Sexiest American Music Awards Dresses Of All-Time: Olivia Rodrigo, J. Lo & More

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November 18, 2022 10:30AM EST

The American Music Awards are a great night for fashion too. Take a look at the award’s hottest red carpet looks ever, ahead of Sunday’s Nov. 20 ceremony.

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Sexiest American Music Awards Dresses Of All-Time

Sexiest American Music Awards Dresses Of All-Time — The American Music Awards are one of the biggest music events of the year, and some of the biggest stars always show up on the red carpet! The red carpet fashion at this show varies, from stunning gowns, to even more risque and sexy outfits.

Over the years, so many of the ladies have blown us away with their looks at this show, and we’ve rounded up some of our faves. With plunging necklines, thigh-high slits, crop tops, and more, this red carpet is always one to talk about.

Jennifer Lopez, Taylor Swift, Kylie Jenner, Selena Gomez, and Kelsea Ballerini are just some of the stars who make our best dressed of all-time list at the AMAs. Keep clicking through the gallery to check out all of the hottest looks from over the years right here!

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Chloe Bailey In 2021

Chloe Bailey In 2021 — Chloe showed some serious skin at the 2021 American Music Awards. Her black gown had a sexy side cut-out that revealed a sparkling belly chain. Long red braids and tons of diamonds gave the look even more drama.

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Olivia Rodrigo In 2021

Olivia Rodrigo In 2021 — Olivia Rodrigo was pretty in purple during the 2021 American Music Awards. Her sequined dress offered a pop of cleavage and had a row of feathers at the bottom.

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Mickey Guyton In 2021

Mickey Guyton In 2021 — Mickey Guyton shimmered during the 2021 American Music Awards. She looked like a dream in her iridescent dress.

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Halle Bailey In 2021

Halle Bailey In 2021 — Halle Bailey teased her taut abs in a lush brown velvet dress during the 2021 American Music Awards. The dress had a huge chest cut-out which revealed cleavage, midsection, and more.

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Becky G In 2021

Becky G In 2021 — Becky G meant business in this purple cut-out dress during the 2021 American Music Awards. She added hoop earrings and classic black pumps.

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Winnie Harlow In 2021

Winnie Harlow In 2021 — Winnie Harlow wore intricate beaded Zuhair Murad to the 2021 American Music Awards in LA. The shimmering dress went great with her curls.

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Jennifer Lopez At 2020 AMAs

Jennifer Lopez At 2020 AMAs — Jennifer Lopez looks stuper sexy in a silver ensemble at the 2020 AMAs. Her outfit featured a plunging crop top and low-rise skirt with thigh-high slit.

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Megan Fox In 2020

Megan Fox In 2020 — Megan Fox rocks a sexy cutout dress to attend the 2020 American Music Awards. She iht the stage as a presenter in her outfit.

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Paris Hilton In 2020

Paris Hilton In 2020 — Paris Hilton walks the red carpet at the 2020 American Music Awards. She wore a silver mini dress with a deep plunging neckline.

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Laverne Cox in 2020

Laverne Cox in 2020 — Laverne Cox looks fierce in her gold dress at the 2020 AMAs. Her outfit featured a bodysuit and long gown draped down one side.

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Becky G In 2020

Becky G In 2020 — Becky G proudly shows off her American Music Award in the press room. She wore a white dress with thigh-high slit at the event.

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Bebe Rexha In 2020

Bebe Rexha In 2020 — Bebe Rexha hits the red carpet while attending the 2021 AMAs. She wore a sexy, one-shouldered silver dress with thigh-high slit and cutout.

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Carrie Underwood In 2019

Carrie Underwood In 2019 — Carrie Underwood showed some major leg when she arrived on the red carpet at the 2019 American Music Awards. She wore a sparkling purple dress, which featured a thigh-high leg slit.

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Selena Gomez In 2019

Selena Gomez In 2019 — Selena Gomez was a neon queen when she walked the 2019 American Music Awards red carpet. She rocked a low-cut, strapless green mini dress with matching shoes and her hair in a blunt bob.

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Taylor Swift In 2019

Taylor Swift In 2019 — Taylor Swift was a glittery goddess in her gold dress at the 2019 American Music Awards. The gown featured long fabric on one side, and a slit on the other. Taylor completed the look with thigh-high boots and her hair pulled to the side.

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Selena Gomez In 2017

Selena Gomez In 2017 — Selena Gomez made a major comeback appearance after her kidney transplant at the 2017 American Music Awards. She looked amazig on the red carpet in her fierce leather dress, which she paired with blonde hair and black heels.

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Jenna Dewan In 2017

Jenna Dewan In 2017 — Jenna Dewan looked absolutely stunning while walking the red carpet at the 2017 AMAs. She wore a plunging dress, which also featured a thigh-high leg slit.

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Jennifer Lopez In 2018

Jennifer Lopez In 2018 — Jennifer Lopez shows major skin in a plunging pink gown at the 2018 AMAs. The dress had a slit up to her thigh, as well as cutouts on the side. Super hot!

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Jennifer Lopez In 2015

Jennifer Lopez In 2015 — Jennifer Lopez stuns in another cutout dress while attending the 2015 American Music Awards. The bluish-green gown went perfectly with her hairstyle, which was in a tight updo atop her head.

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Jennifer Lopez In 2014

Jennifer Lopez In 2014 — At the 2014 American Music Awards, Jennifer Lopez rocked a pale pink dress with cutouts throughout the center. She paired the look with her hair slicked back and clear heels.

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Kelsea Ballerini In 2018

Kelsea Ballerini In 2018 — Kelsea Ballerini hits the 2018 American Music Awards red carpet in a black and yellow dress. The sequined ensemble had a plunging neckline, while Kelsea showed off her legs thanks to the short hemline.

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Vanessa Hudgens In 2018

Vanessa Hudgens In 2018 — Vanessa Hudgens rocks a pale pink dress while attending the 2018 American Music Awards. The gown hugged her figure to perfection and also featured a sexy plunging neckline.

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Bebe Rexha In 2017

Bebe Rexha In 2017 — Bebe Rexha looks incredible in a form-fitting strapless black dress at the 2017 American Music Awards. She rocked strappy black heels with the look.

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Hailee Steinfeld In 2016

Hailee Steinfeld In 2016 — Hailee Steinfeld wears a super sexy plunging mini dress at the 2016 American Music Awards. The green ensemble was belted and showed off Hailee’s lean legs.

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Chrissy Teigen In 2016

Chrissy Teigen In 2016 — Chrissy Teigen rocked a super daring black gown to the 2016 AMAs. The dress featured a major slit all the way up to her midsection!

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Selena Gomez In 2011

Selena Gomez In 2011 — At the 2011 American Music Awards, Selena Gomez rocked a super sexy champagne gown, which had a slit up the leg. She styled her hair in curls and parted it to the side, as well.

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Ciara In 2015

Ciara In 2015 — Ciara slays in a sexy sheer dress while attending the 2015 American Music Awards. She pulled her hair back and rocked a gorgeous glam look, as well.

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Selena Gomez In 2015

Selena Gomez In 2015 — Selena Gomez hits up the 2015 American Music Awards in a red hot dress, which had a completely open back. She wore her long black hair cascading down, as well.

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Kylie Jenner In 2015

Kylie Jenner In 2015 — Kylie Jenner rocks a black leather dress to the 2015 American Music Awards. The look had side cutouts and a leg slit, and Kylie also wore her hair in an updo.

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Kendall Jenner In 2015

Kendall Jenner In 2015 — Kendall Jenner rocks an itty-bitty black mini dress while attending the AMAs in 2015. The gown was backless, and Kendall rocked a sexy top knot with the look.

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Gigi Hadid In 2015

Gigi Hadid In 2015 — Gigi Hadid attends the 2015 American Music awards in a white crop top and high-waisted skirt ensemble. The outfit put her cleavage and abs on full display, and she paired it with a sleek bob.

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Jordin Sparks In 2014

Jordin Sparks In 2014 — Jordin Sparks shows major leg in her 2014 American Music Awards dress. The metallic ensemble went perfectly with her curled hair and red lipstick.

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Kylie Jenner In 2014

Kylie Jenner In 2014 — Kylie Jenner wears a sexy red dress to the 2014 American Music Awards. The plunging gown was a deep shade of maroon, and Kylie rocked dark lipstick to match.

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Taylor Swift In 2014

Taylor Swift In 2014 — Taylor Swift wears a light green cutout dress to the 2014 AMAs. The ensemble gave a peek at her abs, and she styled her hair in loose curls to go with it.

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