8 Best Dressed Celebrities at the 2014 American Music Awards

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The 2014 American Music Awards was filled with good-looking celebrities, great onstage performances, and gorgeous evening dresses. Here are some of our favorite looks of the night:

1. Jennifer Lopez in Reem Acra

Jennifer Lopez’ onstage performance with Iggy Azalea was sizzling hot, but her red carpet look was subtle and sweet.

Dressed in a Reem Acra spring 2015 dress in a gorgeous soft blush color, the frock’s crisscrossing fabric showed off the singer’s enviable abs and shoulders.

Jennifer Lopez looked sensational showcasing her perfectly toned abs in a blush-pink Reem Acra Spring 2015 gownJennifer Lopez looked sensational showcasing her perfectly toned abs in a blush-pink Reem Acra Spring 2015 gown (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

The dress is actually pretty revealing, but since it’s in a very feminine color and has a hint of drape detailing, it still looked very lovely on the sexy Latina.

Jennifer finished the look with an Oroton “Frieze” clutch and Christian Louboutin “Pigalle Strass” pumps.

Jennifer Lopez stole the show with her captivating red carpet appearance at the 2014 American Music AwardsJennifer Lopez stole the show with her captivating red carpet appearance at the 2014 American Music Awards held at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on November 23, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

2. Kate Beckinsale in Kaufmanfranco

The lovely Kate Beckinsale was stunning in a long and sleek white number by Kaufmanfranco. The dress has a very sexy front and back, showing off some skin.

Kate Beckinsale made a seductive entrance in a striking white Kaufmanfranco gown that featured a plunging neckline, backless design, and cutouts on the sides, dispelling any notions of innocence associated with the color whiteKate Beckinsale made a seductive entrance in a striking white Kaufmanfranco gown that featured a plunging neckline, backless design, and cutouts on the sides, dispelling any notions of innocence associated with the color white (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

While the long sultry frock had quite revealing details, Kate balanced the look with classy styling using a Lee Savage “Stack” clutch and a drool-worthy Serpenti pavé diamond necklace from the Bulgari High Jewelry collection.

Kate Beckinsale shows off her white gold Bulgari Serpenti necklace with two pear-shaped diamonds at the 2014 American Music AwardsKate Beckinsale shows off her white gold Bulgari Serpenti necklace with two pear-shaped diamonds at the 2014 American Music Awards held at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on November 23, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

3. Rita Ora in Zac Posen

British songstress Rita Ora decided to have a little more fun on the red carpet this year. Wearing a bright yellow Zac Posen strapless gown, she was a sight to behold when she arrived at the event.

Rita Ora stunned in a vibrant lemon-colored strapless gown designed by Zac Posen featuring a sweeping train that perfectly complemented Rita's dramatic styleRita Ora stunned in a vibrant lemon-colored strapless gown designed by Zac Posen featuring a sweeping train that perfectly complemented Rita’s dramatic style (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

The full-length gown has a bright and cheery color, but all its details (including the subtle pleats and long train) are classic and sophisticated.

Rita finished with a quirky but sleek top knot to keep the look playful.

Rita Ora opted for an architectural top-knot hairstyle and bold makeup, including feathery lashes and yellow eye shadow, at the 2014 American Music AwardsRita Ora opted for an architectural top-knot hairstyle and bold makeup, including feathery lashes and yellow eye shadow, at the 2014 American Music Awards held at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on November 23, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

4. Taylor Swift in Michael Kors

Thanks to her supermodel height and frame, Taylor Swift looks good in just about anything she wears.

Taylor Swift looked stunning in an emerald Michael Kors custom gown featuring an illusion yoke and waist cut-outTaylor Swift looked stunning in an emerald Michael Kors custom gown featuring an illusion yoke and waist cut-out (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

The singer, who was awarded the first-ever Dick Clark award, wore a gorgeous custom gown by Michael Kors. The dress features sheer panels and a gorgeous emerald color that was perfect on Taylor’s tanned skin.

Taylor Swift with the Dick Clark Award of Excellence at the 2014 American Music AwardsTaylor Swift with the Dick Clark Award of Excellence at the 2014 American Music Awards held at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on November 23, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

5. Selena Gomez in Armani Privé

While BFF Taylor Swift wore a very youthful look, Selena opted for something more mature and serious. Not everyone loved this dramatic look on the young Selena, but we think she carried it pretty well.

Selena Gomez walked the red carpet wearing an Armani Privé slinky black gown with gold statement earrings and cuff braceletsSelena Gomez walked the red carpet wearing an Armani Privé slinky black gown with gold statement earrings and cuff bracelets (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

The floor-length backless black gown by Armani Privé hugged her figure perfectly and elongated her height with the mermaid silhouette.

To add more drama to the ensemble, Selena styled the outfit with gold statement earrings, gold cuffs, and an elegant updo.

Selena Gomez with a bun-inspired updoat and dangling statement earrings at the 2014 American Music AwardsSelena Gomez with a bun-inspired updoat and dangling statement earrings at the 2014 American Music Awards held at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on November 23, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

6–8. The Jenner-Kardashian Girls

Let’s leave it to the Jenner-Kardashian sisters to add a little (or a lot of) sizzle with pointy heels on the red carpet. Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, and big sis Khloe Kardashian arrived together and instantly stirred things up with their sexy looks.

Kendall rocked a sheer, high-slit Yigal Azrouël halter dress, Kylie opted for a burgundy Alexandre Vauthier dress with a deep slit and cut-out detailing, and Khloé kept it elegant and classic with an all-black clingy Versus Versace dress that accentuated her famous curvesKendall rocked a sheer, high-slit Yigal Azrouël halter dress, Kylie opted for a burgundy Alexandre Vauthier dress with a deep slit and cut-out detailing, and Khloé kept it elegant and classic with an all-black clingy Versus Versace dress that accentuated her famous curves (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)

Kendall showed off her supermodel legs in a Yigal Azrouël spring 2014 dress featuring semi-sheer panels and a super-high front split.

Kylie was also very daring in her Alexandre Vauthier spring 2014 couture dress with a plunging neckline and a thigh-high side split. Her outfit and bold red lips sealed with a seductive look that was very mature for her age.

Big sister Khloe was much more conservative in her simple LBD by Versus Versace, which features an asymmetrical hemline and some disc detailing on the skirt.

Kendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, and Khloe Kardashian made a statement with their bold fashion choices on the red carpet at the 2014 American Music AwardsKendall Jenner, Kylie Jenner, and Khloe Kardashian made a statement with their bold fashion choices on the red carpet at the 2014 American Music Awards held at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles on November 23, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Apega / FayesVision / Brian To / Adriana M. Barraza)