35 of the most iconic red carpet looks in Grammys history

Gabbi ShawMar 11, 2021, 01:32 IST

Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift at the 58th Grammy Awards on February 15, 2016.Jason Merritt/Getty Images

The 63rd Grammy Awards are on Sunday, March 14.
In honor of the show, we've picked the 35 most iconic red carpet looks in Grammys history.
Ariana Grande's gray princess gown is one of our most recent favorites.

The Grammys have aired every year without fail since 1959. Since then, we've celebrated many musical accomplishments, surprising performances, and, of course, amazing fashion.

To celebrate the upcoming 63rd ceremony on Sunday, we've picked the 35 most iconic red carpet looks, from Billy Porter's motorized hat to Dolly Parton's pink cowboy outfit.

Keep scrolling to see if your favorite Grammys look made the cut.

At the 1972 Grammys, Aretha Franklin looked spectacular in a head-to-toe orange ensemble.

Aretha Franklin holding a Grammy Award at the 14th Annual Grammy Awards on March 14, 1972. Walt Disney Television/Getty Images

At the 1974 ceremony, Cher looked like a fairy princess with her butterfly clip and detailing on her top.

Cher attends the Grammy Awards on March 2, 1974. Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images

Dolly Parton certainly brought cowboy chic to the 1977 Grammys.

Dolly Parton at the Hollywood Palladium in 1977. Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection/Getty Images

Grace Jones' bold hat and matching outfit at the 1983 Grammys is only outdone by her jewel-toned makeup.

Grace Jones at the 1983 Grammy Awards. Chris Walter/WireImage/Getty Images

Michael Jackson's bedazzled military jacket, one white glove, and aviators at the 1984 Grammys are all part of one of his most famous looks of all time.

Michael Jackson at the 26th Annual GRAMMY Awards in 1984. Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

At the 1988 ceremony, Prince proved that no one was more flamboyant than him, wearing a polka-dot suit with matching high heeled boots.

Prince at the 1988 Grammys. Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

There's never been a more late '80s fashion moment than Paula Abdul's monochromatic look (with matching golden scrunchie) at the 1990 ceremony.

Singer Paula Abdul attends the 32nd Annual Grammy Awards on February 21, 1990. Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

Selena channeled old Hollywood glamour at the 1994 Grammys.

Selena attends the 36th Grammy Awards held at Radio City Music Hall in 1994. Robin Platzer/IMAGES/Getty Images

Not many people can pull off a turtleneck gown, but Shania Twain did at the 1994 Grammys.

Singer Shania Twain wearing white long-sleeved turtle neck gown to the Grammys in 1994. Mirek Towski/DMI/The LIFE Picture Collection via Getty Image

Mary J. Blige's leopard-print ensemble at the 1996 Grammys is still in style today.

Mary J Blige at the 1996 Grammy Awards. Russell Einhorn/Liaison via Getty Images

In 1997, Lauryn Hill wore this red and white color-blocked ensemble to the Grammys.

Lauryn Hill at the 39th Annual Grammy Awards in 1997. Kevin Mazur/WireImage/Getty Images

Jada Pinkett Smith's baby bump sparkled at the 1998 ceremony in this two-toned gown.

Jada Pinkett arrives at the Grammy Awards in New York City on February 25, 1998. Arnaldo Magnani/Getty Images

Jennifer Lopez's Versace dress at the 2000 Grammy Awards is one of the most iconic dresses of all time.

Jennifer Lopez at the 2000 Grammys. Scott Gries/ImageDirect

Britney Spears had the perfect winter white look at the 2000 ceremony.

Britney Spears at the 42nd Grammy Awards. Kevin Mazur/WireImage/Getty Images

All other participants in the naked dress trend can only try to measure up to Toni Braxton's barely there look at the 2001 Grammys.

Toni Braxton with her Grammy backstage at the 43rd Grammy Awards on February 21, 2001. Scott Gries/ImageDirect/Getty Images

That same year, Destiny's Child rocked matching green outfits. They wouldn't have looked out of place in the Garden of Eden.

Destiny's Child with their Grammys backstage at the 43rd Grammy Awards on February 21, 2001. Scott Gries/ImageDirect/Getty Images

Kanye West's 2006 Grammys look - a purple suit with giant lapels, white golf gloves, and chrome sunglasses - wouldn't look that out of place in 2021.

Kanye West at the 48th Grammy Awards on February 8, 2006. AP

At the 2009 Grammys, MIA wore a sheer dress with choice polka dot patches on the red carpet.

M.I.A. at the 51st Grammy Awards on February 8, 2009. AP

Lady Gaga's neon yellow hair and celestial dress at the 2010 Grammys will go down in awards show history.

Lady Gaga at the 52nd Grammy Awards on January 31, 2010. John Shearer/ Getty

Rihanna's see-through striped gown at the 2011 Grammys almost looks like an optical illusion.

Singer Rihanna arrives at the 53rd Grammy Awards on February 13, 2011. Steve Granitz/WireImage/Getty Images

Fergie wore a lacy orange dress with black undergarments at the 2012 ceremony.

Singer Fergie of the Black Eyed Peas arrives at the 54th Grammy Awards on February 12, 2012. Jason Merritt/Getty Images

We wish Adele would stray from her typical all-black ensembles more often, like she did at the 2013 Grammys in this red floral look.

Adele arrives at the 55th Grammy Awards on February 10, 2013. Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARAS

Katy Perry wore this show-stopping sea foam green on the 2013 red carpet.

Singer Katy Perry arrives at the 55th Grammy Awards on February 10, 2013. Jason Merritt/Getty Images

In 2014, Beyoncé wore this sheer lace gown while attending the ceremony.

Singer Beyoncé poses in the press room during the 56th Grammy Awards on January 26, 2014. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Rihanna's puffy pink tiered gown at the 2015 ceremony left us speechless.

Singer Rihanna arrives at the 57th Grammy Awards on February 8, 2015. Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic/Getty Images

Taylor Swift and Selena Gomez took BFF goals to a whole new level when they were each other's dates to the 2016 Grammys - and they both looked amazing.

Musicians Selena Gomez and Taylor Swift attend the 58th Grammy Awards on February 15, 2016. Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Rihanna makes her third appearance on this list for her tattoo-bearing crop top and billowing black skirt at the 2017 ceremony.

Rihanna at the 59th Grammy Awards on February 12, 2017. Frazer Harrison/Getty

Cardi B made her Grammys debut in 2018, wearing a customarily bold white gown.

Cardi B at the 60th Grammy Awards on January 28, 2018. Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images

Also that night, Miley Cyrus channeled her inner princess after a performance with Elton John.

Recording artist Miley Cyrus poses in the press room during the 60th Grammy Awards on January 28, 2018. Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for NARAS

SZA looked absolutely ethereal on the red carpet in 2018.

Recording artist SZA attends the 60th Grammy Awards on January 28, 2018. Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for NARAS

Cardi B looked like the pearl inside an oyster on the 2019 red carpet.

Cardi B at the 2019 Grammy Awards on February 10, 2019. Steve Granitz/Getty Images

Before the pandemic shut down all red carpets, Ariana Grande wore a bold gray gown at the 2020 Grammys.

Ariana Grande attends the 2020 Grammys. Amy Sussman/Getty Images

Billy Porter wore a remote-controlled fringed hat and matching fringed bodysuit on the 2020 red carpet.

Billy Porter attends the 62nd Grammy Awards on January 26, 2020. Amy Sussman/Getty Images

Lil Nas X's neon pink outfit in 2020 was instantly iconic.

Lil Nas X attends the 2020 Grammys. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

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