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The 26 best-dressed celebs on the Grammys red carpet in fashion history

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Lady Gaga, Jennifer Lopez and Rihanna at the Grammys
The 2023 Grammys were a major night in terms of both sound and style, with performances from the likes of Harry Styles and Lizzo and icons like Taylor Swift and Cardi B wowing us with their one-of-a-kind looks.

Unlike at other awards shows like the Oscars and Emmys, celebrities tend to go for truly over-the-top outfits for music’s biggest night. Who could forget when Jennifer Lopez broke the internet with her plunging green Versace dress in 2000, or when Rihanna floated down the red carpet in an explosion of hot pink Giambattista Valli tulle?
Ahead, 25 of the best-dressed celebrities in Grammys fashion history.
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Cardi B Grammys 2023
Cardi B, 2023

The “Up” rapper looked otherworldly in this futuristic electric blue Gaurav Gupta Couture gown featuring sculptural swirls that enveloped her shoulders and head.
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Jennifer Lopez Grammys 2000
Jennifer Lopez, 2000

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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Dua Lipa, 2021

The British-Albanian beauty looked “Hotter Than Hell” in this bedazzled pink butterfly gown by Versace.
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Megan Thee Stallion Grammys 2021
Megan Thee Stallion, 2021

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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Ariana Grande, 2020 The pint-sized diva made a "grande" entrance in this dreamy gray Giambattista Valli Haute Couture confection.
Ariana Grande, 2020

The pint-sized diva made a “grande” entrance in this dreamy gray Giambattista Valli Haute Couture confection.
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Lil Nas X Grammys 2020
Lil Nas X, 2000

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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Rihanna, 2015 The bad gal launched a million memes when she hit the carpet in this sweet-as-a-cupcake pink Giambattista Valli Couture number.
Rihanna, 2015

The bad gal launched a million memes when she hit the carpet in this sweet-as-a-cupcake pink Giambattista Valli Haute Couture number.
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Destiny's Child Grammys 2001
Destiny’s Child, 2001

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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Taylor Swift, 2016 All eyes were on Swift when she accepted her second Album of the Year win for "1989" in this vibrant color-blocked Atelier Versace ensemble.
Taylor Swift, 2016

All eyes were on Swift when she accepted her second Album of the Year win for “1989” in this vibrant color-blocked Atelier Versace ensemble.
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Britney Spears Grammys 2000
Britney Spears, 2000

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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Mariah Carey, 1991 Mariah took home her first two Grammys (including Best New Artist) wearing this classic embellished LBD.
Mariah Carey, 1991

Mariah took home her first two Grammys (including Best New Artist) wearing this classic embellished LBD.
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Madonna Grammys 2014
Madonna, 2014

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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Saweetie Grammys 2022
Saweetie, 2022

Valentino’s all-hot-pink-everything couture collection has popped up on dozens of stars, but few wore it as well as the “Best Friend” hitmaker. Her platinum pixie cut looked perfect with this punchy two-piece ensemble.
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Nicki Minaj Grammys 2012
Nicki Minaj, 2012

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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Michael Jackson, 1984 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.
Michael Jackson, 1984

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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Lady Gaga Grammys 2010
Lady Gaga, 2010

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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Doja Cat Grammys 2022
Doja Cat, 2022

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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Katy Perry, 2014 Katy loves nothing more than a crazy costume, but this sophisticated music-themed Valentino Haute Couture gown hit all the right notes.
Katy Perry, 2014

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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Cardi B literally came out of her shell at the 2019 Grammys, channeling Botticelli’s “The Birth of Venus” in archival Mugler Couture accessorized with piles of pearls.
Cardi B, 2019

The “WAP” 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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Mary J. Blige, 1996 The "Family Affair" singer took a walk on the wild side in head-to-toe leopard print.
Mary J. Blige, 1996

The “Family Affair” singer took a walk on the wild side in head-to-toe leopard print.
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Jada Pinkett Smith, 1998 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.
Jada Pinkett Smith, 1998

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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Whitney Houston Grammys 1986
Whitney Houston, 1986

The late, great Whitney took home her first-ever Grammy in this goddess-worthy light blue gown by Travilla Couture.
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Ciara Grammys 2016
Ciara, 2016

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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Gwen Stefani Grammys 2006
Gwen Stefani, 2006

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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Lana Del Rey, 2018 Lana looked downright celestial in this starry Gucci gown and matching crown.
Lana Del Rey, 2018

Lana looked downright celestial in this starry Gucci gown and matching crown.
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Shania Twain Grammys 1999
Shania Twain, 1999

The country superstar’s shimmering white turtleneck gown by Marc Bouwer did impress us much.
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