AP Photo/Chris PizzelloWho could forget the infamous meat dress?
Like Lady Gaga, there have been celebs before and after making major (read: interesting) fashion risks when it comes to the MTV Video Music Awards' red carpet. But when your guest list includes the likes of Nicki Minaj, Christina Aguilera and Rita Ora, what else would you expect?
And because year after year we're sometimes left wondering "wtf?" we've rounded up 11 favorite moments from the past to jog your memory and get you excited for what's to come when the show airs this Sunday, August 27.
Keep scrolling for the best of the best when it comes to real red carpet ricks at the VMAs.
Ahh the meat dress. Who could forget this wild moment from the 2010 VMAs? (The answer is no one.)
The "Stronger" singer said goodbye to the frilly, girly and glitzy gowns she was known for. At the 2002 ceremony, she shocked the crowd with her audacious black halter dress, lace-up heels, gloves and captain hat.
Nicki arrived at the 2011 show in this larger-than-life ensemble—the remnants of stuffed animals lined her legs, people.
Raise your glass to this fierce lewk. Not one for following trends, the singer graced the red carpet with vibrant pink spikey hair, low-rise jeans, a gold sequins halter top and bold coat.
Vogue! The pop star struck a pose at the 1984 awards ceremony in her iconic white-hot dress, lace gloves and statement jewelry pieces.
Rawr: In 2018, the model accessorized her bondage-inspired, red latex bodysuit with a cat mask and whip, of course.
Back in '98, the rapper gave new meaning to color coordination. Her wig, jumpsuit, pasties and lipstick all matched, making this lilac look instantly iconic.
One word: Yeehaw! Diplo surprised fans and viewers at the 2019 event with his wildly colorful get-up. From his patterned suit to the matching cowboy hat and flashy belt buckle, this was an unforgettable red carpet moment.
A fashion statement, literally. The 33-year-old rapper had an important message to share as she walked the red carpet in a rainbow-colored jumpsuit.
The same year J.Lo wore her legendary green Versace dress, she also rocked this all-white ensemble to the 2000 MTV VMAs. From the bedazzled bandana to the glitzy Sean John crop top, this is a lewk to remember.
The Versace design that dropped jaws and turned heads. The supermodel sizzled at the 1992 ceremony with this dominatrix-esque dress.
The "Fireworks" singer brought the glitz and the glamour to the 2008 ceremony. However, she kept her ensemble playful and flirty with purple heels, a feathered accessory, a diamond hairpiece and a patriotic purse.
Triple threat! The trio mixed dazzling with daring at the 2000 show. From the bedazzled bustiers to the latex leather bottoms, Destiny's Child stunned in these uniquely designed outfits.
In 2015, Miley let it all hang out in this bedazzled chrome number.
Bam! The 26-year-old star was a force on the red carpet with her superhero-inspired ensemble.
Gwen's iconic '98 style will forever be admired, including this get-up. The blue hair, matching bikini top, face jewelry and hula-hoop skirt paired with pants truly embodied the "more is more" approach.
Sky almost freed the nipple with her sparkly pasties, which perfectly matched her 2018 sparkly suit.
The "Dirrty" singer's Y2K uniform pretty much consisted of this always—barely-there mini skirts, scarves as tops and page boy-esque hats.
Channeling her best Britney Spears in "Toxic," Baddie's red carpet outfit packed major personality.
Before Rihanna hit the CFDA Awards in 2014, there was Rose at the MTV VMAs in this see-through number.
She never lets us down! Arriving on the red carpet in 2018, the Brit left little to the imagination with this sheer gown.
The supermodel left the typical dress at home, and instead, opted for something fun, flirty and fierce.
Back in 2001, Instagram wasn't yet a thing, so Macy took it upon herself to throw in some shameless self-promotion.
We applaud the singer's determination to not let her injury get in the way of a fabulous outfit.
Twins! Leave it to Amber and BFF Blac Chyna to make a serious statement on the red carpet.
In 2016, the reality star went full Wonder Woman—literally.
The "Fantasy" singer brought... well, the fantasy to the red carpet in 1997. Although her black co-ord set is simple, it's oh so striking.
They're pretty out there, huh?
Can't wait to see what this year has in store.