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Taylor Swift twinkled in a silver dress and waders, while Carrie Underwood unveiled her baby bump in a black velvet dress on the red carpet of the American Music Awards. Cardi B wore a floral and flowery prom dress, Jennifer Lopez sizzling bright pink. (October 9)
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Who came to play at the American Music Awards on Tuesday? The series kicked off with a lethal performance by Taylor Swift, and host Tracee Ellis Ross proved that she also had moves. But before the official statues were distributed, the fashionistas were already putting out prizes for the best (and worst) look of the night.

So who cut our breath? From the best-dressed guys like Evan Ross to rappers like Cardi B, here are the stars who jumped into the battle and came out of the park.

Rami Malek

Rami Malek (Photo: Frazer Harrison, Getty Images)

Give a hand to the man. The upcoming star of "Bohemian Rhapsody" expertly channeled Freddie Mercury's swagger on AMA's red carpet.

Cardi B

The rapper has adopted a "go big or go home" approach to her floral overload, and you know what? She killed.

Ciara

Ciara had the air of smoking but the appearance of her adorable son on the red carpet melted our hearts.

Taylor Swift

Just before Swift played "I Did Something Bad" for the first time on the AMAs stage, she shook a mirror set that burned the red carpet.

Jennifer Lopez

As if ending his residency in Las Vegas would slow down J.Lo. The pop star / actress killed Tuesday night as a whole bright pink.

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Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood (Photo: Steve Granitz, WireImage)

The country star has kindly shown her blooming baby bump in a simple black dress at AMA.

Amber Heard

Days after Exploding her ex, Johnny Depp, the actress chose a daring plunging gold dress for the AMA.

Vanessa Hudgens

Vanessa Hudgens (Photo: FRAZER HARRISON, Getty Images)

It's a much simpler and sophisticated set of Hudgens, and we're wearing a toast to women's clothing.

Evan Ross

The glittery look of Ashley Simpson is rock, but what caught our attention, is the slim plaid suit of her husband Evan Ross.

Zedd

Speaking of excellent fashion, Zedd donned a tuxedo jacket inspired by rock stars.

Halsey and G-Eazy

Now that these two are back together, Halsey and G-Eazy have subsequently given us the #couplegoals' big assent on the red carpet.

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