Stars Who Slay: Top 10 Billboard Awards Fashion Looks Of All Time

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It’s almost time for one of the most popular nights in music; The 2019 Billboard Music Awards. On May 1st, celebrities will flood the red carpet in celebration of their musical accolades. While songs on the Billboard charts are the primary focus, we tend to pay extra attention to what the stars wore. Over they years we’ve witnessed some jaw-dropping, ultra-chic, full of life ensembles. Take a walk with me down memory lane as we revisit 10 of the best red carpet looks from the Billboard Music Awards.

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Ciara at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards

When has Ciara not killed a red carpet? The mother of two looked stunning in a Julien MacDonald Spring 2018 gold, shimmery dress.

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Zendaya at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards

This girl can do no wrong. Zendaya is known for slaying just about every red carpet she’s ever graced. This time around, Daya shut the carpet down in a peach Calvin Klein bra top and matching skirt.

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Janet at the 2018 Billboard Music Awards

Everything about Janet Jackson is timeless. Her voice, her look, and her presence will always be relevant. You know what else is timeless? This look! Jackson gave us a casual slay in this Rami Kadi ensemble. Now tulle is all over the place!

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Rihanna at the 2011 Billboard Music Awards

Issa lewk! Rihanna gave us a sexy spin on menswear in this white, oversized Max Azria suit. She partnered the look with nude Christian Louboutin pumps and her bold, red bob.

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Nicki Minaj at the 2014 Billboard Music Awards

Nicki Minaj had a long history of taking questionable fashion risks. It was around 2014 that she began transforming her look from caricature to glamour girl. She looked stunning in this cut out Alexander McQueen gown.

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Beyonce at the 2003 Billboard Music Awards

A vintage Beyonce looked sexy in a gold, beaded, knee-length dress. Since this red carpet appearance, the music mogul has evolved into one of the most important artists of our time.

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Kelly Rowland at the 2014 Billboard Music Awards

Kelly Rowland is perfection. The songbird was stylin’ on ’em in a black Cushnie et Ochs bra top and a Fausto Puglisi skirt.

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Tracee Ellis Ross at the 2015 Billboard Music Awards

Tracee Ellis Ross is a fashion icon. She showed up and showed out on the 2015 Billboard Music Awards red carpet in a black leather vintage Claude Montana jumpsuit.

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Ashanti at the 2002 Billboard Music Awards

Ashanti gave off Hip Hop princess vibes in this cute, short, burnt orange mini-dress. The singer still manages to make the best dressed list no matter the red carpet event.

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Toni Braxton at the 1996 Billboard Music Awards

Toni Braxton has been a vision of excellence for years. She usually goes for daring fashion choices that show off her amazing body. For the 1996 Billboard Awards she opted for timeless, yellow, velvet gown.

Which is your favorite Billboard Music Awards red carpet moment? Sound off in the comment section.