20 Of The Most Talked About VMA Ensembles Of All Time
The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: 20 Of The Most Talked About VMA Ensembles Of All Time
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The MTV Video Music Awards (VMAs) have provided us with some of the most iconic looks. I mean, have we ever really forgotten about Lil Lim and her mermaid jumpsuit? What about when Beyoncé hit the red carpet with her mini me? And let’s not forget the times Nicki Minaj did the most in her over-the-top wigs and outlandish dresses. The VMAs has become an outlet for lots of celebrities to express the most creative and dramatic versions of themselves, and over the years they’ve done just that. If you need a reminder of the good, the bad, and the ugly ensembles of the past 23 years, take a stroll down memory lane with these most talked about looks in the history of the Video Music Awards.
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- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
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TLC at the 1995 VMA Awards
The legendary group hit the 1995 VMA Awards in their signature oversized pants and belly tops. TLC made baggy clothing look so good!
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Mariah Carey at the 1997 VMA Awards
Mariah Carey was known for her high slits and bare midriff. Here she is at the 1997 VMA Awards giving us a lot of leg.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Lil Kim at the 1999 VMA Awards
Lil Kim gave us this fashion moment heard around the globe. This ensemble has been recreated so many times!
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Aaliyah at the 2000 VMA Awards
What a timeless beauty. Aaliyah traded in her loose fitting clothes for a black and yellow animal print dress with a high slit.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Jennifer Lopez at the 2000 VMA Awards
Jenny from the Block came to the 2000 VMA Awards dressed in an all-white Sean Jean ensemble. You better stan for your man!
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Janet Jackson at the 2001 VMA Awards
Miss Jackson (if you’re nasty) attended the 2001 VMA Awards clad in a black lace top, short shorts, and thigh high boots.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Macy Gray at the 2001 VMA Awards
Why pay for advertising when you can wear this dress? Macy Gray showed us just how eccentric she is in this blue and pink dress that marketed her upcoming album.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Naomi Campbell at the 2004 VMA Awards
Naomi Campbell is a complete vision of perfection in this little white dress.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Rihanna at the 2007 VMA Awards
Our girl Rihanna was in the midst of becoming a pop icon. Her edgy hair cut and bright pink gown was the perfect mixture of sugar and spice.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Nicki Minaj at the 2011 VMAs
During this time, Nicki Minaj was in the height of her weird fashion stage. Here she is at the 2011 VMA’s dressed in a bunch of stuff that can’t really be explained.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Beyonce at the 2011 VMA Awards
It was at the 2011 VMA Awards that Beyonce announced she was pregnant with her first child. Here she is cupping Blue Ivy in this gorgeous orange, single-shoulder gown.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Amber Rose at the 2014 VMA Awards
Amber Rose left little to the imagination at the 2014 VMA Awards. The now pregnant socialite bared it all in a silver, sequin dress.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Solange Knowles at the 2014 VMA Awards
In my humble opinion, Solange Knowles can do no wrong. She gave an effortless slay at the 2014 VMA awards dressed is a sparkly black two-piece suit.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Nicki Minaj at the 2015 VMA Awards
What a difference a few years make! Nicki Minaj’s fashion did a complete 180 by the time the 2015 VMA Awards rolled around.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Amber Rose and Blac Chyna at the 2015 VMA Awards
Former BFF’s Amber Rose and Blac Chyna took each other on a date to the 2015 VMA Awards. Dressed in a local Philly designer, the pair used their ensembles to make a bold statement against slut-shaming.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Beyonce and Blue Ivy at the 2016 VMA Awards
How perfect is this moment? Both Beyonce and Blue Ivy hit the 2016 VMA Awards clad in sequin gowns.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Cardi B at the 2017 VMA Awards
Cardi B did not come to play! The rapper and budding actress gave angelic vibes in an all-white jumpsuit at the 2017 VMA Awards
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Yara Shahidi at the 2017 VMA Awards
Yara Shahidi gave her best power pose at the 2017 VMA Awards clad in a gold, belted Zimmermann gown.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Cardi B at the 2018 VMA Awards
Cardi B showed off that post baby bod in a velvet Nicolas Jebran dress and cute pixie cut.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
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Tiffany Haddish at the 2018 VMA Awards
Tiffany Haddish showed off her fashion chops at the 2018 VMA Awards clad in a black and white sheer Naeem Khan gown.
- Watch Law Roach Gag Over Zendaya & Anna Sawai’s Almost-Identical Met Gala Looks — ‘I’m Glad We Came Early’
- Georgia Judge Prohibits Tiffany Haddish From Drinking And Ingesting Illegal Substances
- Nia Long Isn’t Happy With How The Boston Celtics Handled Ime Udoka’s Cheating Scandal
- Lenny Kravitz Maintains Rock God Status With Bubble Bath Thirst Trap And A Phone Call From Denzel Washington During Performance
- Surviving Trump: Can Black And White Women’s Friendships Endure Another Trump Administration?
