The 2016 AMA red carpet showed us some of the most gorgeous dresses and outfits of the entire year. While celebrities are usually styled by the elite of the fashion world, us lowly mortals may be more inclined to search for a more budget-friendly alternative to fashion.

As the formal season is almost all-year-round, it’s always a good idea to start gathering information and inspiration for your next event. If you’re looking to the stars to tell you how to dress for your formal, we’ve collated some of the best celebrity AMA dresses in order to inspire us.

Alongside each one, we have also helpfully sought out dresses inspired by AMA looks that will ensure that you look your best at your formal.


Lady Gaga

lady gaga AMA

Source: Cosmopolitan

Lady Gaga looks mature and stylish in an all-white ensemble along with her signature hat.
A simple, easy, yet classic look.

We love the detail in colour on the younger Cyrus sister’s dress.
The sheer quality of the fabric gives it an ethereal feel.

Floral Embroidered Dress – $85

Ariana Grande

You can see a trend- pants are definitely in for formal wear!
This look can simply be achieved and is one for the brave.

Ariana grande AMA

Forever Yours Longline Booster – $34.95
White Cigarette Trousers – $48.40

Gigi Hadid

Gigi’s lace dress almost has a geometric quality, which we tried to emulate in the dress below.
The off-shoulder gives it a romantic feel.

Daisy off-shoulder mini lace dress – $329

Lauren Elizabeth

Lauren wears a classic-cut satin dress.
The high-cut slit gives extra movability as well as contrasts with the length.

Heaven Sent Dress in Blush – $79.99


So there you have 5 looks inspired by 2016’s AMA awards! We hope that this has come in handy and given you some inspiration for your next formal. It’s often hard to find similar outfits to the stars as their dresses are often intricately made and sometimes a little over the top. However, it’s easy to adapt the feel and style of a celebrity gown into your own formal dress with a little patience and careful hunting!

Leave us a comment telling us which look was your favourite at this year’s AMAs or what kind of dress you’re wearing to your formal! Whatever you end up wearing, we hope that you feel beautiful and have a wonderful night!

Happy shopping!