Taylor Swift and Teyana Taylor Lead Best-Dressed at VMAs 2026
Stars embraced bold looks in witchy black and corsetry on the VMA red carpet.
Taylor Swift and Teyana Taylor have been named the best-dressed celebrities at the 2026 MTV VMAs, according to Page Six Style & Shopping Director Elana Fishman. The event's red carpet saw a strong trend of "witchy black" ensembles, with celebrities embracing dramatic and often vampiric styles.
Teyana Taylor captivated onlookers in a floor-sweeping Zuhair Murad Couture gown adorned with feathers. Charli XCX also opted for a dark aesthetic, wearing a velvet two-piece from Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello.
Corsetry was another prominent feature of the evening's fashion. Taylor Swift made a statement in a sparkling, semi-sheer Tamara Ralph Couture gown that featured a laced back. Other attendees, including Olandria and Ciara Miller, showcased corseted leather outfits.
Pearls emerged as a popular accessory. Ella Bright, star of "Off Campus," complemented her archival Roberto Cavalli dress with a multi-strand pearl choker. Raye also graced the red carpet in a glamorous Georges Hobeika Couture gown embellished with silver details and delicate pearl drops.
The event took place on September 28, 2026, with the fashion trends reflecting a readiness for the upcoming Halloween season, despite the holiday being a month away.