Every Look Taylor Swift Has Worn to the VMAs Since Her First Appearance in 2008

As a regular at the award show, Taylor Swift has brought out various iconic outfits both on the red carpet and on stage as a performer

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Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift is back at the VMAs for the 11th time!

Swift, who went into Wednesday night as the second-winningest artist in VMAs history (behind Beyoncé) returned to the annual show at UBS Arena in Long Island, New York on Sept. 11, 2024. From her ballet-inspired debut look back in 2008 to the plaid Dior corset she sported in 2024, Swift has worn more than a dozen looks over the course of her many appearances on the show.

Take a look back at Swift's VMAs style evolution from 2008 to now!

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2024

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Taylor Swift

Swift, who is up for 12 Moon People at the 2024 ceremony, arrived at UBS Arena in a Dior look featuring a yellow plaid bustier top with an attached skirt, a pair of black velvet hot pants and leather gloves. She paired the sexy with look with thigh-high Stuart Weitzman boots and so much Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

Taylor Swift Has an Outfit Change in 2024

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In the middle of Wednesday's show, Swift (posing with Karol G) decided to go for something extra...terrestrial, that is: a beaded Monse mini dress with a UFO design on the front.

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2023

<p>Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty </p> Taylor Swift at the 2023 VMAs.

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Taylor Swift at the 2023 VMAs.

Swift hit the red carpet in 2023 at the Prudential Center in New Jersey in  a Versace halter-neck gown,

Taylor Swift Backstage in 2023

<p>Kevin Mazur/Getty Images for MTV</p> Taylor Swift backstage at the 2023 VMAs.

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Taylor Swift backstage at the 2023 VMAs.

In addition to her show-stopping style, which included this denim number she changed into later in the night, Swift made history at the 2023 ceremony when, after taking home the Moon Person for video of the year for "Anti-Hero," she became the first artist to receive the award four times.

Her nine wins that night led her to became the second-most awarded artist in VMA history — right behind Beyoncé.

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2022

Arturo Holmes/FilmMagic Taylor Swift at the 2022 VMAs.
Arturo Holmes/FilmMagic Taylor Swift at the 2022 VMAs.

In 2022, Swift made a surprise appearance at the awards in this sparkly Oscar de la Renta dress.

Taylor Swift with her Moon Person Awards in 2022

Christopher Polk/Variety via Getty Images Taylor Swift with her awards in 2022.
Christopher Polk/Variety via Getty Images Taylor Swift with her awards in 2022.

She later changed into this midnight blue ensemble and took multiple awards including video of the year for "All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version)."

During her acceptance speech, she announced her album Midnights.

Taylor Swift Performs in 2019

Dimitrios Kambouris/VMN19/Getty Taylor Swift performs at the 2019 VMAS.
Dimitrios Kambouris/VMN19/Getty Taylor Swift performs at the 2019 VMAS.

Swift returned to the VMAs for the first time in four years in 2019 and performed a medley of hits, including "You Need to Calm Down" and "Lover."

Taylor Swift Accepts An Award in 2019

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Dimitrios Kambouris/VMN19/Getty

She hit the red carpet in a colorful blazer ensemble paired with thigh-high boots, then accepted the award for video of the year — using her acceptance speech to promote the Equality Act.

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2015

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Swift's midriff-baring sequined houndstooth set that she wore on the carpet in 2015 was a clear departure from her typical look.

Taylor Swift Performs with Nicki Minaj in 2015

John Shearer/Getty Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj in 2015.
John Shearer/Getty Taylor Swift and Nicki Minaj in 2015.

Swift performed "The Night Is Still Young" with Nicki Minaj and then finished out her performance with "Bad Blood" in a red beaded fringe mini-dress.

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2014

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Jason Merritt/Getty Images

We knew she was trouble when she walked in! Swift wore a blue long-sleeved Mary Katrantzou romper on the carpet in 2014.

Taylor Swift Performs in 2014

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Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic

Swift taught us all how to "Shake It Off" when she performed her hit song off of 1989 : Ideally in a sequined, fringe two-piece.

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2013

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C Flanigan/FilmMagic

Swift went Old Hollywood glam in a navy gown with a plunging neckline.

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2012

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Steve Granitz/WireImage

Nothing like an all-white power suit to show the red carpet who's boss.

Taylor Swift Performs in 2012

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Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Swift performed "We Are Never Ever Getting Back Together" in a striped top and short shorts.

Taylor Swift Performs in 2010

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Kevin Mazur/WireImage

Following Kanye West's interruption in 2009, Swift was back the following year to perform her song "Innocent," which is said to be about West. She wore a white dress and went barefoot for the occasion.

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2009

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Taylor Swift

For her second VMAs in 2009, Swift chose an elegant sequined gown, which became iconic after West interrupted her speech.

Taylor Swift Performs in 2009

<p>James Devaney/WireImage</p> Taylor Swift performs in 2009 at the VMAs.

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Taylor Swift performs in 2009 at the VMAs.

At the same show, she performed her hit song "You Belong with Me" on a subway and then live outside of Radio City Music Hall wearing this red number.

Taylor Swift and Beyoncé in 2009

<p>Kevin Mazur/WireImage</p> Taylor Swift and Beyoncé.

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Taylor Swift and Beyoncé.

She would wear that same red dress on stage when Beyoncé invited her up to finish her acceptance speech after winning video of the year.

Taylor Swift on the Red Carpet in 2008

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ANDREAS BRANCH/Patrick McMullan

Swift went simple for the red carpet for her first VMAs in 2008, choosing a structured, ballet-inspired dress and strappy gold heels.

Taylor Swift's First VMAs in 2008

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Kevin Mazur/WireImage

While working the carpet for MTV News at the 2008 awards, Swift wore a gorgeous, gold dress that looked like something out of The Great Gatsby.

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