MTV VMAs 2025: Stylish looks from the red carpet arrivals

Some of music's biggest stars stepped out on the red carpet Sunday night for the 2025 MTV Video Music Awards.

The awards took place this year at the UBS Arena in New York.

Nominated artists included Taylor Swift, Bad Bunny, Beyoncé, Kendrick Lamar, Morgan Wallen, The Weeknd and Lady Gaga, who led all nominees with 12 total nominations.

Take a look below at some of the best looks from the red carpet.

Sabrina Carpenter

Jessica Simpson

Ricky Martin

LL Cool J

Ariana Grande

Ice Spice

Ciara

Katseye

Lenny Kravitz

Tate McRae

GloRilla

Megan Stalter

Evan Ross and Ashlee Simpson Ross

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