Taylor Swift lead the best dressed stars on the red carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards on Tuesday night as an A-list crowd descended on the Prudential Center in Newark for one of the biggest nights in music.
The 33-year-old flashed her toned legs in a form-fitting black Versace gown, complete with buttons across her torso as she posed up a storm on the red carpet.
Her best friend and fellow artist Selena Gomez, 31, set pulses racing in her crimson red low-cut floral Oscar de la Renta gown featuring flashes of her flesh in the intricate cut-out design.
Megan Thee Stallion, 28, looked incredible in a black see-through corset Brandon Blackwood dress that revealed her black thong underwear, adding a statement diamond choker, bracelet and ring.
Taylor chose an asymmetrical Versace number that had gold buttons across her torso; the frock featured a high-thigh slit that revealed her toned legs – giving off Reputation era vibes.
The Grammy award winning artist’s gown had a high-low neckline; she paired it with layers of gold and diamond necklaces and strappy black heels.
The multi-talented artist wore her blonde locks pulled back with a fringe; she sported cat eye makeup and pink glossy lips.
Selena looked absolutely breathtaking in her red cut-out Oscar de la Renta frock, which highlighted her stunning figure.
The singer and actress’ floral applique gown had branch-like accents for the skirt, revealing her toned legs beneath.
She wore her brunette locks sleek and center parted; she rocked large diamond floral earrings, bracelet and rings to add sparkle to her glam look.
Megan Thee Stallion looked beautiful in her busty see-through black Brandon Blackwood gown, revealing her flat midriff and and her black thong undergarments. The artist added a diamond choker, bracelet, earrings and rings.
Taylor’s Version: Taylor chose an asymmetrical number that had gold buttons across her torso; the frock featured a high-thigh slit that revealed her toned legs
Flawless: The multi-talented artist wore her blonde locks pulled back with a fringe; she sported cat eye makeup and pink glossy lips
A vision! Selena looked absolutely breathtaking in her red cut-out frock, which highlighted her stunning figure
A beauty! The singer and actress’ gown had branch-like accents for the skirt, revealing her toned legs beneath
Glowing! She wore her brunette locks sleek and center parted; she rocked large diamond floral earrings, bracelet and rings to add sparkle to her glam look
Glamorous! Joining her on the sheer fashion style was rapper Megan Thee Stallion, who looked incredible in a black see-through corset dress that also revealed her undergarments
Doja Cat arrived in a barely-there white netted Apocene dress that revealed her braless cleavage and her nude underwear.
The 27-year-old singer showcased her toned form in the spider-web style frock that left little to the imagination, adding Nicole Rose Jewelry.
She added Nicole Rose Jewelry, including the Diamond Snake Wrap bracelet and 18K two row diamond dangle earrings.
Cheeky! Doja wore a nude thong underwear beneath, revealing her pert derrière
Eye-catching: The singer’s gown showed off her flat midriff as well as her bra-free cleavage
Shakira arrived on the red carpet with her sons: Milan, nine, and Sasha, seven, whom she shared with her ex-partner Gerard Pique.
Shakira, who performed and also accepted the Vanguard Award, stunned in a gold gown by Versace.
The singer’s gown featured cut-out panels on each hip with an open back, revealing her incredibly toned physique.
The spaghetti-strap number had a draped neckline and a floor-grazing skirt, adding Piferi heels.
She paired the frock with her long hair loose and in curls around her, keeping her makeup to a minimum – showcasing her stunning natural beauty.
Her sons matching in coordinating gold and black outfits as they posed with their superstar mother.
Mom life: Shakira arrived to the MTV Video Music Awards with her two sons: Milan, nine, and Sasha, seven
Absolutely breathtaking: Shakira wowed in a gold backless Versace gown, with her long locks cascading down
Perfection: The singer flaunted her svelte frame in the incredible look
Cardi B wore a unique gown that perfectly accentuated her curves; the rapper donned a Dilara Findikoglu gown made out of hundreds of hair clips placed in swirled patterns.
The brunette beauty added coordinating cuffs for a striking look.
Cardi wore her brunette locks center parted and sleek; she sported purple nails and mauve lipstick.
The star shared a sweet kiss with husband, rapper Offset.
Olivia Rodrigo, 20, looked beautiful in a silver Ludovic de Saint Sernin gown with a low-cut neckline and plunging back; it is adorned with 150K Swarovski crystals.
Olivia, who released her second studio album Guts on September 8, paired the floor-length number with silver platform heels, a number of diamond rings and black nail polish.
Striking! Cardi B chose a strapless shimmery gray dimensional gown, adding matching cuffs
All in the details: Cardi’s dress and cuffs are made out of hair clips
Closer look: The dress was made up of a countless number of hair clips in different directions
Lovebirds: Cardi shared a sweet kiss with her husband, rapper Offset
Dazzling! Olivia Rodrigo looked beautiful in a silver gown with a low-cut neckline and plunging back
Shimmer: Olivia, who released her second studio album Guts on September 8, paired the floor-length number with silver platform heels, a number of diamond rings and black nail polish
Nicki Minaj wore a Dolce & Gabbana number – which featured a pink corset and bodysuit, with a sheer lace maxi skirt.
The rapper wore a coordinating pink lace veil pulled over her face; Nicki added diamond bracelets, earrings and ring.
She added pink shimmery eyeshadow with pink lipstick on her pout; her nails were pink with silver accents.
Saweetie, 30, chose an AREA Fall Winter 2023 collection pink gown featuring cut-out details; the most interesting element – a bone accent along the neckline and along the waist.
Bridal vibes: Nicki Minaj wore a pink lace Dolce & Gabbana gown with a veil, adding coordinating eye shadow while Saweetie donned a blush colored cut-out frock with bone-like accents
Risque! Tinashe showcased her figure in a sheer mesh maxi dress, wearing only tape on her breasts and groin area
Wow: The star showcased her backside – with no undergarments; she added tape to her chest and pubic area
An eyeful! Tinashe showcased her bare bottom in the mesh frock
Gorgeous! Tiffany Haddish flashed her backside in a black sheer gown; the frock had a cheeky black bodysuit with a sheer lacey overlay
Latin superstar Shakira is set to receive the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award, with hip-hop icon Diddy receiving the Global Icon Award.
The show was hosted by rap royalty Nicki Minaj, marking her second consecutive year in the role. It is the first time the ceremony has been held on a Tuesday.
It aired live in more than 150 countries; the global fan-filled spectacle honored the best music videos of the past year with unforgettable performances, epic tributes and show-stopping appearances from music’s biggest stars.
This year, the entire list of Artist of the Year contenders is comprised solely of female artists for the first time ever with megastar Taylor Swift leading the pack with the most nominations.
Taylor already holds the record for most wins ever with three for Bad Blood (2015), You Need To Calm Down (2019), and All Too Well: The Short Film (2022) so she would extend the record to four.
A staggering 35 artists are nominated for the first time this year, with Kim Petras making the shortlist for five prizes.
The nods all come from her Sam Smith collaboration Unholy, in the Video of the Year, Song of the Year, Best Direction, Best Visual Effects and Best Choreography categories.
In addition, newcomers Metro Boomin and Rema are up for three awards each, while Ayra Starr, GloRilla, Ice Spice, Peso Pluma, Renee Rapp and Yung Miami are all in the running for two accolades.
As well as Kim, established stars Doja Cat, Miley Cyrus, Nicki Minaj, Olivia Rodrigo and Sam Smith are all up for five prizes, while BLACKPINK, Shakira and Diddy have the chance to take up to four trophies home with them.
Figure hugging: Anitta and Karol G showcased their incredible figures in sheer dresses
Strike a pose: Ashanti opted for a sheer beige and aquamarine cut-out dress, adding a bag featuring an image of her and her boyfriend Nelly, confirming their rekindled romance
Sheer delight! Emily Ratajkowski wore a sheer green top with a coordinating asymmetrical skirt
Raven haired: Dove Cameron wowed in shimmery black gown that featured a low-neckline and plunging back
Cut-out: Bebe Rexha wore a leatherr dress that featured cut-out details on her backside
Stylish: Colton Haynes rocked an all white look – include a turtleneck, trousers and long coat