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Shakira, who was the first South American artiste to be presented with the Video Vanguard Award, went with a daring backless gold Versace gown, and minimal accessories. But everyone will agree that her best accessories were her sons — Sasha and Milan.

Taylor Swift kept it classic in a figure-hugging, daring black Versace gown with dramatic cuts, including a slit that ran up her thigh.

Olivia Rodrigo looked svelte in a slinky, shimmery, silver gown. The custom-made piece by Ludovic de Saint Sernin, featured a V-shaped neckline, a low back, a centre back leg slit, and 150,000 Swarovski crystals, Harpers Bazaar reported.

Selena Gomez upped her haute quotient in a crimson, low-cut, lacy floral Oscar de la Renta gown.

Cardi B wore a Dilara Findikoglu dress, covered in hundreds of hair clips. Her matching maincure added to the metallic effect.

Demi Lovato wore a little black dress, but it was her long leather duster with oversized structured shoulders that caught the eye. Both were designed by emerging Chinese brand Buerlangma.

Remember Lady Gaga's meat dress? Well, here comes Part II as Saweetie accessorised her outfit with a bone and a dangerous set of nails.