
The 2020 Billboard Music Awards aired on Wednesday night without too many noticeable pandemic-related hitches — other than, you know, a lack of a live audience. Like this year’s VMAs, the Billboard Music Awards only welcomed a lucky few A-listers, from the host of the event, Kelly Clarkson, to Nicole Richie, Lizzo, Lil Nas X, and Billie Eilish. But with a crew as fashionably daring as this — Richie, a designer herself, has been inspiring trends since the early aughts; Lizzo just starred in Rihanna’s Savage x Fenty fashion show; and head-to-toe designer logos are Eilish’s signature — the occasion still managed to be a stylish one.
The BBMAs historically have a more laid-back vibe (and dress code) than, say, the Grammys, which allows showgoers to experiment sartorially, a tradition that was on full display on Wednesday night. Always a red carpet standout, Lizzo showed up in a black, one-shoulder mini dress with the word “VOTE” printed across it, and her nails shared the same messaging. Six feet away, Eilish posed for the camera in a green, jacquard set reminiscent of luxury pajamas and a coordinating face mask, while talk show host Lilly Singh paired an oversized blazer with a face mask bearing Breonna Taylor’s name. Clarkson donned five different dresses in total, and of course, Lil Nas X nailed it in a green snakeskin suit and oversized, ‘70s-era shades.
See all of the best-dressed celebrities from the 2020 Billboard Music Awards ahead.

Lil Nas X in Gucci
Lil Nas X didn’t just take home Billboard awards for Top Streaming Song, Top Selling Song, Top Rap Song, and Top Hot 100 Song for “Old Town Road.” He also won best-dressed — at least in our eyes. Photo: Todd Williamson/NBC/NBCU Photo Bank via Getty Images.

Kelly Clarkson
The host of the night was a shining light in this bell-sleeved, silver gown with fringe embellishments. Photo: Amy Sussman/BBMA2020/Getty Images for dcp.

Nicole Richie in Christian Siriano
From Juicy Couture sweatsuits to House of Harlow boho frocks — Nicole Richie has always looked good. But this sheer, black Christian Siriano gown is a step above the rest.Photo: Amy Sussman/BBMA2020/Getty Images for dcp.

Billie Eilish in Gucci
Bucket hat: check! Face mask: check! Pajama set: check! Billie Eilish checked off all our 2020 boxes on the red black carpet last night.Photo: Amy Sussman/BBMA2020/Getty Images for dcp.

Lizzo in Christian Siriano
The “Truth Hurts” singer used her time on the black carpet last night to spread an important message: Please, for god’s sake, vote.Photo: Amy Sussman/BBMA2020/Getty Images for dcp.

Addison Rae in Mugler
TikTok star Addison Rae took a cue from her lockdown BFF Kourtney Kardashian and wore a black, ultra-sexy Mugler dress to the BBMAs this year. Photo: Amy Sussman/BBMA2020/Getty Images for dcp.

Taraji P. Henson in Alexandre Vauthier
Empire star Taraji P. Henson paired her hot pink bob with a high-slit, one-shouldered gown courtesy of Alexandre Vauthier — and all we have to say is: Damn.Photo: Kevin Winter/BBMA2020/Getty Images for dcp.

Lilly Singh
Canadian YouTuber and talk show host Lilly Singh not only encouraged BBMAs-viewers to wear a face mask, she also did so in a way that honored Breonna Taylor, who, seven months after her death, still hasn’t received justice. Photo: Amy Sussman/BBMA2020/Getty Images for dcp.

Garcelle Beauvais
Garcelle Beauvais, the newest addition to The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, was radiant on the black carpet last night in a one-shoulder, orange gown. Photo: Amy Sussman/BBMA2020/Getty Images for dcp.
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