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BET Awards 2021: Best style moments from Lil Nas X, Megan Thee Stallion, Taraji P. Henson and more

PHOTO: Lil Nas X, Taraji P. Henson and Megan Thee Stallion attend the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Lil Nas X, Taraji P. Henson and Megan Thee Stallion attend the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

During the 2021 BET Awards, many celebrities, including Megan Thee Stallion, Cardi B, Zendaya and Ciara, showed up in style.

Rapper Lil Nas X turned heads in two elaborate designer looks that featured bold prints and shapes.

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Zendaya wore an alluring look from Versace's spring-summer 2003 collection styled by Law Roach. Her look seemed to be inspired by a dress Beyoncé wore to the 2003 ceremony.

PHOTO: Beyonce Performs during The 3rd Annual BET Awards Show at The Kodak Theater in Hollywood, Calif., June 24, 2003.
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Beyonce Performs during The 3rd Annual BET Awards Show at The Kodak Theater in Hollywood, Calif., June 24, 2003.

This year's BET Awards theme was the "year of the Black woman," and almost every moment of the evening echoed that concept.

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Ahead, check out some of the most standout looks from Sunday's star-studded affair.

Andra Day

PHOTO: Andra Day attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Andra Day attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

"The United States Vs. Billie Holiday" star wore a pink printed look from Rosie Assoulin's Spring 2019 collection.

Cardi B

PHOTO: Cardi B and Offset of Migos perform onstage at at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Cardi B and Offset of Migos perform onstage at at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

The "Up" rapper surprised fans by announcing her second pregnancy while performing alongside her husband Offset. She wore a custom embroidered bodysuit, leggings and shoes by Dolce & Gabbana.

Chloe Bailey

PHOTO: Chloe Bailey attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Chloe Bailey attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

Bailey posed in a netted black Maison Valentino ensemble.

Ciara

PHOTO: Ciara attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Ciara attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

Ciara opted for a catsuit by Alexandre Vauthier. She also showed off a fresh platinum blonde haircut.

Issa Rae

PHOTO: Issa Rae attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Issa Rae attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

The "Insecure" star wore a sleek white blazer dress that included high padded shoulders.

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Jennifer Hudson

PHOTO: Jennifer Hudson attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Jennifer Hudson attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

Hudson wore a glamorous black Dolce & Gabbana gown that included a gilded belt and elongated train.

Lil' Kim and Zendaya

PHOTO: Lil' Kim and Zendaya attend the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Lil' Kim and Zendaya attend the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

Lil' Kim and Zendaya posed for a picture.

Lil Nas X

PHOTO: Lil Nas X attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Lil Nas X attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

The rapper was photographed in a second red carpet look by Richard Quinn that incorporated lots of florals and lace.

Megan Thee Stallion

PHOTO: Megan Thee Stallion attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Megan Thee Stallion attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

The award-winning rapper wore a Gaultier gown.

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Saweetie

PHOTO: Saweetie attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Saweetie attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

Saweetie wore a flowing Dolce and Gabbana gown along with a twisted updo.

Taraji P. Henson

PHOTO: Host Taraji P. Henson attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.
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Host Taraji P. Henson attends the BET Awards 2021 at Microsoft Theater on June 27, 2021 in Los Angeles.

Actress and 2021 BET Awards host Taraji P. Henson chose an Atelier Versace ensemble.