VMAs 2021 Red Carpet: Fashion, Outfits & Looks
The MTV VMAs 2021 took place on September 12 and to say that the outfits were memorable would be an understatement. Between Olivia Rodrigo's gown that actually matched the red carpet, Lil Nas X's flowing cape (!!!), and Chloe x Halle's eye-catching dresses, we can't stop thinking about some of those 'fits that graced our television and computer screens. It's safe to say that the stars went all-out — and then some, delivering some of the sparkliest red carpet glam of the year. Ahead, check out some of the most iconic and bold looks of the evening, all of which deserved Moon Person awards of their own.
Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images1/31Olivia Rodrigo
Olivia stunned in a floor-length Atelier Versace gown that took “red carpet look" to a whole new level.
ANGELA WEISS/Getty Images2/31Avril Lavigne
Avril was giving major Clueless vibes with an Area suit and Christalea top, which she paired with Stuart Weitzman shoes and a Jimmy Choo bag.
Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images3/31Bella Poarch
The TikTok star brought her A-game with a black lace gown that featured a train so long, it barely fit in the camera frame.
Rob Kim/Getty Images4/31Chloe x Halle
The sisterly musical duo stunned in a coordinating white and silver ensemble, with Halle in a Mônot gown and Chloe donning Marni.
Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images5/31Lil Nas X
A gown! A suit! A CAPE! Lil Nas X did not mess around with this Atelier Versace 'fit, and we are here for it.
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images6/31Camila Cabello
Pink and red never looked better, and Camila looked like a glamorous present with that gigantic bow on her Alexis Mabille Couture gown.
Jeff Kravitz/Getty Images7/31Simone Biles
The gold medalist looked gorgeous in a delicate one-shouldered gown, accentuated with her long hair and dangling earrings.
Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images8/31Kacey Musgraves
Kacey said purple is the color of the night, dressed in Valentino Haute Couture. And that hat deserves an award of its own.
Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images9/31Billie Eilish
According to Billie, spooky szn has officially begun, and we are all about it. Consider this my fall uniform! (In case you were wondering her stompers are 100% vegan from Rombaut).
Rob Kim/Getty Images10/31Shawn Mendes
Shawn hit the red carpet all in white, dressed in a soft suit with a Judy Turner Liza Tank in ribbed knit silk underneath.
Kevin Mazur/Getty Images11/31Normani
Normani's Patrycja Pagas 'fit was full of cutouts and angles, complete with the pointiest shoes we ever did see. A total red carpet win!
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images12/31Troye Sivan
Troye Sivan took an all-black outfit to new heights (literally) with a crop top and tall socks.
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images13/31Dove Cameron
Dove paired a long skirt with a tiny tube top for a gorgeous look made complete with beach waves and strappy sandals.
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images14/31Madison Beer
Eagle-eyed fans noticed that Madison Beer stepped out on the VMAs red carpet wearing a Dolce & Gabbana dress that Beyoncé donned in 2003. Perhaps a nod to the queen?
Rob Kim/Getty Images15/31Saweetie
Saweetie's icy blonde hair and shimmering Valentino dress were the perfect combination on the red carpet tonight.
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for MTV/ ViacomCBS16/31Jack Harlow
Lil Nas X's “Industry Baby" collaborator donned a very in-fashion green leather suit. He paired the vintage Tommy Hilfiger two-piece with some Bottega Veneta boots.
Kevin Mazur/MTV VMAs 2021/Getty Images for MTV/ ViacomCBS17/31Paris Hilton
Paris Hilton opted for this dress from The Blonds and matching Aquazzura pumps.
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for MTV/ ViacomCBS18/31Flo Milli
Flo Milli was quite literally shining in her crystal two-piece.
Kevin Mazur/MTV VMAs 2021/Getty Images for MTV/ ViacomCBS19/31Doja Cat
Host Doja Cat made quite the entrance in this Vivienne Westwood ensemble – and kept the looks coming for the rest of the night.
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for MTV/ ViacomCBS20/31Shay Mitchell
Shay Mitchell kept it simple and chic in this dress.
Noam Galai/Getty Images for MTV/ViacomCBS21/31Charli XCX
Charli XCX brought the grunge in this custom Shawna Wu piece.
Kevin Mazur/MTV VMAs 2021/Getty Images for MTV/ ViacomCBS22/31Dixie and Charli D'Amelio
The sisters walked the red carpet together in all-black and all-pink 'fits, respectively.
Noam Galai/Getty Images for MTV/ViacomCBS23/31Travis Scott
The VMAs marked Travis Scott's first public appearance after Kylie Jenner's second pregnancy announcement. The Astroworld rapper opted for a casual yet elegant take on an all-black 'fit.
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for MTV/ ViacomCBS24/31Kim Petras
Kim Petras also made sure her entrance didn't go unnoticed with this Richard Quinn dress and Vex Latex hood.
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for MTV/ ViacomCBS25/31Bretman Rock
Bretman Rock paid homage to Aaliyah with this iconic dress.
Noam Galai/Getty Images for MTV/ViacomCBS26/31Winnie Harlow
After a busy week at NYFW, Winnie Harlow looked stunning wearing LaQuan Smith.
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for MTV/ ViacomCBS27/31Denzel Dion and Rickey Thompson
BFFs Denzel Dion and Rickey Thompson showed up in coordinating maroon outfits from NOID, complete with a peek-a-boo G-string moment.
Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images for MTV/ ViacomCBS28/31Adut Akech
Supermodel Adut Akech took silver to the next level with her outfit.
Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic via Getty29/31Debby Ryan and Josh Dun
Debby Ryan and Josh Dun kept it coordinated and casual – with a pair of the ever-so-popular knee-high combat boots stealing the show.
Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic via Getty30/31Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian
Travis Barker and Kourtney Kardashian opted for a shirtless black suit and a leather LBD.
Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic via Getty31/31Megan Fox
Megan Fox took everyone's breath away in this stunning Mugler piece.
