VMAs 2025 Worst Dressed: Ice Spice and Frankie Grande among 10 stars who failed to impress on red carpet

ELMONT, NEW YORK: The 2025 VMAs rolled out the red carpet, but some stars turned it into a fashion battlefield. As the biggest names in music arrived at New York’s UBS Arena, the spotlight quickly shifted from the awards to the outrageous outfits that left fans doing double takes.

Hosted by LL COOL J and streamed live on Paramount+, CBS, and MTV, the show promised to celebrate music’s brightest — but not everyone hit the right note when it came to style. From wild ruffles and clashing prints to downright baffling cuts and textures, some celebs pushed the limits of fashion and toppled right over.

This year’s unofficial dress code seemed to be “the weirder, the better.” While a few pulled off edgy elegance, others delivered looks that missed the mark entirely.

Here’s a look at the most talked-about style missteps from this year’s VMAs. 

1. Taylor Momsen

'Gossip Girl' alum Taylor Momsen embraced her signature rocker vibe at the VMAs, stepping out in an edgy look. She paired a simple black bra with ultra low-rise leather pants that showed off her toned abs.

Her tousled hair flowed freely as she piled on accessories — stacks of rings, layered bracelets, chunky necklaces, and a studded belt that amped up the grunge aesthetic. To complete the look, she went heavy on the black eye makeup, perfectly matching the dark, rebellious tone of her outfit.

But with so many clashing elements competing for attention, the look felt more overdone than iconic, earning Momsen a spot on the worst-dressed list.

2. Rebecca Black

Rebecca Black’s VMAs look missed the mark by trying to do too much at once. Her outfit mashed together clashing styles — a dramatic doily-inspired skirt, towering platform sandals, and a fur top that looked like something a stylish caveman might wear. The result was a confusing fashion statement that felt more chaotic than chic.

3. Ice Spice

Ice Spice hit the 2025 VMAs red carpet with a daring twist on the lingerie-as-outerwear trend, choosing a lacy yellow corset that flirted with the look without going fully sheer. She paired it with a clashing blue plaid patchwork skirt and topped it off with a voluminous salmon-colored updo. While the intent may have been edgy and fashion-forward, the result leaned more chaotic than chic, landing her squarely on the night’s worst-dressed list.

4. Olivia Dunne

Former gymnast Olivia Dunne brought sleek sophistication to the 2025 VMAs red carpet in an all-black three-piece ensemble by Dolce & Gabbana. The striking look featured a bralette, tailored blazer, and matching trousers, effortlessly blending elegance with business-chic. She completed the outfit with black Jimmy Choos, a stylish purse, and her long blonde hair slicked back in a glamorous, Rapunzel-worthy style.

But while polished, the outfit leaned more corporate than red-carpet ready, leaving the look flat and landing Dunne on the night’s worst-dressed list.

5. Zara Larsson

Zara Larsson captivated the 2025 VMAs red carpet in a sheer mini dress adorned with shimmering tassels and floral accents. She paired the look with vibrant blue undergarments, showcasing her fearless and artistic sense of style.

But the bold undergarment choice clashed with the delicate detailing, making the outfit feel more distracting than daring and landing Larsson on the worst-dressed list.

6. Paris Hilton

Paris Hilton arrived at the event in a black leather flame-shaped dress paired with tights, leather gloves, a choker, and pumps — but the look didn’t quite hit the mark.

7. Alix Earle

TikTok star Alix Earle wore a white oversized T-shirt styled as a mini dress, paired with classic black pumps. While she showed off her legs effortlessly, the look gave off strong casual, last-minute vibes.

8. Frankie Grande

Frankie Grande made a bold statement in a yellow-and-black striped suit that grabbed everyone’s attention — though not for the reasons he might have hoped.

9. Megan Stalter

Actress and comedian Megan Stalter turned heads on the red carpet with a quirky fashion choice: a white gown featuring a dramatic oversized circular fabric detail at the end of the skirt. Adding to the playful look, she accessorized with a bedazzled Dunkin’ Donuts cup–shaped handbag, blending high fashion with a touch of humor and caffeine-inspired flair.

But the over-the-top gimmick overshadowed the glamour, leaving the look more costume-like than couture and landing Stalter on the worst-dressed list.

10. Lola Young

Singer Lola Young stepped out in a black crop top, jacket, and capri pants, layered with gold belts, chunky necklaces, and high socks — an accessory overload that left her look overly busy.