooper and rocking a PVC balaclava, Kim Petras brought along her blingy BFF Paris Hilton to rule the red carpet.

 Avril Lavigne
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Avril Lavigne

Bringing us her iconic Pop punk attire, Avril Lavigne stuns in a HOT pink plaid suit..encrusted with a giant rhinestone heart.

Olivia Rodrigo
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Olivia Rodrigo

Somehow Olivia Rodrigo always knows how to turn simple and sweet into bold and beautiful. The teen Pop Queen shines in her orange silk and magenta tulle gown.

LIL HUDDY
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LIL HUDDY

We’ve never seen leather pants look better. LIL HUDDY makes punk look effortless.

Saweetie
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Saweetie

In true goddess form, Saweetie rolled up in a sleek silver dress, giving us all the leg.

MGK, Megan Fox
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Machine Gun Kelly & Megan Fox

According to MGK, Megan styled his glittery red suit tonight. Fox herself, is giving us an ultra 90s look in a barely-there shimmery slip dress. Set to perform tonight, The Blonde Don exudes power.

Normani
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Normani

Geometric and structured Normani never ceases to turn heads. In her all-white look, the “Wild Side” singer is demure and sophisticated.

Ed Sheeran
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Ed Sheeran

Okay, go off Versace! Ed Sheeran is perfectly put together on the VMAs red carpet before performing his latest single, “Shivers.”

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