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red carpet derby
February 12, 2017

The Best, Worst, and Gucci-est Looks at the 2017 Grammys

By Véronique Hyland

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Music awards shows tend to be the lawless cousin of the Big Fashion–mediated Oscars and Globes. But every season a little more serious fashion creeps in. And if this year’s Grammys red carpet had an official designer, it would probably be Gucci’s Alessandro Michele. Everyone from Solange to Santigold wore his creations, and he even scored with the younger set: Both Blue Ivy Carter and Schoolboy Q’s daughter Joyce were clad in Milan originals by the house, bringing new meaning to the phrase “he’s big with the kids.”

That doesn’t mean that all the delightful lunacy was gone, though. Also getting airtime tonight: sea urchin–like spikes (on Lady Gaga), subtle underboob (on Rihanna), unfairly underrated style icon Celine Dion, and baseball stadiums’ favorite dehydrated ice cream (just wait for it). Click through the slideshow for the best, worst, and weirdest of music’s biggest night.

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Most Unfortunately Evocative of a Freshly Failed Promo Stunt: Katy Perry in Tom Ford Perry's attempt to trap her music in a disco ball a la Ariel... Most Unfortunately Evocative of a Freshly Failed Promo Stunt: Katy Perry in Tom Ford Perry's attempt to trap her music in a disco ball a la Ariel and her shell didn't go over great, so she probably shouldn't be channeling one in this dress. Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Best Reminder That Crazy Gaga is The Best Gaga: Lady Gaga in Alex Ulich While she didn't rappell onto the red carpet like she did for her Super B... Best Reminder That Crazy Gaga is The Best Gaga: Lady Gaga in Alex Ulich While she didn't rappell onto the red carpet like she did for her Super Bowl appearance, Gaga did channel her deliciously nutso side tonight. Extra credit for picking an up-and-coming designer. Photo: Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic
Most Triggering to Sean Spicer: Girl Crush The man has made his loathing for Dippin' Dots well-known. Don't provoke him into another angry tweets... Most Triggering to Sean Spicer: Girl Crush The man has made his loathing for Dippin' Dots well-known. Don't provoke him into another angry tweetstorm, please. Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for NARAS
Most Living-Statue Look: Cee-Lo Green The Times Square 1 station is missing a performer. Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Most Regal: Adele in Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci Until QEII herself attends the Grammys, we'll take Adele and this queenly gown -- w... Most Regal: Adele in Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci Until QEII herself attends the Grammys, we'll take Adele and this queenly gown -- which also happens to be a piece of fashion history, being one of Riccardo Tisci's last designs before departing Givenchy. Photo: John Shearer/WireImage
Chillest, Female Division: Halsey in Christian Wijnants She called her blue satin ensemble an homage to the "Creep" video, but we just ... Chillest, Female Division: Halsey in Christian Wijnants She called her blue satin ensemble an homage to the "Creep" video, but we just think it looks hella (a modifier Halsey would likely use) comfortable. Photo: Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for NARAS
Chillest, Male Division: Skrillex This seems like a pretty anti-fashion look, but we'll give him the benefit of the doubt and assume it's Hanes x... Chillest, Male Division: Skrillex This seems like a pretty anti-fashion look, but we'll give him the benefit of the doubt and assume it's Hanes x Vetements. Photo: Lester Cohen/WireImage
Best Subtle Underboob: Rihanna in Armani Privé She made the runway trend her own, and showcased her tattoo at the same time. Photo: Fraze... Best Subtle Underboob: Rihanna in Armani Privé She made the runway trend her own, and showcased her tattoo at the same time. Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Best Alessandro Michele-Assisted Moment: Santigold in Gucci Her husband is graffiti artist Trouble Andrew, aka Gucci Ghost, and it seems that San... Best Alessandro Michele-Assisted Moment: Santigold in Gucci Her husband is graffiti artist Trouble Andrew, aka Gucci Ghost, and it seems that Santigold has just as much affection for the brand as he does. Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Best Piece of Neck Flair: J. Lo in Ralph & Russo Do not, under any circumstances, be fooled by the frills that she's got. Photo: Frazer Harr... Best Piece of Neck Flair: J. Lo in Ralph & Russo Do not, under any circumstances, be fooled by the frills that she's got. Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Most On-Theme: Solange Knowles in Gucci At every awards show, there's always someone who dresses in something statuette-esque. Tonight, it's Sola... Most On-Theme: Solange Knowles in Gucci At every awards show, there's always someone who dresses in something statuette-esque. Tonight, it's Solange. Call it wish fulfillment because her dress matches her first-ever Grammy win. Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Best New Recruit to the Balmain Army: Paris Jackson in Balmain In additional to her awesome #NODAPL shout-out onstage, Jackson looked amazing in ... Best New Recruit to the Balmain Army: Paris Jackson in Balmain In additional to her awesome #NODAPL shout-out onstage, Jackson looked amazing in this body-conscious Olivier Rousteing design. Photo: John Shearer/WireImage
Best Dynasty Inspiration: Céline Dion in Zuhair Murad Most of the Grammys attendees may be more Riverdale-aged, but Dion is schooling ever... Best Dynasty Inspiration: Céline Dion in Zuhair Murad Most of the Grammys attendees may be more Riverdale-aged, but Dion is schooling everyone with an homage to the greatest prime-time soap of all time. Bonus: The deep V allows for unlimited sternum thumps, which we all know are a CD signature. Photo: John Shearer/WireImage
Best Suit-and-Grillz Combo: Lil Yachty in custom Nautica The newly minted Nautica creative designer turned it out. Taste the rainbow, indeed. Ph... Best Suit-and-Grillz Combo: Lil Yachty in custom Nautica The newly minted Nautica creative designer turned it out. Taste the rainbow, indeed. Photo: John Shearer/WireImage
Best Girl-Power Moment: Schoolboy Q This is Take Your Daughter to Work Day, Grammys edition: The rapper came with his daughter Joyce (in a pink G... Best Girl-Power Moment: Schoolboy Q This is Take Your Daughter to Work Day, Grammys edition: The rapper came with his daughter Joyce (in a pink Gucci suit) and sported a Girl Power hoodie in a matching hue. Photo: Christopher Polk/Getty Images for NARAS
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