Whether it’s on stage or on the red carpet, you never know what to expect at MTV’s Video Music Awards.

The awards show’s “anything goes” attitude has inspired some of the most legendary looks in pop culture history, from Madonna’s iconic bridal-chic “Like a Virgin” ensemble to Lady Gaga’s infamous meat dress and Lil’ Kim’s purple pastie moment, and so much more.

So stars were down to take some sartorial risks while attending the 2025 VMAs at New York’s UBS Arena on Sunday night.

Doja Cat turned up the volume in a quilted blue and yellow Balmain mini dress, which she teamed with full caramel curls and a sparkling lipstick shaped clutch with a crimson pout that matched.

Ricky Martin, the evening’s Latin Icon Award recipient, was all attitude in a sea foam-hued shirt, unbuttoned to show off his chest and several sparkling necklaces.