After going virtual last year [1], the 2021 MTV Europe Music Awards were held in-person in Budapest, Hungary, at the Papp László Budapest Sportaréna. Hosted by American rapper Saweetie, the awards saw a long list of the world's best musicians — both nominated and in attendance — with Ed Sheeran, Maluma, Måneskin, Yungblud, Kim Petras, and Griff all performing live.
And while the performances are amazing, one of the other exciting aspects of the EMAs was the celebrity fashion, and as with many music award shows, they did not disappoint. Rita Ora brought glamour to the red carpet in a black jumpsuit with a feathered bodice and feathered train. Griff [2] went for her signature cute aesthetic, and wore a pastel two-piece set with ornate lace, pearl, and silk details. We loved that Maluma went for a classic "music award show" outfit in a leather jacket and trouser set that was covered in sparkling panther-head studs and gold panther-teeth. But we can't have a conversation about best dressed without highlighting Damiano David of Måneskin, who wore a sparkling, sheer black crop top with latex boots, latex opera gloves, and fishnet stockings. Keep reading to see our favourite celebrity fashion from the 2021 MTV EMAs red carpet.
Måneskin at the MTV EMAs 2021
Ethan Torchio wore a gold blouse and black trousers, Thomas Raggi wore a black-and-gold diamond check two-piece set, Damiano David wore a sheer black crop top, jewel-covered pants, latex opera gloves, latex boots, and fishnet stockings, and Victoria De Angelis wore a light blue-and-gold pinstripe suit with oversize lapels.
Damiano David of the Band Måneskin
Saweetie at the MTV EMAs 2021
Saweetie wore a black-and-brown ombré Givenchy dress.
Rita Ora at the MTV EMAs 2021
Rita Ora wore a black jumpsuit with feather details.
Rita Ora and Taika Waititi at the MTV EMAs 2021
Taika Waititi wore a dark navy velvet shirt and trousers.
Kim Petras at the MTV EMAs 2021
Kim Petras wore a yellow checked outfit.
Olly Alexander at the MTV EMAs 2021
Olly Alexander wore a sheer printed dress.
Winnie Harlow at the MTV EMAs 2021
Winnie Harlow wore a blue minidress with a feather bodice.
Griff at the MTV EMAs 2021
Griff wore a purple-and-yellow silk and white lace two-piece set with pearl details.
Yungblud at the MTV EMAs 2021
Yungblud wore black patent trousers and a white suit jacket.
Oumi Janta at the MTV EMAs 2021
Oumi Janta wore a highlighter yellow two-piece set.
Harriet Rose at the MTV EMAs 2021
Harriet Rose wore a Eudon Choi pinstripe suit.
Ed Sheeran at the MTV EMAs 2021
Ed Sheeran wore a blue-and-orange velvet suit.
Maluma at the MTV EMAs 2021
Maluma wore a leather jacket and leather trousers with gold and sparkling stud details.
Saweetie at the MTV EMAs 2021
Saweetie wore a black lace Givenchy outfit.
Saweetie and Winnie Harlow at the MTV EMAs 2021
Montana Brown at the MTV EMAs 2021
Montana Brown wore a white Galia Lahav bridal gown.
William Ernult at the MTV EMAs 2021
William Ernult wore a black velvet blazer and pleated leather skirt.
Jeny Bonsenge aka Jeny Bsg at the MTV EMAs 2021
Jeny Bonsenge wore a green minidress.
Rianne Meijer at the MTV EMAs 2021
Rianne Meijer wore a pale pink midi dress.
Manu Gavassi at the MTV EMAs 2021
Manu Gavassi wore a graphic print white dress.