Relive the Top Grammy Gowns of All Time

Taylor Swift, 2016

Taylor Swift stunned in this pink and orange Versace two-piece ensemble, paired with Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

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Adele, 2016

The Grammy winner walked the red carpet in this velvet, embellished black gown from Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci.

Jason Merritt/Getty

Bella Hadid, 2016

Hadid showed off her enviable figure in an Alexandre Vauthier Haute Couture longsleeve gown with cutouts and a thigh high slit, pairing the all-black look with Bulgari jewelry.

Steve Granitz/WireImage

Selena Gomez, 2016

The songstress channeled some major mermaid vibes in this gorgeous blue, sparking gown from Calvin Klein, featuring sexy cutouts and a deep-V neckline.

Jason Merritt/Getty

Ciara, 2016

Ciara owned the Grammy red carpet in this sexy, slinky number from Alexandre Vauthier Haute Couture with a Norman Silverman ring and Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.

Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Rihanna, 2015

Rihanna stole the entire show in a pink tulle Giambattista Valli Haute Couture gown.

VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images

Taylor Swift, 2015

Taylor Swift wore a blue Elie Saab high-low gown with Lorraine Schwartz jewelry and Guiseppe Zanotti shoes to the 2015 awards show.

Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Kim Kardashian, 2015

Kim Kardashian wore a gold Jean Paul Gaultier gown with a plunging neckline and sparkling pockets.

Larry Busacca/Getty Images

Beyonce, 2014

Beyonce wore a white lacy Michael Costello gown that had everyone talking for weeks after the 2014 Grammy Awards night.

Steve Granitz/WireImage

Grammys Arrivals - Chrissy Teigen and John Legend

Chrissy Teigen, 2014

Chrissy Teigen wore a beautiful gold Johanna Johnson gown and Casadei heels alongside hubby John Legend.

Larry Busacca/WireImage

Grammys 2014 - Miranda Lambert in Pamella Roland

Miranda Lambert, 2014

Miranda Lambert looked gorgeous in a custom red Pamella Roland gown with a plunging neckline at the 2014 Grammys.

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Alicia Keys, 2013

Presenter Alicia Keys showed off her enviable curves in a body-hugging black Azzedine Alaia dress, which featured stomach baring cut outs. She accessorized her look with coordinating Lorraine Schwartz jewels and Jimmy Choo heels.

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Rihanna, 2013

"Stunning," said Rihanna of the custom Azzedine Alaia dress that she sported with Neil Lane jewelry. The singer, who was nominated for three awards this year, explained that she loved the vibrant color of the look, which she matched to her lips and nails.

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Jennifer Lopez, 2013

"They didn't say anything about the leg," said presenter Jennifer Lopez about the wardrobe restrictions that CBS released to Grammy attendees. The singer, who is working on new music, was clad in a minimalist one-shouldered Anthony Vaccarello design that showcased her bronzed glow and toned physique.

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Gwyneth Paltrow - Stella McCartney - Grammys

Gwyneth Paltrow, 2012

Presenter Gwyneth Paltrow chose a stunning Stella McCartney column dress cinched at the waist with one of the night's big trends-a metal belt.

Larry Busacca/Getty Images

Carrie Underwood - Gomez-Gracia - Grammys

Carrie Underwood, 2012

Carrie Underwood looked flawless from all angles in a backless Gomez-Gracia long-sleeve gown. One-of-a-kind Johnathon Arndt diamond earrings and a Swarovski crystal-embellished Rene Caovilla clutch brought out the sparkle in the sequin-embroidered tulle dress.

Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Adele, 2012

Adele played up her curves in a three-quarter sleeve black sequined Giorgio Armani gown, De Beers earrings and a 12.4 carat diamond ring by Harry Winston.

Larry Busacca/Getty Images

Nicole Kidman - Jean Paul Gaultier - Best Grammys Fashion

Nicole Kidman, 2011

Nicole Kidman supported her Grammy-winning spouse Keith Urban in a delicately embellished floral Jean Paul Gaultier gown and Fred Leighton jewelry.

Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Heidi Klum - Julien Macdonald - Best Grammys Fashion

Heidi Klum, 2011

Heidi Klum looked statuesque in a gold sequined Julien Macdonald gown. Her secret accessory? A matching metallic pedicure.

Steve Granitz/WireImage

Florence Welch - Best Grammys Fashion - Givenchy

Florence Welch, 2011

A swan song for Florence Welch of Florence + the Machine? Her avian-motif gown from Givenchy haute couture featured a dramatic bird applique with tangerine "feathers" accenting the open back.

Steve Granitz/WireImage

Lea Michele - Emilio Pucci - Best Grammys Fashion

Lea Michele, 2011

Glee nominee Lea Michele flashed a spectacular leg in a ruffled gown from Emilio Pucci. Accessories included patent platforms and a 200-carat Lorraine Schwartz cuff loaded with black diamonds, sapphires, rubies and emeralds.

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Selena Gomez - J. Mendel - Best Grammys Fashion

Selena Gomez, 2011

Selena Gomez chose a winning metallic J. Mendel slipdress: "It's gold and I feel like an award, so that's why I picked it!" She kept her accessories classic, choosing a cuff and earrings from Lorraine Schwartz.

Larry Busacca/Getty Images For The Recording Academy

Beyonce - Stephane Rolland - Best Grammys Fashion

Beyonce, 2010

Beyonce's architectural Stephane Rolland haute couture gown (and her 12-carat custom diamond earrings by Lorraine Schwartz and Ofira) recalled the golden pyramids of ancient Egypt. Adding to her regal appearance? A six-Grammy haul.

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Keri Hilson - Dolce & Gabbana - Best Grammys Fashion

Keri Hilson, 2010

Best New Artist nominee Keri Hilson looked sweet and sultry in a pale pink Dolce & Gabbana mermaid gown with a major statement ring. "It's serious," she said of the bauble on the red carpet. "It's Neil Lane."

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Ciara, 2010

R&B beauty Ciara dared to bare in a crystal-studded sheer haute couture design over a black bodysuit. "Givenchy is my choice tonight," she told reporters. "I've got a little sheer going on, but the fun is in the jacket."

Gabriel Bouys/AFP/Getty

Jennifer Nettles - Victoria Beckham - Best Grammys Fashion

Jennifer Nettles, 2010

Sugarland frontwoman Jennifer Nettles showed the sleek side of Nashville in a chic colorblock fishtail gown by Victoria Beckham.

Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Lady Gaga - Giorgio Armani Prive - Best Grammys Fashion

Lady Gaga, 2010

Lady Gaga was a star through and through in a celestial custom creation by Giorgio Armani Prive. The look layered a rhinestone-wrapped ball gown over a stone-studded body stocking. "I am delighted to be creating these outfits on such an important night for her, the Grammys, and I wish her the best of luck," the designer said in a statement.

Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Katy Perry - Zac Posen - Best Grammys Fashion

Katy Perry, 2010

"I have this whole kind of India thing going on," Katy Perry said of her gold bindi and nude Zac Posen gown."There's metal on here," she joked of the daisy appliqués, "So if there are any magnets around, [the dress] will be pulled off."

Dan MacMedan/WireImage

Adele, 2009

"Adele has a great sense of style," designer Barbara Tfank told InStyle of the star's sophisticated custom satin dress. "She understands timeless elegance, but she's just being herself." The vintage-inspired number was topped with a chartreuse jacket for the red carpet.

Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Sheryl Crow - Toni Maticevski - Best Grammys Fashion

Sheryl Crow, 2009

Sheryl Crow draped her buff bronzed curves with a tie-dye gown from Australian designer Toni Maticevski.

Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic

Taylor Swift - Kaufmanfranco - Best Grammys Fashion

Taylor Swift, 2009

19-year-old Taylor Swift went sophisticated in a strappy Kaufmanfranco gown with patent leather accents.

UPI Photo /Landov

Miley Cyrus - Max Azria Atelier - Best Grammys Fashion

Miley Cyrus, 2009

Miley Cyrus posed on the red carpet in a not-so-basic black gown from pal Max Azria.

Jeff Vespa/WireImage

Rihanna - Zac Posen - Best Grammys Fashion

Rihanna, 2008

R&B superstar Rihanna perfectly walked the line between edgy and elegant in her bold cobalt Zac Posen with a feathered underskirt.

Jen Lowery/Startraks

Fergie - Calvin Klein Collection - Best Grammys Fashion

Fergie, 2008

A canary column from the minimalist Calvin Klein Collection line turned out to be a memorable choice for Fergie. "We saw a lovely face, not just a body," designer Francisco Costa told InStyle of the look. "She called this dress her glass slipper."

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Carrie Underwood - Zuhair Murad - Best Grammys Fashion

Carrie Underwood, 2008

Country star Carrie Underwood matched her gown to her bubbly personality with an exuberant Zuhair Murad print gown.

Lester Cohen/WireImage

Faith Hill - Valentino - Best Grammys Fashion

Faith Hill, 2008

Country singer Faith Hill was more Old Hollywood than Nashville in her beautifully draped gown from Valentino. The design featured a trio of beaded bows on its single sleeve.

Dan MacMedan/WireImage

Mary J. Blige - Michael Kors - Best Grammys Fashion

Mary J. Blige, 2007

The First Lady of R&B Mary J. Blige opted for an ivory sequined gown from Michael Kors cinched with a wide pewter-leather belt.

Gilbert Flores/Celebrity Photo

Jennifer Hudson - Roberto Cavalli - Best Grammys Fashion

Jennifer Hudson, 2007

Songstress Jennifer Hudson proudly played up her curves in a head-turning red halter look from Roberto Cavalli.

Sara De Boer/Retna

Alicia Keys - Giorgio Armani Prive - Best Grammys Fashion

Alicia Keys, 2006

Alicia Keys collaborated with Giorgio Armani on a custom Prive gown with a daring illusion bodice. "Armani's designs need no one's help, but he catered to my desires with this dress," she told InStyle. "We walked through every step together. It's like our baby!"

Stephen Shugerman/Getty

Christina Aguilera - Roberto Cavalli - Best Grammys Fashion

Christina Aguilera, 2006

Christina Aguilera made the most of her curves slinky white satin bias-cut gown from Roberto Cavalli.

Lester Cohen/WireImage

Fiona Apple - J. Mendel - Best Grammys Fashion

Fiona Apple, 2006

Fiona Apple got romantic in a ruffled blush J. Mendel gown with princess puff sleeves and a gilded belt.

Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic

Gwen Stefani - L.A.M.B. - Best Grammys Fashion

Gwen Stefani, 2006

Mother-to-be Gwen Stefani showed off changing shape with a L.A.M.B. dip-dyed leopard-print maternity gown with a single shoulder.

Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Jennifer Lopez - Versace - Best Grammys Fashion

Jennifer Lopez, 2000

Will anything ever top this Grammys look? The down-to-there (and up-to-there!) jungle print piece made Jennifer Lopez an instant icon, even as the world wondered how the barely-there design stayed in place. "Everything is attached," a Versace representative explained to People. "You just slip the whole thing on."

Eric Charbonneau/Berliner Studio

Britney Spears - Randolph Duke - Oscar de la Renta - Best Grammys Fashion

Britney Spears, 2000

Britney Spears channeled Jean Harlow in a bias cut white Randolph Duke gown and an Oscar de la Renta fur stole.

Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Lauryn Hill - Giorgio Armani - Best Grammys Fashion

Lauryn Hill, 1999

Former Fugee Lauryn Hill paired a cropped T-shirt with a colorful chiffon skirt from Giorgio Armani for an irreverent take on after-dark attire.

Fitzroy Barrett/Globe Photos

Shania Twain - Marc Bouwer - Best Grammys Fashion

Shania Twain, 1994

Who says you need to show skin to look sexy? Shania Twain highlighted her hourglass figure with a painted on (and covered up) floor length turtleneck by Marc Bouwer.

Mirek Towski/DMI/Time Life Pictures/Getty

Whitney Houston - Best Grammys Fashion - Travilla

Whitney Houston, 1986

Whitney Houston picked up her first Grammy in a timeless sky blue Travilla number with a bedazzled strap.

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At the 2015 Grammys, Rihanna stole the entire red carpet—and all at the last minute—when she stepped out in a hot-off-the-runway gown straight from Giambattista Valli Haute Couture's spring 2015 show.

In 2016, Adele graced the Grammy red carpet in a black mousseline-and-velvet custom Givenchy Haute Couture by Riccardo Tisci gown, that was spliced at the arms and embroidered with paillettes, pearls, and crystals. Absolutely stunning.

Every year, we're left impressed by the beautiful (and sometimes wild) gowns spotted at the Grammys. The show is a bit more relaxed than other events, offering sartorial stars an opportunity to slip into something they wouldn't exactly wear to, say, the Oscars or even to an appearance on Colbert.

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Suffice it to say, there's been plenty of unforgettable dresses over the years, including everything from Jennifer Lopez's down-to-there jungle print Versace gown in 2000 to Whitney Houston's timeless sky blue Travilla with a bedazzled strap in 1986. Keep clicking to relive all these gowns and more.

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Taylor Swift, 2016

Taylor Swift stunned in this pink and orange Versace two-piece ensemble, paired with Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

2 of 47 Jason Merritt/Getty

Adele, 2016

The Grammy winner walked the red carpet in this velvet, embellished black gown from Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci.

3 of 47 Steve Granitz/WireImage

Bella Hadid, 2016

Hadid showed off her enviable figure in an Alexandre Vauthier Haute Couture longsleeve gown with cutouts and a thigh high slit, pairing the all-black look with Bulgari jewelry.

4 of 47 Jason Merritt/Getty

Selena Gomez, 2016

The songstress channeled some major mermaid vibes in this gorgeous blue, sparking gown from Calvin Klein, featuring sexy cutouts and a deep-V neckline.

5 of 47 Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Ciara, 2016

Ciara owned the Grammy red carpet in this sexy, slinky number from Alexandre Vauthier Haute Couture with a Norman Silverman ring and Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.

6 of 47 VALERIE MACON/AFP/Getty Images

Rihanna, 2015

Rihanna stole the entire show in a pink tulle Giambattista Valli Haute Couture gown.

7 of 47 Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Taylor Swift, 2015

Taylor Swift wore a blue Elie Saab high-low gown with Lorraine Schwartz jewelry and Guiseppe Zanotti shoes to the 2015 awards show.

8 of 47 Larry Busacca/Getty Images

Kim Kardashian, 2015

Kim Kardashian wore a gold Jean Paul Gaultier gown with a plunging neckline and sparkling pockets.

9 of 47 Steve Granitz/WireImage

Beyonce, 2014

Beyonce wore a white lacy Michael Costello gown that had everyone talking for weeks after the 2014 Grammy Awards night.

10 of 47 Larry Busacca/WireImage

Chrissy Teigen, 2014

Chrissy Teigen wore a beautiful gold Johanna Johnson gown and Casadei heels alongside hubby John Legend.

11 of 47 Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Miranda Lambert, 2014

Miranda Lambert looked gorgeous in a custom red Pamella Roland gown with a plunging neckline at the 2014 Grammys.

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Alicia Keys, 2013

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Rihanna, 2013

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Jennifer Lopez, 2013

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Gwyneth Paltrow, 2012

Presenter Gwyneth Paltrow chose a stunning Stella McCartney column dress cinched at the waist with one of the night's big trends-a metal belt.

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Carrie Underwood, 2012

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Adele, 2012

Adele played up her curves in a three-quarter sleeve black sequined Giorgio Armani gown, De Beers earrings and a 12.4 carat diamond ring by Harry Winston.

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Nicole Kidman, 2011

Nicole Kidman supported her Grammy-winning spouse Keith Urban in a delicately embellished floral Jean Paul Gaultier gown and Fred Leighton jewelry.

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Heidi Klum, 2011

Heidi Klum looked statuesque in a gold sequined Julien Macdonald gown. Her secret accessory? A matching metallic pedicure.

20 of 47 Steve Granitz/WireImage

Florence Welch, 2011

A swan song for Florence Welch of Florence + the Machine? Her avian-motif gown from Givenchy haute couture featured a dramatic bird applique with tangerine "feathers" accenting the open back.

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Lea Michele, 2011

22 of 47 Larry Busacca/Getty Images For The Recording Academy

Selena Gomez, 2011

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Beyonce, 2010

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Keri Hilson, 2010

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Ciara, 2010

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Jennifer Nettles, 2010

Sugarland frontwoman Jennifer Nettles showed the sleek side of Nashville in a chic colorblock fishtail gown by Victoria Beckham.

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Lady Gaga, 2010

28 of 47 Dan MacMedan/WireImage

Katy Perry, 2010

29 of 47 Jason Merritt/Getty Images

Adele, 2009

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Sheryl Crow, 2009

Sheryl Crow draped her buff bronzed curves with a tie-dye gown from Australian designer Toni Maticevski.

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Taylor Swift, 2009

19-year-old Taylor Swift went sophisticated in a strappy Kaufmanfranco gown with patent leather accents.

32 of 47 Jeff Vespa/WireImage

Miley Cyrus, 2009

Miley Cyrus posed on the red carpet in a not-so-basic black gown from pal Max Azria.

33 of 47 Jen Lowery/Startraks

Rihanna, 2008

R&B superstar Rihanna perfectly walked the line between edgy and elegant in her bold cobalt Zac Posen with a feathered underskirt.

34 of 47 Goff/INFphoto

Fergie, 2008

35 of 47 Lester Cohen/WireImage

Carrie Underwood, 2008

Country star Carrie Underwood matched her gown to her bubbly personality with an exuberant Zuhair Murad print gown.

36 of 47 Dan MacMedan/WireImage

Faith Hill, 2008

Country singer Faith Hill was more Old Hollywood than Nashville in her beautifully draped gown from Valentino. The design featured a trio of beaded bows on its single sleeve.

37 of 47 Gilbert Flores/Celebrity Photo

Mary J. Blige, 2007

The First Lady of R&B Mary J. Blige opted for an ivory sequined gown from Michael Kors cinched with a wide pewter-leather belt.

38 of 47 Sara De Boer/Retna

Jennifer Hudson, 2007

Songstress Jennifer Hudson proudly played up her curves in a head-turning red halter look from Roberto Cavalli.

39 of 47 Stephen Shugerman/Getty

Alicia Keys, 2006

40 of 47 Lester Cohen/WireImage

Christina Aguilera, 2006

Christina Aguilera made the most of her curves slinky white satin bias-cut gown from Roberto Cavalli.

41 of 47 Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic

Fiona Apple, 2006

Fiona Apple got romantic in a ruffled blush J. Mendel gown with princess puff sleeves and a gilded belt.

42 of 47 Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Gwen Stefani, 2006

Mother-to-be Gwen Stefani showed off changing shape with a L.A.M.B. dip-dyed leopard-print maternity gown with a single shoulder.

43 of 47 Eric Charbonneau/Berliner Studio

Jennifer Lopez, 2000

44 of 47 Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Britney Spears, 2000

Britney Spears channeled Jean Harlow in a bias cut white Randolph Duke gown and an Oscar de la Renta fur stole.

45 of 47 Fitzroy Barrett/Globe Photos

Lauryn Hill, 1999

Former Fugee Lauryn Hill paired a cropped T-shirt with a colorful chiffon skirt from Giorgio Armani for an irreverent take on after-dark attire.

46 of 47 Mirek Towski/DMI/Time Life Pictures/Getty

Shania Twain, 1994

Who says you need to show skin to look sexy? Shania Twain highlighted her hourglass figure with a painted on (and covered up) floor length turtleneck by Marc Bouwer.

47 of 47 Ron Galella/WireImage

Whitney Houston, 1986

Whitney Houston picked up her first Grammy in a timeless sky blue Travilla number with a bedazzled strap.

Relive the Top Grammy Gowns of All Time

Taylor Swift, 2016

Adele, 2016

Bella Hadid, 2016

Selena Gomez, 2016

Ciara, 2016

Rihanna, 2015

Taylor Swift, 2015

Kim Kardashian, 2015

Beyonce, 2014

Chrissy Teigen, 2014

Miranda Lambert, 2014

Alicia Keys, 2013

Rihanna, 2013

Jennifer Lopez, 2013

Gwyneth Paltrow, 2012

Carrie Underwood, 2012

Adele, 2012

Nicole Kidman, 2011

Heidi Klum, 2011

Florence Welch, 2011

Lea Michele, 2011

Selena Gomez, 2011

Beyonce, 2010

Keri Hilson, 2010

Ciara, 2010

Jennifer Nettles, 2010

Lady Gaga, 2010

Katy Perry, 2010

Adele, 2009

Sheryl Crow, 2009

Taylor Swift, 2009

Miley Cyrus, 2009

Rihanna, 2008

Fergie, 2008

Carrie Underwood, 2008

Faith Hill, 2008

Mary J. Blige, 2007

Jennifer Hudson, 2007

Alicia Keys, 2006

Christina Aguilera, 2006

Fiona Apple, 2006

Gwen Stefani, 2006

Jennifer Lopez, 2000

Britney Spears, 2000

Lauryn Hill, 1999

Shania Twain, 1994

Whitney Houston, 1986

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