The 2025 American Music Awards (AMAs) turned Las Vegas into a fashion frenzy as stars showed up and showed out on the purple carpet.

Here are 13 standout AMAs looks that had us doing double takes.

Ciara

Ciara poses on the purple carpet at the 2025 American Music Awards
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Presenter Ciara lit up the purple carpet in a strapless chainmail dress that shimmered under the lights. She leveled up the glam with sky-high platform heels and sleek styling.


Shaboozey

Shaboozey arrives at the 2025 American Music Awards
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Shaboozey brought full Hot Guy Summer vibes as a presenter in a custom Etro outfit featuring a check wool jacket, matching chaps, and David Yurman jewelry. It was cowboy couture at its finest.


Gloria Estefan

Gloria Estefan at the 2025 AMAs
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Music legend and performer Gloria Estefan embraced the 3D floral trend in a rose-red gown adorned with textured blooms along the neckline and sleeves—delivering timeless beauty with a modern twist.


Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum attends the 2025 American Music Awards
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Heidi Klum pulled up with a bold all-black look.


Becky G

Becky G at the 2025 American Music Awards
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Becky G turned heads in a strapless cheetah-print dress that screamed confidence and star power. The pop princess didn’t come to play!


Sandra “Pepa” Denton

Sandra “Pepa” Denton of Salt-N-Pepa poses on the purple carpet at the 2025 AMAs
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Sandra “Pepa” Denton of Salt-N-Pepa looked beautiful as she served Hip Hop royalty on the carpet.


Jordan Chiles

Jordan Chiles attends the 2025 American Music Awards
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Olympic gymnast Jordan Chiles brought sporty glam to the carpet with a custom look that mixed athletic flair and high fashion. She was golden—literally.


Machine Gun Kelly

Machine Gun Kelly at the 2025 American Music Awards
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Machine Gun Kelly kept it cool and classic as a presenter in a black-and-white suit, finishing the look with iconic Converse Chuck Taylors for that signature MGK edge.


Jon Batiste

Jon Batiste on the purple carpet at the 2025 AMAs
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Always stylish, Jon Batiste kept it classic but cool in a tailored tux with a pop of color in the details.


Kai Cenat

Kai Cenat on the purple carpet at the 2025 AMAs
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Streamer and content king Kai Cenat made his AMA debut suited and booted.


Wayne Brady

Wayne Brady on the purple carpet at the 2025 American Music Awards
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Wayne Brady hit the carpet in a bold, statement-making suit.


Kehlani

Kehlani appears on the purple carpet at the 2025 AMAs
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Kehlani turned up in a sparkly mini dress with sheer accents and sharp styling.


From legends like Pepa and Gloria Estefan to new-gen stars like Kai Cenat and Shaboozey, the 2025 AMAs purple carpet gave us a little bit of everything—glam, edge, nostalgia, and straight-up star power.

Which look was your favorite?

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