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The Most Memorable Red Carpet Moments in Grammy History
Dora FungMarket Director
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The Most Memorable Red Carpet Moments in Grammy History
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Cher at the 1974 Grammy Awards No one did it like Cher back then, and nobody matches her red carpet spirit now.
David Bowie, John Lennon, Yoko Ono & Roberta Flack at the 1975 Grammy Awards
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This is quite possibly the greatest group photo ever taken at the Grammy Awards. Their killer style and cool demeanor can never be replicated.
Dolly Parton at the 1977 Grammy Awards
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The country singer famously once said, “It costs a lot to look this cheap.” But her look is 100% original and we will always love you for it!
Tina Turner at the 1982 Grammy Awards
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Tina Turner is fur real circa 1982!
Whitey Houston at the 1986 Grammy Awards
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The hair, the dress, the makeup, that smile! Here, the singer poses with her Grammy Award, which is how we should all remember Whitney.
Mariah Carey at 1991 Grammy Awards
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We had a vision of love, and it was Mimi in this dress!
Michael and Janet Jackson at the 1993 Grammy Awards
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Your Musical Highness, Michael Jackson, in a look that has since spun a thousand look-a-likes. (Including Baby Blue!)
TLC at the 1996 Grammy Awards
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The ladies don’t want or need “No Scrubs” in their all-white ensembles.
Gwen Stefani and Courtney Love at the 1998 Grammy Awards
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In 1998, these two grunge princesses were on top of the world.
Madonna at the 1999 Grammy Awards
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She’s been a virgin, a raver, and a club kid, but in 1999, Madonna was turning Japanese in a colorful kimono.
Jennifer Lopez at the 2000 Grammy Awards
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Perhaps wearing one of the most impactful dresses of all time, “Jenny from the Block” showed the world that she could do Fashion (capital F) when she appeared at the 2000 Grammys in a down-to-there Versace gown.
Britney Spears at the 2000 Grammy Awards
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This might have been the one and only time that the pop star wore Oscar de la Renta!
Destiny’s Child at the 2001 Grammy Awards
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The looks may have been more Bollywood than Destiny’s Child but with five Grammys to show off who really cares?
Toni Braxton at the 2001 Grammy Awards
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The R&B singer left little to the imagination in this Richard Tyler gown (which featured a built-in thong!). The memorable outfit was enhanced by her taking home the gold.
N’ Sync at the 2001 Grammy Awards
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N’ Sync took the carpet a little too literally when they decide to make textured coats out of it!
Traci Bingham at the 2001 Grammy Awards
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Before Miley was walking around in pasties, this actress had created an adhesive top out of glittery crystals.
Alicia Keys at the 2002 Grammy Awards
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The Arabian Princess-meets-casual L.A. hippie was not among the singer’s most impressive style outings.
Lil’ Kim at the 2002 Grammy Awards
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Yes girl, thumbs up for that look even if no one else thinks so!
Pink, Christina Aguilera, and Maya at the 2002 Grammy Awards
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The ladies of “Moulin Rouge” were not afraid to flaunt their “Lady Marmalade” sexiness.
Foxy Brown at the 2003 Grammy Awards
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The rapper was anything but foxy in this lewk! Put your bra away girl!
Beyoncé at the 2004 Grammy Awards
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The woman is beyond talented, but this OTT gold dress by House of Déreon is not our favorite.
Margaret Cho at the 2004 Grammy Awards
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Margaret Cho tried to out peacock the rest of the stars on the carpet that year, and succeeded.
Sheryl Crow at the 2005 Grammy Awards
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Did Sheryl Crow’s dress get attacked by shark that year?
M.I.A at the 2009 Grammy Awards
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M.I.A showed the world how to be a badass mum!
Lady Gaga at the 2010 Grammy Awards
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Mother Monster always gives it her all. We just hope that the person sitting behind her was able to see through the headwear.
Nadeea Volianova at the 2010 Grammy Awards
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This EDM artist is trying too hard in this getup. Like a chambermaid gone rougue.
Cee Lo Green at the 2011 Grammy Awards
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Hitting the carpet looking like Big Bird at carnival.
Sasha Gradiva at the 2012 Grammy Awards
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The Russian artist came came prepared to fight if anyone put her on the “Worst Dressed” list.
Robyn at the 2012 Grammy Awards
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The Swedish singer was “dancing on her own” in this outfit.
Adele at the 2013 Grammy Awards
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Everyone’s favorite Brit singer got props for this sensational Valentino frock.
Rihanna at the 2013 Grammy Awards
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Oh this? It’s just custom Azzedine Alaia, no big deal.
Taylor Swift at the 2014 Grammy Awards
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In this Gucci gown, Swift solidified her place as most fashionable best friend.
Nicki Minaj in at the 2014 Grammy Awards
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Before “The Pinkprint,” Minaj was holier than thou Versace cloak that came with its own Pope!
Pharrell Williams at the 2014 Grammy Awards
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This guy can do no wrong when it comes to pushing fashion boundaries for the boys. His Vivienne Westwood hat got its own Instagram account following this appearance.
Beyoncé at the 2014 Year Grammy Awards
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In this Givenchy gown, the queen cemented her title.
Chrissy Tiegen at the 2014 Grammy Awards
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Tiegen, who is one half of the industry’s hottest couple, attended the Grammy Awards in a metallic Johanna Johnson gown and looked smokin’!
As we gear up for the Grammy Awards this weekend, we take a moment to reflect on the most memorable outfits to have graced the red carpet. Who could forget J.Lo that dangerously low-cut Versace? Or Toni Braxton in a sheer Richard Tyler frock? Click through to relive the good, the bad, and the beautiful.
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