The MTV Video Music Awards lit up New York this past Sunday with a night full of unforgettable moments and standout style. Hosted by the legendary LL Cool J, the show featured incredible performances fromBusta Rhymes, who received the long-overdue Rock the Bells Visionary Award, and Mariah Carey, who was honored as the recipient of the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.
While we tune in for the music, we’re also here for the fashion. The red carpet became a runway in its own right, and one shade stole the spotlight: red. With the number of celebrities who rocked the hue, red may have just proven to be the new black. Here’s a look at the stars who owned the color at the VMAs.
Ciara
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Rocking the color of her album, red, our girl CiCi combined chic and edgy in a Schiaparelli Spring 2025 look. The outfit was styled by an Emmy-nominated stylist Marnix x Marni, who has been behind some of the most impactful cultural moments, including Beyoncé’s Lemonade album looks, her pregnancy reveal, and the Super Bowl’s iconic black-themed wardrobe.
Olandria
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A new bombshell has entered the VMAs ❤️🔥 Olandria made a grand entrance in a bold red look, instantly turning heads. The Love Island alum graced the red carpet in a flowy corset gown from Cheney Chan, paired with heels from FEMME LA.
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Her look was styled by Mathew Reisman and Reginald Reisman.
Sabrina Carpenter
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Songstress Sabrina Carpenter, known for her hit songs “Expresso” and “Feather,” wore a Valentino lace sequin dress. The gown was accented with a pop of color from a lavender shawl, highlighting the intricate details of the design.
Sabrina was nominated for eight awards that night and took home three: Best Pop Artist, Best Album, and Best Visual Effects.
Sexyy Red
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For Rapper Sexyy Red, rocking bold red looks is nothing new. Known for her signature red looks, Sexyy Red stayed true to her brand at this year’s VMAs, wearing a figure-hugging red spandex dress paired with a matching red wig, making a statement from head to toe.
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