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While the year’s biggest talent were waiting to see who took home the network’s coveted silver stars at the 2018 BET Awards fans know the real prizes are handed out on the red carpet. Everyone brought their A-game in bold looks. See five of the biggest trends that showed up on this year’s red carpet below.

High Slits

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Actress Gabrielle Dennis wore a bright orange gown on the carpet and on stage with her The Bobby Brown Story co-star.

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House Husbands of Hollywood actress Jennifer Freeman wore a yellow gown with cutouts.

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Blac Chyna’s crochet look featured two slits on either side.

White With A Twist

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Remy Ma showed up looking regal in a custom look from Karen Sabag.

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South African actress Thando Thabethe added a vibrant necklace to her white gown.

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Former BET Chairwoman and CEO Debra Lee wore a white and black ensemble.

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Dear White People star Logan Browning struck a pose in this modern number.

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The twisted bodice on Ajak Deng’s gown took it from standard to spectacular.

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Skai Jackson spiced up this pure white skirt suit with a strong political statement and slick bobby pins.

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Yolanda Adams wore a white suit with black trim.

Gold

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Tyra Banks smized in a gold jumpsuit with billowing sleeves.

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Empire’s Serayah wore a gold two-piece look with ruffles.

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The newly out and proud star of “The Hate U Give Amandla Stenberg wore a gold mini dress.

Green

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Tika Sumpter slayed in a green fringed dress.

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Saweetie looked extra icy in an olive green halter dress.

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Amber Rose looked amazing in emerald and velvet.

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Claudia Jordan wore a green jumpsuit.

Bubblegum Pink

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Rapper Dej Loaf reminded us why she’s in a class of her own with this super stylish salute to the shiny suit era.

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Haitian-American actress Garcelle Beauvais rocked a pink gown with a high collar detail. She’s known for her bold and bright colors on the red carpet! 

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Mrs. Laflare looked absolutely angelic in this pink dress. In fact, she looks…Gucci!