The American Music Awards 2025 red carpet wasn’t playing around. Think rhinestone chains, hooded gowns, country Barbie fits, and fashion flexes on full display. Whether they came with a cape or ditched pants entirely, these 10 celebs served looks worth a thousand screenshots.
1. Jennifer Lopez in LaQuan Smith
Embed from Getty ImagesJ.Lo opened the show in a caramel LaQuan Smith gown—plunging neckline, gold hardware, and a train that moved like a flex. Then came eight more looks. Never seen hosting fashion this iconic.
2. Janet Jackson in Vetements
Embed from Getty ImagesJanet pulled a power move in a cropped bomber, baggy jeans, and sneakers—then swapped it for a massive puffer to accept her ICON Award. Streetwear + legend status = no effort wasted.
3. Ciara in Bronx and Banco
Embed from Getty ImagesCiara’s rhinestone-chain bodysuit and skyscraper platforms were all about disco revival. No pants, no problem. Studio 54 vibes reloaded for the TikTok generation.
4. Tiffany Haddish in Bronx and Banco
Embed from Getty ImagesThe light blue hooded gown on Tiffany Haddish shimmered from every angle. When that hood went up? Full red carpet transformation. Elsa could never.
5. Lainey Wilson in Rahul Mishra
Embed from Getty ImagesLainey delivered floral embroidery, sheer cape drama, and a cowboy hat that screamed country-core chic. It was Barbie, but she’s on tour and headlining.
6. Gloria Estefan in Pamella Roland
Embed from Getty ImagesGloria’s red gown with sculpted floral sleeves hit that sweet spot between diva drama and red carpet polish. Classic glamour, with zero hesitation.
7. Nikki Glaser in Yara Shoemaker
Embed from Getty ImagesNikki turned up in a structured black midi dress with corset seams and sharp heels. Not just a comedian—she’s officially in her fashion era.
8. Pepa in Unknown Designer
Embed from Getty ImagesPepa hit the carpet like the hip-hop icon she is—in a one-shoulder black mini with a sculpted train, sheer tights, and stilettos. Platinum bob? Lil’ Kim meets runway. Red nails and sparkle clutch sealed the look.
9. Jordan Chiles in Marine Serre
Embed from Getty ImagesJordan wore a sleek strapless white gown with subtle moon cutouts. Olympic gold but make it fashion girl starter pack. Clean, confident, current.
10. Heidi Klum in Stéphane Rolland
Embed from Getty ImagesHeidi went full fashion editorial in sculpted black couture and brought her son in a matching tux. Couture + coordinated? That’s icon parenting.
Whether it was cape-core, cowboy glam, or chainmail drama, these AMA 2025 looks gave maximum inspo. Tag your fave, save the fit, and next time you get dressed—go just a little extra.
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