Cutout Looks Were Trending on the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards Red Carpet: Kelsea Ballerini, Tanerélle and More Stars Who Styled the Trend

Julia Teti

18 March 2025 at 11:16 am·3-min read

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Cutout looks were among the major trends featured on the red carpet at the iHeartRadio Music Awards on Monday in Los Angeles. A slew of stars styled their best takes on the trend, from designer looks to playful spins on the little black dress and so much more.

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Here, WWD breaks down which stars styled the cutout trend and how each iHeartRadio Music Award guest put their signature touch on the style.

Kelsea Ballerini

Kelsea Ballerini wore a strapless dress courtesy of Alexandre Vauthier, which featured allover shimmering details set against a black base fabric. The dress featured a thigh-high slit and a major cutout on the bodice. Ballerini’s look was curated by styling team Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn.

Muni Long

Muni Long wore a champagne-hued, floor-length gown with allover glittering details. The back of Long’s dress revealed major cutouts. Long’s hair was even styled in an updo to emphasize the cutout details of her gown.

Tanerélle

Tanerélle took the classic little black dress and gave the look a body-con, cutout spin. The singer styled her black midi dress with a fitted silhouette, which featured cutouts at the shoulder and at the back of her look as well for a contemporary, sensual spin on the wardrobe staple.

Janet Elizabeth Caperna

Janet Elizabeth Caperna gave the cutout trend the exposed hip treatment with her red carpet attire. The Bravo star wore a two-tone dress in shades of mocha with contrasting fabric on the skirt and on the bodice of the dress. The look also featured a cutout at Caperna’s hip for added sartorial tension.

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The 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards took place on Monday at the Dolby Theatre in Los Angeles. The event celebrated the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio platforms during 2024. Hosted by LL Cool J, the event was broadcast live on Fox, featuring performances from top artists such as Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, GloRilla and Gracie Abrams. Honorees included Lady Gaga, Mariah Carey, Taylor Swift, Nelly and Gracie Abrams.

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