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VMAs 2019: Best looks from the red carpet

Published 5:30 AM EDT, Tue August 27, 2019
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Best New Artist nominee Lizzo wowed in a figure-celebrating custom gown by Moschino, which she accessorized with a red feather boa.
Best New Artist nominee Lizzo wowed in a figure-celebrating custom gown by Moschino, which she accessorized with a red feather boa.
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Lil Nas X channeled his inner matador in a cropped sequined suit jacket and cowboy boots.
Lil Nas X channeled his inner matador in a cropped sequined suit jacket and cowboy boots.
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Taylor Swift arrived in an eye-popping custom Versace blaze, which she paired with thigh-high Christian Louboutin boots. She went on to take two VMAs, including Video of the Year.
Taylor Swift arrived in an eye-popping custom Versace blaze, which she paired with thigh-high Christian Louboutin boots. She went on to take two VMAs, including Video of the Year.
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'Queer Eye' Star Jonathan Van Ness in a black romper and cape.
'Queer Eye' Star Jonathan Van Ness in a black romper and cape.
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Shawn Mendes looked casually suave in a dark teal suit by Dolce & Gabbana.
Shawn Mendes looked casually suave in a dark teal suit by Dolce & Gabbana.
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Marc Jacobs, who took home the inaugural VMA Fashion Trailblazer award, paired an olive green, extra-wide-leg suit from his own brand with Prada sequined slippers.
Marc Jacobs, who took home the inaugural VMA Fashion Trailblazer award, paired an olive green, extra-wide-leg suit from his own brand with Prada sequined slippers.
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Gigi Hadid on the red carpet in Tom Ford.
Gigi Hadid on the red carpet in Tom Ford.
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Big Sean turned up in a velour sweat suit and plenty of chains.
Big Sean turned up in a velour sweat suit and plenty of chains.
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Spanish singer and producer Rosalía, one of the evening's performers, arrived in custom-made Burberry (black satin fringe corset top)
Spanish singer and producer Rosalía, one of the evening's performers, arrived in custom-made Burberry (black satin fringe corset top)
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The Jonas Brothers turnerd out in style, sporting complementary suits by Fendi.
The Jonas Brothers turnerd out in style, sporting complementary suits by Fendi.
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Missy Elliott, who went on to perform and take home the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.
Missy Elliott, who went on to perform and take home the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.
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Lenny Kravitz rocked a revealing double denim ensemble with accessories by "Project Runway" alumna Natalia Fedner.
Lenny Kravitz rocked a revealing double denim ensemble with accessories by "Project Runway" alumna Natalia Fedner.
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After a change of outfit, Lizzo took to the stage in a prom-style dress by Marc Jacobs.
After a change of outfit, Lizzo took to the stage in a prom-style dress by Marc Jacobs.
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