Simplicity can’t sometimes be found in our favorite stars’ vocabularies when they want to make a fashion statement. Most of the time, they take the higher road with their artistic sensibilities by rocking the red carpet with show-stopping and mind-boggling outfits, which will make most of us say, “To each his own.”
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The pop star is famous for wearing bold looks when walking the red carpet. That’s why it’s no surprise that Bebe opted for an abstract cobalt blue piece from Fjolla Nila to channel her song “Blue” with David Guetta.
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Like Bebe Rexha, MGK is notorious for putting on a spectacular show whenever he graces the red carpet. From pastel-colored frocks to vibrant crop tops, there’s no stopping the musician in his fashion A-game. He chose a spiked purple suit for the 2022 American Music Awards to match his studded boots.
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The rising star made her debut at the 2022 Latin Grammy Awards by donning a striking ensemble of a long denim dress and a ripped minky-fabric dress that strongly resembled early aughts fashion. What a way to celebrate her nomination for Best Urban Song.
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Doja Cat never misses a chance to spice up her fashion moments with bold choices from clothes to makeup. She has blessed red carpets with avant-garde options, making Paris Fashion Week her beauty playground. She recently made an impression with her futuristic ensemble at the NRJ Music Awards.
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Rapper Anderson Paak rocked the 2022 GQ Men of the Year party with a glittery 2-piece suit, a leather sling bag, and a blonde wig. He topped it off with Barbie pink sunglasses — a head-turner among dapper men in black suits.
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Known for her Harajuku-inspired style, fashionista and singer Ashnikko graced the 2022 GQ Men of the Year red carpet with a futuristic get-up. The look was complete with latex gloves, a purple bodice, and a blue wig that looked like it was straight from Katy Perry’s ET music video.
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Tayla Parx’s outfit might remind you of MGK’s eccentric purple suit, as her spiky neon and lime jumpsuit caught the eyes of the paparazzi at the 2022 Grammys. She even paired it with yellow wedged boots that completed her straight-out-of-a-video-game look.
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Conan Gray is no stranger to bold fashion choices on or off the stage. It’s no surprise that he saw to it that his red carpet looks were just as daring. His recent appearance at the 2022 MTV VMAs looked ethereal with a sheer blazer and cape paired with sky-high platforms.
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Who could forget Julia Fox and her signature eye makeup? She also likes impressing onlookers and the paparazzi with her unique style. Her contemporary take on red-carpet fashion was dressing like a forest nymph with a fur gown, claws, and horns.
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Who said alphabet-block booties and a puffed dress by Thom Browne don’t go together? Singer-Actress Janelle Monáe sealed her extra look with facial expressions and a literal doggy bag at the CFDA Fashion Awards.
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Michelle Zauner of Japanese Breakfast took “breakfast” to another level by fashioning a Jubilee yellow Valentino mini-dress yellow dress that resembled cornflakes for those with a wild imagination. Michelle’s colorful look was worth it when they snagged 2 Grammy nominations.
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In-demand stylist Law Roach, who occasionally dresses superstars like Zendaya, Celine Dion, and Kerri Washington, opted for a custom balloon polka-dotted dress by Oscar de la Renta. He ditched the classic suit and tie when he received the CFDA Awards’ Stylist Award.
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Rapper Lancey Foux didn’t seem like he wanted to miss the Avatar fever as he wore purple makeup with white contact lenses and pointed ears on the 2022 GQ Men of the Year red carpet. He paired the alienesque look with purple Prada gloves and chain jewelry.
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The pop stars did not let the 11th LACMA Gala pass without making a fashion statement as a couple. The monogram-studded Gucci blanket was a highlight for the 2 as they walked the red carpet in their designer pajamas.
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R&B artist Yola created her own version of forest nymph with a grunge twist during the 2022 Grammys. She also donned fur gloves and metallic claws to match her purple silk dress adorned with more fur.
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It looked like it was going to rain and actress Hailie Sahar came prepared with a red draped dress, leather gloves, and an orange hooded cape at this year’s Critics’ Choice Awards.
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Meanwhile, rising Korean star and Squid Game actress HoYeon Jung graced the Critics’ Choice Awards channeling Old Hollywood glamor with her unique, T-shaped, jewel-adorned Louis Vuitton dress.
What do you think of these bold outfits? Would you dare to wear these on the red carpet?
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