#MetroBeautyWatch: All The Beauty Looks We Can't Get Over At The 2021 VMAs
Alicia Keys, Jlo, Olivia Rodrigo gave us some head-turning hair and makeup looks to remember!
The annual MTV VMAs has arrived, and to say that we're ecstatic to see the stars is an understatement. Big winners included Justin Bieber for Artist of the Year, Lil Nas X for Video of the Year, Olivia Rodrigo for Song of the Year, BTS for Group of the Year, and much more. To see the complete list of winners, check our list out.
The evening, held at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, was an extravaganza of fashion and beauty, as always. Red carpet shows post-pandemic are surely on fire! Everyone showed up looking their VMAs best, in show-stopping ensembles and equally stunning beauty moments. From stars like the undeniable Jlo, to newcomers like Olivia Rodrigo, swipe through the gallery below to check out the top beauty trends we couldn't get enough of:
#MetroBeautyWatch: VMAs 2021
#MetroBeautyWatch: VMAs 2021
Jlo
The bombshell showed up in her signature waves, bronzed-up look, and smoky eyes that go oh-so-well with her skin-baring ensemble!
Photo Credit: @people
Kacey Musgraves
We love the subtle purple shimmer on Kacey's eyelids, which goes so well with her Valentino outfit.
Photo Credit: @justjared
Dove Cameron
Beachy waves, anyone? Dove stuns in a gray monochromatic look topped with pretty silver eyeshadow.
Photo Credit: @justjared
Madison Beer
Madison goes the Old Hollywood route with those sexy tresses, perfectly fitting for her body-hugging dress.
Photo Credit: @justjared
Camila Cabello
Camila goes the artsy route for her eyes, in graphic eye color, and a sleek, mid-parted 'do!
Photo Credit: @justjared
Normani
Normani's sleek 'do and statement graphic eye is a stark contrast against that crisp white getup!
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Megan Fox
Did someone say shower chic? Megan Fox makes a major red carpet comeback in a 'wet look' for her mermaid waves, draped perfectly against that tight body!
Photo Credit: @justjared
Rita Ora
Twists are the name of the game in Rita's look! She matches her black ensemble with dramatic smoky eyes, a no-brainer if you ask us.
Photo Credit: @justjared
Alicia Keys
Braids for days, done the classy Alicia Keys way.
Photo Credit: @justjared
Charli XCX
Big, curly hair was Charli's look of choice against that skin-baring lace look she sported on the red carpet.
Photo Credit: @justjared
Olivia Rodrigo
The VMA debutante showed up looking like the pretty young thing that she is, all ready for her VMA stage performance. Long, wavy locks and a power pout? Yes please!
Photo Credit: @justjared
Bretman Rock
Bretman gives us '70s Farrah Fawcett vibes in that sexy 'do!
Photo Credit: @justjared
Dixie and Charli Damelio
TikTok superstars Dixie and Charli Damelio went the '90s hair route with tendrils and updos galore!
Photo Credit: @justjared
Sofia Boutella
The elite dancer and actress wowed with blunt bangs and an equally chic bob, paired with a graphic cat eye.
Photo Credit: @justjared
Shay Mitchell
Shay Mitchell makes an entrance in a '90s-inspired updo and a statement eye situation. Who says falsies are out?
Photo Credit: @justjared
Winnie Harlow
The beauty that is Winnie Harlow looks regal in a slicked-back 'do and sexy, fluttery eyes.
Photo Credit: @justjared
Lead photos via @people and @justjared
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