While every decade has had its fair share of iconic looks at the MTV Video Music Awards, the '90s take the cake in my opinion. When else could you see Pamela Anderson in a gigantic pink hat, Destiny's Child in matching sherbert-hued looks, and Gwen Stefani in a furry bra?
Below, I rounded up my favorite '90s looks in VMAs history. Here's a hint of what to expect: The Spice Girls in their prime, Madonna in an elaborate costume for a performance, Jennifer Lopez in a sparkly top, and Cindy Crawford in a thoroughly modern outfit that could have been worn yesterday. Scroll down to revisit the most iconic looks from the MTV VMAs ahead of the 2025 event, which will be held on Sunday, September 7, in New York City.
Pamela Anderson, 1999
Carmen Electra, 1997
Lil Kim, 1999
Destiny's Child, 1998
Gwen Stefani, 1998
TLC, 1999
The Spice Girls, 1997
Cindy Crawford, 1993
Drew Barrymore, 1995
Madonna, 1990
Lenny Kravitz, 1993
MC Hammer, 1990
Jennifer Lopez, 1998
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