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25 BET Awards Red Carpet Outfits That Celebrated Individual Style

With only a few days left until its telecast, the 2015 BET Awards red carpet is shaping up to be another exciting night of fashion. In honor of that, let's take a look back at 25 outfits that took everyone's breaths away. The biggest superstars of music, TV, and film come together for the annual awards show, and truly BRING IT on the carpet. From Beyoncé to Zendaya, these gorgeous ladies and gentlemen of the BET Awards prove that the best fashion moment is one that celebrates individual style. True, these celebrities have a glam squad that get them red carpet ready for any event, but without the strict dress code of the Met Gala and similar events, the stars at the BET red carpet only follow one rule: slay them with style.

by Marc Cuenco

Janelle Monae, 2013

Janelle sticks to her signature style, yet she’s still one of the most exciting artists to watch on the red carpet. That’s magic.

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Kerry Washington, 2014

The TV star looked radiant in this garden party stunner.

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Rihanna, 2008

There’s something about Rihanna and yellow gowns on the red carpet that’s just breathtaking.

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Zendaya, 2014

A throwback nod to Aaliyah and Left Eye with a dash of Cutthroat.

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Taraji P. Henson, 2011

Henson (pre-Cookie) serving up golden goddess.

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Ledisi, 2014

The legs, the ruffles, the styling give me life.

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Michelle Williams, 2014

Michelle looked glam in this gown’s bright color and interesting neckline.

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Pharrell and Ciara, 2008

The cool kids. I want to be them.

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Regina Hall, 2014

This is how you wear a power suit.

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Gabby Douglas, 2013

Kicking butt at the Olympics and on the red carpet.

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Tracee Ellis Ross, 2011

The TV star dazzled in this metallic mini.

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Nicki Minaj, 2011

Like a BOSS.

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Brandy, 2013

The details and structure make Brandy’s getup a knockout.

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Angela Bassett, 2013

Screen diva Angela slayed in black and gold.

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Meagan Good, 2013

The actress vamped it up in blue.

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Alicia Keys, 2009

Confident and poised, but with a little bit of edge.

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Latarsha Rose, 2014

The actress mixed up hard and soft style elements and the result is fierce.

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Willow and Jaden Smith, 2011

Willow’s Fresh Prince tee though.

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Mo'Nique, 2007

The Oscar winner is channeling Diana Ross in this metallic gown.

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Miguel, 2013

Who needs a suit if you’ve got Miguel’s red carpet swagger?

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Holly Robinson Peete, 2014

Flowy, pretty pastel looks amazing on the statuesque star.

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Mary Mary 2009

The singing duo looked lovely in coordinated black and white ensembles.

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Ciara, 2010

Baroque and fabulous.

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Nia Long, 2010

The bold and dynamic print on Nia’s dress is wonderful, but she really nailed this look with her makeup and hair styling.

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Beyoncé, 2012

Not one of Queen B’s most iconic red carpet outfits, but only she can pull off satin chartreuse with a statement belt like a true star.

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