VMAS Red Carpet
It feels like decades since we’ve seen celebrities walk down a red carpet in the latest fashion designs. With no award shows, there were no red carpet events or post-show parties to see the latest high-end styles shown on celebrities. However, the VMAS are typically the last of the award shows and were able to provide a somewhat “live” award show this past Sunday.
Though there was no real red carpet event, the celebrity fashion was still prevalent with iconic looks for host Keke Palmer, and winner Lady Gaga. Both women had multiple outfit changes though their various appearances in the show. There was, however, an “arrivals” segment which all presenters and performers posed in front of the VMAs step-and-repeat display. Miley Cyrus, Ariana Grande, and Madison Beer all were seen wearing looks from designer Mugler’s AW20 collection. Other designers included Area on Lady Gaga, Versace on Maluma, Doja Cat, and Joey King, and Giambattista Valli on Sofia Carson.
Many celebrities continued the tradition of casual red carpet looks, as opposed to the couture pieces typically seen at the Oscars or Grammys. Black Eyed Peas, Travis Barker, and CNCO wore classic streetwear looks of jeans and hoodies.
Host Keke Palmer was seen in five different looks throughout the night, including a black velvet gown from Valentino and a blue minidress from Area. She also wore a stunning Ralph and Russo Spring 2020 mid-length gown with feathers and sequin embellishments.
The biggest winner of the night, Lady Gaga, did not disappoint with her five different looks. She “arrived” in a silver metallic Area jacket and space helmet, reminiscent of the MoonMan award she knew she would be taking home. Other looks included a green ballgown from Christoper John Rogers, Valentine Haute Couture sequin catsuit and coat, and a Iris Van Herpen minidress. What was the most unique aspect of her looks were the over-the-top masks she paired with each of these gowns. She really tried to display the importance of mask-wearing with a matching silver sequin mask, a mask with horns and spikes, and even a mask resembling a scuba diver.
This award show was like no other, with the minimal appearances, pre-recorded performances, and mask fashion. Hopefully the next award season will somewhat resemble a normal red carpet event.
By: Staci Soslowitz