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

By Jacqueline Laurean Yates

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.

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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.

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

Andra Day

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

Jennifer Hudson

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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

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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

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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

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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.

Saweetie

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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

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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.