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VMAs 2026: Revisit the most bizarre outfits worn by celebs

Updated On: 27 September, 2026 03:37 PM IST | Aakruti Bagla

As the MTV Video Music Awards 2026 approach, the spotlight is once again set to fall on celebrity fashion. Over the years, the VMA red carpet has seen stars push boundaries with daring, unconventional and sometimes bizarre looks. From Miley Cyrus to Lady Gaga, here’s a look at celebs whose outfits sparked conversations.

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Most controversial VMA looks (Pics/Instagram, X)
Most controversial VMA looks (Pics/Instagram, X)
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At the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards, Lil’ Kim shut down the carpet in one of the most unforgettable and risqué fashion statements in pop culture history. Styled by Misa Hylton in an asymmetrical, lavender seashell-patterned jumpsuit, the outfit left one side completely exposed with a matching seashell pastie over her breast.
At the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards, Lil’ Kim shut down the carpet in one of the most unforgettable and risqué fashion statements in pop culture history. Styled by Misa Hylton in an asymmetrical, lavender seashell-patterned jumpsuit, the outfit left one side completely exposed with a matching seashell pastie over her breast.
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At the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, Katy Perry accepted the Video of the Year award in a quirky Christian Dior ensemble. She paired a pastel pink crop top with a black-and-white geometric skirt, completing the look with pink hair and a bold yellow headpiece.
At the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, Katy Perry accepted the Video of the Year award in a quirky Christian Dior ensemble. She paired a pastel pink crop top with a black-and-white geometric skirt, completing the look with pink hair and a bold yellow headpiece.
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At the 2015 VMAs, host Miley Cyrus made a bold statement in a barely-there silver Atelier Versace look featuring crystal embellishments and metallic suspenders.
At the 2015 VMAs, host Miley Cyrus made a bold statement in a barely-there silver Atelier Versace look featuring crystal embellishments and metallic suspenders. 
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At the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards, Pamela Anderson made a statement in a white corset paired with sparkling sequined pants. She completed the look with an oversized fluffy pink hat, which has been recreated by stars including Kim Kardashian, Kelly Ripa and Kacey Musgraves.
At the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards, Pamela Anderson made a statement in a white corset paired with sparkling sequined pants. She completed the look with an oversized fluffy pink hat, which has been recreated by stars including Kim Kardashian, Kelly Ripa and Kacey Musgraves.
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At the 1998 MTV Video Music Awards, Gwen Stefani embraced the quirky style of the late '90s. She paired a fuzzy blue bikini top with baggy black trousers, a puffy skirt and platform sandals, completing the look with facial gems and bright blue space buns.
At the 1998 MTV Video Music Awards, Gwen Stefani embraced the quirky style of the late '90s. She paired a fuzzy blue bikini top with baggy black trousers, a puffy skirt and platform sandals, completing the look with facial gems and bright blue space buns.
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At the 2000 VMAs, Pink embraced her signature colour with her hot-pink hair styled into dramatic spikes. She paired the bold hairstyle with a plunging gold top, a fur-trimmed jacket and embellished dark denim for a statement-making look.
At the 2000 VMAs, Pink embraced her signature colour with her hot-pink hair styled into dramatic spikes. She paired the bold hairstyle with a plunging gold top, a fur-trimmed jacket and embellished dark denim for a statement-making look.
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At the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards, Doja Cat made a statement in a daring spiderweb-inspired gown by Turkish designer Monse. The sheer off-white look featured intricate web-like cutouts, which she paired with a shaved blonde hairstyle and bleached brows.
At the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards, Doja Cat made a statement in a daring spiderweb-inspired gown by Turkish designer Monse. The sheer off-white look featured intricate web-like cutouts, which she paired with a shaved blonde hairstyle and bleached brows.
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At the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, Nicki Minaj turned heads in a quirky, Harajuku-inspired outfit. She paired a metallic dress with a pink tulle tutu, patterned leg warmers and a plush accessory, finishing the look with bright pink and yellow beehive hair.
At the 2011 MTV Video Music Awards, Nicki Minaj turned heads in a quirky, Harajuku-inspired outfit. She paired a metallic dress with a pink tulle tutu, patterned leg warmers and a plush accessory, finishing the look with bright pink and yellow beehive hair.
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At the 2002 MTV Video Music Awards, Britney Spears opted for a bold, all-leather look. She paired a black leather mini dress with sheer lace-up gloves, strappy heels and a matching cap, making it one of her most daring red carpet looks.
At the 2002 MTV Video Music Awards, Britney Spears opted for a bold, all-leather look. She paired a black leather mini dress with sheer lace-up gloves, strappy heels and a matching cap, making it one of her most daring red carpet looks.
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Lady Gaga wore a raw meat dress at the MTV VMAs in 2010, and it remains one of her most iconic looks. Gaga wore the controversial dress to the show in protest of the U.S. military’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy.
Lady Gaga wore a raw meat dress at the MTV VMAs in 2010, and it remains one of her most iconic looks. Gaga wore the controversial dress to the show in protest of the U.S. military’s “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell” policy.

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