The most daring looks celebrities have worn at the BET Awards over the years

Their dresses had matching halter tops, long tulle sleeves with slits, mermaid skirts, and sparkling lace embroidery.

Kelly Rowland's dress was black, Beyoncé's gown was deep blue, and Michelle Williams' version was an aqua shade.

The actress — who went on to host the 2022 event — also wore pink sunglasses, silver jewelry, and black platform sandals.

Adrienne Bailon stood out in her barely-there dress, which had an asymmetrical top and a wrap skirt.

Kiely William, on the other hand, sported an animal-print minidress with furry boots, and Naturi Naughton rocked a two-piece ensemble made from brown leather.

Her outfit included a mint-green bra with flowers across the neckline and straps that crisscrossed around her waist.

There was also a matching miniskirt decorated with long strips of fabric, cloth bracelets, and metallic heels.

Her blue-and-green swimsuit — which had stone beads across the top piece — matched her long-sleeved, floor-length cover-up.

It also paired well with her turquoise belt, beaded jewelry, and cork sandals.

The rapper wore a white zip-up jacket and matching sweatpants — both of which were decorated with pictures of SpongeBob Squarepants.

And her accessories were equally bold. She wore multiple scrunchies in her hair, a bralette under her open jacket, a diamond cross necklace, and carried a SpongeBob lunchbox as a purse.

The sleeveless outfit also had a crocheted, sleeveless bodice with waist cutouts and a wrap skirt with a short slit.

For accessories, the musician rocked glitter-covered sunglasses and sparkling, thigh-high boots.

Not only was her white halter dress made from see-through, flower-shaped lace, but it also had a cutout across the bodice and a slit in its skirt.

She paired it with heeled flip-flops.

Her metallic gown was also form-fitting with long sleeves and lock embellishments.

To make the see-through look even bolder, the musician also wore leather gloves and black boots.

She paired printed leggings, black heeled boots, and chunky jewelry with a tight, pink minidress. The latter had ruffled sleeves that matched the hem of her skirt.

Richards' off-the-shoulder Marga Dossa gown had sheer paneling on both sides of her hips and legs.

The actor's Michael Costello dress was designed with a plunging neckline and a thigh-high slit down the middle. She accessorized the look with L'Dezen jewelry.

The actress wore an Emanuel Ungaro bomber jacket and skirt designed with a thigh-high slit. She paired it with a black bandeau and baseball hat.

The singer's dress had a plunging neckline, midriff cutouts, and a thigh-high slit down the middle.

Hilton's white dress had geometric cutouts along her chest and midriff. It also had a thigh-high slit.

Palmer's Alon Livne dress had a plunging neckline and upper-thigh cutouts. She paired the look with white pumps.

Anthony paired the Thai Nguyen Atelier dress with gold heels and jewelry.

The actor wore a Nicolas Jebran dress that was designed with a green beaded bodice and a black hat.

Banks' look was designed with sheer sleeves and pants.

The rapper walked the carpet in kitty ears and a crocheted dress. She paired it with a matching pink shawl, heels, and a bedazzled cat purse.

The rapper wore a bejeweled top with rows of chains dripping down. She paired it with a coordinating skirt with sheer paneling and two thigh-high slits.

Anthony's dress was designed with sheer paneling throughout, including across her chest. She completed the look with silver hoop earrings and black pumps.

The rapper's dress had several daring cutouts and was designed with a low-rise skirt.

Byron Javar styled the singer in a Jeremy Scott dress and blue gloves.

The rapper's suit had several prints, including leopard and plaid. He wore it with white boots and a hat.

The rapper's dress had a plunging neckline and two thigh-high slits.

The singer wore a black Valentino dress that was completely sheer and showed off her matching bra and underwear underneath.

The rapper wore a stunning Andrea Gossi look.

The actor's dress featured the iconic Versace gold print and had a bustier top designed with sheer paneling.

Megan Thee Stallion's gown at the 2021 event had the designer's signature cone-shaped bra top and bejeweled chains at the straps. She accessorized her look with diamond jewelry by Bulgari and silver sandals.

He paired the sweater vest with black shorts and two suitcases.

Styled by Jason Rembert, Lizzo wore a custom Gucci gown with a plunging neckline and thigh-high slit. It also had a black feather trim.

Chyna made a statement in a gold bustier top with a metallic skirt that had a thigh-high slit. She completed the look with chandelier earrings and cuff bracelets.

The singer wore jewelry designed by Laurel Street that formed the outline of a bra with matching pasties. She paired that with a miniskirt and statement earrings.

Walker and the designer were accused of cultural appropriation for using the indigenous community's jewelry in the wrong context. Laurel Street issued a statement to apologize.

"I apologize for not sharing and educating on the history of the Hmong people, and I will further educate myself," the Instagram statement read. "Summer Walker is a living, breathing goddess, it was not our intention to sexualize these pieces but more a celebration of life and the beauty of women."

Law Roach styled Santana in an Area couture checkered blazer and matching neon boots.

The singer and actress wore a Roberto Cavalli gown. It was designed with leather straps and a rose in the center.

Leray wore an Alexander Wang outfit made up of an oversized, crisp white shirt, a bra top, a denim blazer, shorts, and over-the-knee denim boots.

Styled by Jason Bolden, Waithe wore a pastel-blue Casablanca suit designed with colorful lapels. Louboutin shoes completed the look.

Ross paired his Noid look with black AVAVAV shoes designed to look like feet, as well as Gentle Monster sunglasses and a grill by Alligator Jesus.