One word: Peekaboo.
At the American Music Awards (AMAs) held November 24 at the Nokia Theater in L.A., stars played with fabrics and illusions, showing off hints of flesh with sheer fabric, cut-outs, down-to-there necklines, or up-to-here hemlines, in looks that ranged from “tantalizing tease” to “too much information.”
Taylor Swift, who won Artist of the Year, showed off seriously toned gams in a body-sculpting mirrored mini by Julien Macdonald, with a mesh underlay muting the overt sexiness of the deep-V neckline.
“Glee” actress Naya Rivera stunned in a black Michael Kors number with a dramatic train — and an even more dramatic keyhole front that framed her ample cleavage.
Singer Ciara turned up in a sheer black J. Mendel frock that, despite its graphic paneling and exquisite fit, left very little to the imagination. Following her lead was Heidi Klum, who proved that even a supermodel can’t make lace and fringe a winning combination.
Also in black was Icon Award winner Rihanna, who paired a beaded black bra top with a sheer mermaid skirt by Jean Paul Gaultier— although what set the Twittersphere aflutter was her “doobie wrap” hairstyle, or fuss-free updo typically worn at night to keep relaxed hair neat while sleeping.
The night’s best looks, however, were simply white-hot. Nicole Richie was sleek and elegant in an ivory Emilio Pucci number — despite the exaggerated cut-outs accentuating her hip bones.
Christina Aguilera, her “bare-all” days seemingly behind, channeled 1930s Hollywood in a white satin gown with diamond-shaped holes on the sides.
Miley Cyrus stood out — for once, in a good way — in a white pantsuit by Versus Versace accented by gold safety pins , looking — dare we say it? — better than Elizabeth Hurley did in the look’s original incarnation in 1994.
Lady Gaga (whom Versaceconfirmed this morning is the new face of its Spring 2014 campaign) rode in on a “horse”, in a lilac confection with sheer chiffon straps crisscrossing the bodice.
But a real standout for the evening was Jennifer Hudson in bright orange-and-pink Dior, with a cutaway hem on one leg showing off some toned pins.
To see these red carpet looks and more, click on the slideshow.
To watch video of the red carpet, click HERE.
