BET Awards 2021: The All-Time Best Dresses Worn On The Red Carpet

These knockout numbers were show stoppers.

2010: Keri Hilson  - Written by Emerald Elitou— From eye-catching mini dresses to elegant gowns, our favorite celebrities never disappoint at the BET Awards. Ahead, see some of our favorites from over the years.The paparazzi was on the prowl trying to capture the perfect pic of Keri Hilson at the 2010 BET Awards. Eager to snap an iconic image of the Pretty Girls Rock singer in her cheetah print dress, the media went wild when she struck a pose in this backless number. (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic) (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic)

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2010: Keri Hilson  - Written by Emerald Elitou— From eye-catching mini dresses to elegant gowns, our favorite celebrities never disappoint at the BET Awards. Ahead, see some of our favorites from over the years.The paparazzi was on the prowl trying to capture the perfect pic of Keri Hilson at the 2010 BET Awards. Eager to snap an iconic image of the Pretty Girls Rock singer in her cheetah print dress, the media went wild when she struck a pose in this backless number. (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic) (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/FilmMagic)

2015: Andra Day - Singer and actress Andra Day served up retro-chic on the 2015 BET Awards red carpet. Dressed in a vintage-inspired polka dot dress, we were impressed by the star’s choice to freshen up the look with layers of modern gold jewelry. (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic) (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic)

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2015: Andra Day - Singer and actress Andra Day served up retro-chic on the 2015 BET Awards red carpet. Dressed in a vintage-inspired polka dot dress, we were impressed by the star’s choice to freshen up the look with layers of modern gold jewelry. (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic) (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic)

2015: Zendaya  - Zendaya never misses a moment to shine! The Malcolm and Marie actress dazzled in a Nicolas Jebran button-down dress with matching ankle strap pumps. It’s worth noting that her edgy new haircut came as a surprise to fans as she strutted down the 2015 BET Awards red carpet. (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic) (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic)

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2015: Zendaya  - Zendaya never misses a moment to shine! The Malcolm and Marie actress dazzled in a Nicolas Jebran button-down dress with matching ankle strap pumps. It’s worth noting that her edgy new haircut came as a surprise to fans as she strutted down the 2015 BET Awards red carpet. (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic) (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic)

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2016: Meagan Good - Meagan Good stopped onlookers in their tracks at the 2016 BET Awards. Besides her stunning locs, many fans were awe-inspired by her curves in this green evening gown featuring sexy cut-outs and a thigh-high slit. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/WireImage) (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/WireImage)

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2016: Meagan Good - Meagan Good stopped onlookers in their tracks at the 2016 BET Awards. Besides her stunning locs, many fans were awe-inspired by her curves in this green evening gown featuring sexy cut-outs and a thigh-high slit. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/WireImage) (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/WireImage)

2016: Tracee Ellis Ross - Tracee Ellis Ross never ceases to amaze us! The Mixed-ish actress took her Awards-night look to a new level in a slinky Mugler snakeskin dress paired with neon Louboutin pumps. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images) (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)

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2016: Tracee Ellis Ross - Tracee Ellis Ross never ceases to amaze us! The Mixed-ish actress took her Awards-night look to a new level in a slinky Mugler snakeskin dress paired with neon Louboutin pumps. (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images) (Photo by David Livingston/Getty Images)

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2017: Yara Shahidi  - Yara Shahidi was all smiles as she strutted onto the carpet in an asymmetrical ruffled denim dress by Jonathan Simkhai. The Grown-ish actress took the statement-making ensemble to the next level by pairing it with sequin and feather-embellished sandals by Jimmy Choo. (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic) (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic)

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2017: Yara Shahidi  - Yara Shahidi was all smiles as she strutted onto the carpet in an asymmetrical ruffled denim dress by Jonathan Simkhai. The Grown-ish actress took the statement-making ensemble to the next level by pairing it with sequin and feather-embellished sandals by Jimmy Choo. (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic) (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic)

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2019: Ciara  - Showing off her edgy side, Ciara sent the paparazzi into a frenzy with her Jean Paul Gaultier dress featuring dramatic shoulders. The singer completed her look with matching stiletto heels and a fierce chin-length bob. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

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2019: Ciara  - Showing off her edgy side, Ciara sent the paparazzi into a frenzy with her Jean Paul Gaultier dress featuring dramatic shoulders. The singer completed her look with matching stiletto heels and a fierce chin-length bob. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

2019: Marsai Martin - Marsai Martin is one fashionable teen! While attending the 2019 BET Awards, the Little actress turned heads in an antique gold brocade strapless dress by Romona Keveža. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage) (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage)

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2019: Marsai Martin - Marsai Martin is one fashionable teen! While attending the 2019 BET Awards, the Little actress turned heads in an antique gold brocade strapless dress by Romona Keveža. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage) (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage)

2019: Kiana Ledé - Staying ahead of the trends, Kiana Ledé expertly paired her retro flipped hair with a long flapper-inspired gown. Careful not to outshine the diamonds and feathers on her orange evening dress, the singer completed her designer fashion with matching strappy heels. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage) (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage)

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2019: Kiana Ledé - Staying ahead of the trends, Kiana Ledé expertly paired her retro flipped hair with a long flapper-inspired gown. Careful not to outshine the diamonds and feathers on her orange evening dress, the singer completed her designer fashion with matching strappy heels. (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage) (Photo by Rodin Eckenroth/WireImage)

2020: KJ Smith  - Despite sheltering-in-place due to the pandemic, KJ Smith dressed up for the 2020 BET Awards Pre-Show. We especially loved her prairie-inspired mini dress, which effortlessly complimented her curls. (Photo by BET Awards 2020/Getty Images via Getty Images)Watch the 2021 BET Awards on June 27 at 8/9C p.m. (Photo by BET Awards 2020/Getty Images via Getty Images)

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2020: KJ Smith  - Despite sheltering-in-place due to the pandemic, KJ Smith dressed up for the 2020 BET Awards Pre-Show. We especially loved her prairie-inspired mini dress, which effortlessly complimented her curls. (Photo by BET Awards 2020/Getty Images via Getty Images)Watch the 2021 BET Awards on June 27 at 8/9C p.m. (Photo by BET Awards 2020/Getty Images via Getty Images)