For the first time in history, Manchester will host one of the music world’s most acclaimed awards ceremonies on Sunday night, with notable names travelling across the globe to be in attendance.
This year, the MTV Europe Music Awards is being hosted by fashion It-Girl and music maven Rita Ora. This will be the British-born musician’s third time hosting.
As per usual the night saw stars take to the red carpet in gilded gowns and tailored suiting ensembles, while inside the event, which took place at Manchester’s Co-op Live arena, guests will see performances from Raye, Shawn Mendes and Tyla.
From the hostess with the mostess Rita Ora to rising star Raye and Love Island Host Maya Jama, here are the very best dressed celebs who took to the MTV EMA 2024 red carpet.
Rita Ora
As expected, the host for the evening Rita Ora went all out for her red carpet appearance, dressing in a dreamy plunging neck gown adorned with what looks to be blonde artificial hair from Ashi Studio’s FW24 Couture collection.
Aaron Taylor-Johnson
Dressing in fashion’s most favoured colourway for AW24, Aaron Taylor-Johnson made a sartorial style statement in all-burgundy.
Maya Jama
Maya Jama opted for an elegant look for the evening. Settling on a figure-hugging Versace black midi dress fixed with metal safety pin fixtures, a bustier neckline and a thigh-high slit.
Katherine Ryan
Comedian Katherine Ryan chose a Christopher Kane SS17 RTW sheer detailed gown for the award ceremony. To accentuate the sculptural dress silhouette she scooped her long blonde locks into a high ponytail and added a selection of gold earrings.
Shawn Mendes
Ahead of his performance on stage, Shawn Mendes took to the red carpet in a sleek black suiting look which he elevated with an unbuttoned collared shirt and set of leather loafers.
Jodie Turner-Smith
Sporting possibly the most divine dress we’ve seen all awards season, Jodie Turner-Smith made red carpet history in an electric blue draped one-shoulder gown, which came complete with matching long gloves and a sculptural headpiece.
Leomie Anderson
Leomie Anderson looked phenomenal in a matching red and white crop top and mini skirt combo. The British model paired her risque look wit a set of red peep-toe heels and a voluminous side-parted hairstyle.
Lauren Beschi
Lauren Beschi leaned into the sheer dress trend, settling on a bridal-approved white embroidered dress and an elegant up-do hairstyle.
Mabel
Mabel didn’t let the chilly November weather ruin her night. The singer sported a body-hugging long-sleeve tartan print dress with white tights and a strappy heel combo.
Neneh Cherry
Neneh Cherry channelled their inner Hailey Bieber, styling a boxy oversized suit with a set of black boots and a slew of gold jewellery.
Vick Hope
Settling on a custom white structured corset and an ethereal floaty sheer skirt, Vick Hope looked like a literal earthside angel.
Raye
It-Brit Raye chose an autumnal brown-toned dress with intricate diamanté embellishments on the lower half. She accessorised the look with a stack of diamond necklaces, matching earrings and a striking cuff bracelet.
Tayce
Welsh drag queen, rapper and model Tayce turned heads in a fluffy all-black feather and pointed-toe heels look.
Leila Ouahabi
Footballer Leila Ouahabi opted for a striking three-piece suiting ensemble which she paired over a silver mesh tank top.
Molly Marsh
Former Love Island star Molly Marsh took to the red carpet in a showstopping deep red sequin dress which she paired with a set of patent red boots.
Tyla
Opting for a Roberto Cavalli SS25 RTW blue and black-toned zebra print dress fixed with a fluffy asymmetrical hem, the South African singer looked radiant ahead of taking to the stage to perform at the event.