News Awards & Events MTV European Music Awards 2016: The Best Red Carpet Looks By Bee Shapiro Updated on November 6, 2016 Pin Share Tweet Email Photo: Anthony Harvey/Getty Perhaps it's the fact that musicians know they're not in the U.S. anymore, but the MTV European Music Awards red carpet is always full of delightful (and offbeat) fashion surprises. Last year, Justin Bieber went for a monochromatic look, attending in shades of red, while Ellie Goulding sported multi-colored hair and a classically glam plunging black gown. Suffice it to say, nearly anything goes. This year's red carpet was similarly minded. Witness Charli XCX's vibrant separates decorated with mega-size paillettes. The event, which is hosted by singer-songwriter Bebe Rexha, takes place in Rotterdam, Netherlands. Aside from the fashions, the show airs at 9 p.m. CET—don't miss it! 01 of 08 Charli XCX Anthony Harvey/Getty The British singer opted for a groovy separates look. 02 of 08 Nina Dobrev Dave Hogan/Getty The actress went the more classic route in a floor-length, dusty lavender gown. 03 of 08 Jaden Smith Dave Hogan/Getty Guys were no slouch either. Smith topped his look with a cool white jacket. 04 of 08 Tinie Tempah Anthony Harvey/Getty The rapper-songwriter went with a dapper houndstooth suit. 05 of 08 Jourdan Dunn Anthony Harvey/Getty The model flashed some leg courtesy of her sheer skirt. 06 of 08 Zara Larsson Anthony Harvey/Getty Larsson went for a covered up sleeved look that ended just at the knee. 07 of 08 KINGS OF LEON Kevin Mazur/Getty Matthew Followill, Caleb Followill, Nathan Followill, and Jared Followill (from left to right) went for a mixed ensemble look. 08 of 08 DNCE Kevin Mazur/Getty Jack Lawless, JinJoo Lee, Joe Jonas, and Cole Whittle (from left to right) opt for a range of dark neutral hues. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit