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2011 MTV Video Music Awards fashion Celebrities arrive for the MTV VMAs at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles.
Aug. 28, 2011
Singer Katy Perry arrives in an Asian-inspired ensemble. Her video "Firework" won the VMA for Video of the Year.
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Singer Beyonce arrives at the VMAs in a flowing caftan by Lanvin, hugging her newly revealed baby bump. For her performance later in the evening, Beyonce donned a purple sequined Dolce & Gabbana tuxedo, complete with maternity top.
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Actress Katie Holmes presented at this year's Video Music Awards.
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Singer Miley Cyrus arrives in a long-sleeved dress by Roberto Cavalli.
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Rapper Nicki Minaj arrives in a larger-than-life costume before winning the VMA for Best Hip Hop Video.
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Britney Spears smiles for her fans. The singer won Best Pop Video and the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard Award.
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Singer Tony Bennett performed a tribute to Amy Winehouse at this year's VMAs.
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TV personality Kim Kardashian shows off her backside in a shimmering, cutout gown.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Singer Ne-Yo arrives in style at the VMAs.
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Actor and VMA presenter Paul Rudd arrives at the awards show in a classic suit sans tie.
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Rapper Whiz Khalifa arrives with model Amber Rose.
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Nickelodeon actress Victoria Justice steps onto the black carpet of the MTV Video Music Awards in gold sequined dress by Theory and Rock & Republic shoes. The 2011 VMAs were the first for the eighteen-year-old.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Comedian and actor Andrew Dice Clay arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards in an embossed crocodile leather vest. He was banned from the awards in 1989, after using foul language on the stage of the live show.
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Rapper Flo Rida arrives with former Miss Poland Maria Nowakowska.
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Singer and actor Drake Bell of Nickelodeon fame poses on the black carpet.
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Actress Zoe Saldana wears a black leather capped sleeve dress by Barbara Bui, with wool tweed side panels and cheetah print heels.
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Justin Bieber, with his pet snake, named Johnson, appeared on the black carpet in red pants, gold chains, wire framed glasses and a gold broach. Bieber won the VMA for best male video.
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Musician Patrick Carney of The Black Keys arrives at the VMAs.
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Singer Kelly Rowland strikes a pose after arriving at the Nokia Theatre.
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Left to right: Ace Hood, Rapper Rick Ross and DJ Khaled. Ross was one of several presenters for the evening.
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Singer Adele wore a custom, embellished Barbara Tfank cotton dress.
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Aug. 28, 2011
JoJo arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards in a black leather Marco Marco mini dress.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Singer Selena Gomez helped host MTV's pre show, interviewing guests including boyfriend Justin Beiber. Gomez wore a black dress with full train and a plunging back line.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Access Hollywood correspondent Maria Menounos arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards in a sage green mini dress with zipper detail.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards in a brown and orange strapless cocktail dress with flame shaped overlays. Polizzi paired the dress with nude heels which match Deena Cortese, her "Jersey Shore" co-star.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Ukrainian Singer Mika Newton arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards in a gold lamé frock.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Teen Wolf star Holland Roden arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards. The MTV series recently finished its first season and was signed for a second season.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Teen Wolf star Crystal Reed arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards in a tee and snakeskin mini.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Rapper Busta Rhymes arrives at the MTV Video Music awards. The rapper was nominated for best collaboration with Chris Brown and Lil Wayne.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Singer Jessie J arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards in a crystal studded bustie. Despite a broken ankle, the singer will be house musician for the awards show.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Jersey Shore's Sammi "Sweetheart" Giancola arrives at the VMA's with fellow cast-mates. The cast recently returned from filming the fourth season of the show in Italy.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Pop rock band Cobra Starship helped open the VMA pre-show, performing their hit "You Make Me Feel," in the lobby of the JW Marriott hotel where MTV placed their black carpet entrance.
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Skylar Grey arrived on the black carpet in a cropped sleeveless turtleneck, combat boots and dramatic eyeliner. The "Invisible" singer, formerly known as Holly Brook, recently collaborated on a song with Marilyn Manson.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Teen Wolf actor Colton Haynes arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards in a flannel shirt, motorcycle jacket and dark jeans, all by Diesel Black Gold. The MTV series recently concluded its first season and was signed for a second season.
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Deena Nicole Cortese arrives at the VMAs in a rainbow striped tube dress. The Jersey Shore cast member told MTV VJs the dress reflected her personality.
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Singer/songwriter Bonnie McKee arrives at the VMAs in a nude romper. McKee composed the song "Hold It Against Me," for Britney Spears, who won the Michael Jackson Video Vanguard award.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Musician Pete Wenz of Fall Out Boy and the Black Cards arrives on MTV's black carpet in a tailored gray suit.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Best new artist nominee Kreayshawn arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards in a multi-colored, Mickey Mouse print dress. The Bay Area rapper was the red-carpet host for this year's VMAs.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Rebecca Black arrives at the MTV Video Music Awards in a Theory jacket and Louboutin heels. Black released her second song, "My Moment," in July.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Actor and comedian Kevin Hart was a one of the celebrity presenters at the this year's VMAs.
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Aug. 28, 2011
Black Veil Brides pose on the VMA black carpet.
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