The Night’s Most Talked-About Style
Before the broadcast kicked off, the blue carpet for the 2026 MTV VMAs indicated that perhaps this might be Madonna’s night beyond all other artists, no matter how many of her 13 nominations might translate to a Moon Person trophy. Stars walking the carpet at the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles name-checked Madonna more than any other as the person they were most eager to see. “She’s the icon,” Normani explained, while Lucky Daye — wearing a fabulous suit from Campillo’s Fall/Winter 2026 collection — happily launched into “Like a Virgin” with two red-carpet reporters from CBS Los Angeles. “I love Madonna! She’s my girl,” he added. Much of the night’s style reflected that idea as well. Corsets, bustiers and lingerie details were key to many red-carpet looks, perhaps a nod to Madonna’s “Like a Virgin” performance at the inaugural MTV VMAs in 1984. Bebe Rexha admitted on the carpet that the iconic moment indeed was her inspiration for her look, a black lace corset with train by Dreaming Elie. Of course, if anyone …




