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The Best Looks From The 2020 American Music Awards Delivered All The Glam

by Angela Melero
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Just when you thought the red carpet inspiration was done for the year, in comes the 2020 American Music Awards with the looks that'll surely tide you over until 2021. Yes, the socially distant three-hour show, which took place at Los Angeles' Microsoft Theater, served up all the sparkle, shine, and glam that everyone needs right now, especially leading up to the holiday season.

Arriving in a two-piece silver set from Balmain with a thigh-high slit and coordinating silver strappy sandals was Jennifer Lopez, who kicked things off on a stylish note (naturally). The singer was one of the night's anticipated performers, teaming up with Maluma for "Pa Ti + Lonely." (Oh, and her wavy bob will surely be trending and popping up on inspiration boards for months to come.)

Also bringing the sartorial heat was the show's host, Taraji P. Henson, who stunned on the event's red carpet in a Giorgio Armani mini dress, Tiffany jewels, and Tom Ford sandals. The look, styled by Jason Bolden, was accessorized perfectly with an ultra-chic bedazzled turban (and face shield!).

The pièce de re´sistance was arguably Ciara's cloak-like red and black gown by Balmain. The singer and presenter truly stunned, pairing the look with thigh-high black patent leather boots.

Ready for more? Ahead, the top looks from the 2020 American Music Awards' dazzling red carpet.

2020 American Music Awards Looks: Taraji P. Henson

In a Giorgio Armani dress, Tiffany jewelry, and Tom Ford heels.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Jennifer Lopez

In Balmain.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Ciara

In a Balmain dress.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Laverne Cox

Wearing Nancy Newberg jewelry.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Megan Fox & Machine Gun Kelly

Fox is in an Azzi and Osta dress with a Tyler Ellis clutch and Giambattista Valli sandals. Machine Gun Kelly is in Balmain.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Dua Lipa

In Versace.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Doja Cat

In Andreas Kronthaler for Vivienne Westwood dress.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Cara Delevingne

In Dior jewels.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Bebe Rexha

In Julien Macdonald dress.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Becky G

In a Ralph & Russo dress.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Paris Hilton

In a Valdrin Sahiti dress.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Megan Thee Stallion

In an Area dress.

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2020 American Music Awards Looks: Taraji P. Henson

In a Carolina Herrera gown.

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