Ah the VMAs. A time where the magic of music is celebrated. A time where the world’s most loved artists are recognised for their talent and hard work.
…And a time to see some seriously whack outfits be passed off as ‘red carpet attire’.
Yep, the MTV Video Music Awards are nothing short of a fashion spectacle, and as the red carpet kicks off for 2019, it seems this year will be no different.
This year, we’re expecting to see global super starlet Taylor Swift make a dazzling entrance, not least because she’s racked up 12 nominations.
We’re also looking forward to seeing Miley Cyrus, who will be performing her new song Slide Away live for the very first time.
The performance of the song, which is rumoured to be in reference to her recent and highly publicised split from Liam Hemsworth, is guaranteed to bring some serious emotion to the mix.
But most of all, we’re thoroughly excited to see what each of these Queens of pop actually wear amongst the excitement of the awards and on-stage drama we’ll no doubt see.
Remember, this is the very same awards ceremony we were graced with Kanye West’s iconic “Imma let you finish, but” moment…
So strap yourselves in and get comfortable, we’ve got all the best looks from the red carpet and inside the ceremony coming your way.
WATCH: Check out this throwback to One Direction winning music video of the year at the Brit Awards (bless!):
In her first public appearance since her split with Liam Hemsworth, Miley’s itty LBD and wet-look hair oozed just the right amount of glamour and rock n roll. Byeeee Liam.
We’re obsessed with The Hills‘ Whitney Port’s LBD – the style maven can do no wrong.
Hailee Steinfeld rocks a raven red lip to match her dress – the 22-year-old actress is nailing it.
Is it a crop top? Is it suspenders? Is it a suspender-crop-top-overall-extravaganza? We have no idea. Stunning model Bella Hadid looks good in anything though!
And Bella’s sister and fellow model Gigi Hadid might look beige, but her personality is anything but.
Singer Halsey looks almost ethereal in this floaty sheer orange dress – but the visible underwear definitely makes it a little more risqué. Loving the subtle rainbow addition, too!
Mum-of-two Blac Chyna channels pom-pom-flamingo-chic in this er, bold design.
Billy Ray Cyrus has his eye on the prize, and he’s rocking some serious hand-bling while doing so.
Lenny Kravitz and double denim go together like peas and carrots. Seriously, can this guy get any cooler?
Actress Alison Brie takes the plunge in this rather, er, revealing creation. That being said, she’s a drop dead stunner.
Team Jonas put on a united front for the crowds (and legions of very excited fangirls).
Yep, The Hills star Brandon Lee is wearing Chuck Taylor’s on the red carpet. He also appears to have grown a handlebar moustache. Wonder how his mum Pamela Anderson feels about that…
Queer Eye’s Jonathan Van Ness is dripping in glam in this heel and cape combo.
Famed model Heidi Klum isn’t afraid to show some skin in this sequinned cut-out get-up.
Queen Latifah is glowing in zesty orange.
The pop Queen herself has arrived! Taylor Swift is just as colourful as her popular new album Lover as she hits the VMAs red carpet.
And her daring high boots finish off the quirky look to perfection!
Melissa Viviane Jefferson, aka Lizzo has brought the entire night’s worth of drama in the form of this raven red gown. All we can say is wow.
Singer LeToya Luckett pulls off that sultry glam look like a total boss.
Internet personality Tana Mongeau channels Britney’s iconic snake moment with this wild get-up.
Go pink or go home seems to be the mantra of American singer Kiana Lede – right down to the tiny bag.
21-year-old singer Shawn Mendes looks dapper in teal. And he’s really nailed that windswept look.
Stunning model Ebonee Davis looks incredible in this bright green slip dress – obsessed!
Meanwhile, DJ Khaled opts for florals – perhaps to celebrate the upcoming spring Down Under?
American rapper and singer Megan Thee Stallion has gone all out in this thigh-high boot, blazer and bra situation.
Aussie influencer Tammy Hembrow is channelling mermaid-intergalactic-chic here. Is that even a thing? She’s certainly just made it a thing.
Singer Zara Larsson is pretty in pink with frills galore in this high-low number.
Former NSYNC star Lance Bass isn’t afraid of rocking some colour.
