Tyla in Mowalola

Told you! Again, to be clear, I do not particularly like this and nor would I have liked it in 2006, BUT -- this is VERY on brand for this event and reading the room is like 70% of...well, almost anything. The choker is VERY Of Its Time, and her entire head looks very cute.

J. Rey Soul

This also feels SO 2006 in a way that I cannot help but embrace. Have fun, youths!

Lisa in Quine li (coat) and the Attico (dress)

This coat is amazing but....I almost think this entire look is too much?

Kel Mitchell

JOVIAL! He looks like the beloved host of a kids' TV show that teaches children geography. Like, he's Carmen Sandiego's congenial cousin Kel. He's not worried about where she is! She's fine!

PinkPantheress in 2011 Nina Ricci

This is very cute and she looks cute in it. I would have argued for a slightly stronger lip, but...this is a minor nitpick.

Isabel May in Patrizia Pepe

Buckle up: I think this is great.

Belmont Cameli in Ferragamo

This needs a visible belt. Ironic from a label that specializes in leather accessories.

Markell Washington

DRAMA. This is like the polar opposite of the previous look. FWIW, I will always vote for the look with the dramatic sash.

Haiden Henderson

This is an AMAZING production of Les Mis.

We Did Get SOME Bright Colors at the 2026 VMAs

And one VERY low-rise skirt.