37 Best VMAs Red Carpet Beauty Looks Through the Years

No matter who is nominated, who wins, or who even shows up to the show, one thing is certain: The MTV Video Music Awards (or VMAs) are always full of drama. And we're not just talking about the dramatic videos that win awards. There was, of course, the Kanye vs. Taylor Swift incident, Justin Bieber's tearful performance, and the brief return of *NSYNC in 2013.
But even all that happens on stage is no match for the statement-making beauty looks that hit the red carpet right before. From Nicki Minaj's over-the-top pink up-do to Rihanna's simply chic red lip, the VMAs have been the background for many an iconic look. Here, we revisit the very best of all time.
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Subtle Solange
This might look like the standard, stunning Solange you know so well, but take a closer look and you’ll see the singer’s amazingly subtle orange eyelashes. This wasn’t just one of the coolest moments of the 2014 VMAs, it was one of the awards’ best beauty moments ever!
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Flawless Fab Five
Gabby Douglas sadly couldn't make it back in 2016, but Madison Kocian, Aly Raisman, Laurie Hernandez and Simone Biles represented their team beautifully. They were all smiles with glowing skin and the most fabulous curly and wavy hairstyles. After all, they are known as the Fab Five.
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Kylie's Blonde Bun
Kylie Jenner is always changing up her look for the red carpet, and the 2018 VMAs had her rocking a classic, blonde 'do. Along with a change in hair color, the makeup mogul went with a neutral makeup palette, and showed off just a hint of sheen on her lips.
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Olivia Rodrigo's Butterfly Hair Charms
Olivia Rodrigo incorporated her butterfly motif into her hairstyle and the 2021 VMAs. The delicate hair charms were held by two small braids that framed her face. She wore a soft touch of blush and glittery eyeshadow with her signature winged eyeliner.
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Megan Thee Stallion's Lip Combo
There were so many great details in Megan Thee Stallion's 2023 VMAs look. From her slicked back hair to her stunning nail art, there was truly so much to discuss, but one thing that stuck out to us in particular was her lip combo. The best part of all? It was all drugstore products from Revlon! She wore the “Bare It All” and “Champagne on Ice” Super Lustrous Lipstick, the “Crystal Clear” Super Lustrous The Gloss, and “Chocolate” Colorstay Lip Liner.
































