Following last year’s ceremony in Newark, New Jersey, the MTV VMAs 2024 returned to New York’s UBS Arena. Hosted by Megan Thee Stallion, the awards honored musical excellence at a gala that included performances by Chappell Roan, Sabrina Carpenter, Lenny Kravitz and Katy Perry. Taylor Swift came into the gala leading the nominations with 12 to her name (she ultimately took home 7 awards, including Best Video of the Year)with Post Malone hot on his heels with eight nominations and Eminem, with eight, in third place in the ranking. Meanwhile, Carpenter, Megan Thee Stallion and Ariana Grande attended with seven nominations. Perry received the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award for her contributions to the category throughout her career.
The red carpet of the last edition left us, as usual, some memorable fashion moments, from Doja Cat’s Monse spider web dress to Olivia Rodrigo’s Ludovic de Saint Sernin. The trend of transparent dresses was very popular, such as Emily Ratajkowski’s Jean Paul Gaultier or Megan’s Brandon Blackwood. As for Cardi Bimpressed with Dilara Findikoglu’s cult hair clip design, while Nicki Minaj She dressed as a sexy bride by Dolce & Gabbana.
In its 40-year history, the MTV VMAs have given us countless looks for history, from Janet Jackson’s jumpsuit in 1993 to Gwyneth Paltrow’s red velvet suit signed by Tom Ford in 1996. And who could forget Pamela Anderson’s huge pink furry hat in 1999 or Lil’ Kim’s unique blouse that same year? Already in this century, we are amazed by the Lady Gaga’s inimitable meat dress.
Next, we invite you to review all the looks from the red carpet at the 2024 MTV VMAs.
This article was originally published on Vogue.com
