Kelly Rowland, Britney Spears and Zoe Saldana lead the fashion pack as the ladies turn to the dark side at the MTV Awards

By Sophie Forbes

Last updated at 11:43 AM on 29th August 2011


She has been charming Britain with her witty personality and sparkling charisma as a judge on the X Factor.

And last night Kelly Rowland returned to the U.S stepping out in style at the MTV Video Music Awards.

The former Destiny's Child singer looked absolutely show-stopping in her plunging Falguni & Shane Peacock dress.

Show stopping: Kelly Rowland chose a feathered and embellished Falguni & Shane Peacock dress which she teamed with a pair of spiked Christian Louboutin heels

The short frock boasted a feathered skirt, long sheer sleeves and gold embellishment and Kelly teamed the stunning outfit with a pair of spiky black Christian Louboutin peep-toe heels.

The X Factor judge isn't the only star to step over to the dark side for the award ceremony and the singer was joined by Britney Spears, Zoe Saldana and Selena Gomez were also sporting the mysterious look.

Avatar actress Zoe Saldana donned a rocker style black studded cocktail dress by Barbara Bui with a plunging V shape neckline.

Classic: Both Zoe Saldana and Britney Spears chose dark cocktail dresses for the fun afternoon event

Black beauty: Selena Gomez looks stunning in a Gothic inspired black lace creation as she walked the white carpet at the MTV Video Music Awards tonight

Dark side: JoJo donned a black puff ball dress with Jessie J choosing a black sparkling corset and Jersey Shore's J-Woww choosing a dark metallic creation

A sparkling Britney Spears looked stunning and back at her best in a black sequined Moschino mini dress and matching booties as she beamed for the cameras.

Selena Gomez stepped out in a stunning Gothic style high-necked black lace creation.

She paired the intricate Julian MacDonald dress with gold stiletto pumps by Brian Atwood and a gold Ofira cuff and matching earrings.

Back to black: British singer Adele donned a 60s inspired empire waited dress while You Tube sensation Rebecca Black chose a black shorts and cardigan combo

Dazzling: Disney stars Demi Lovato and Victoria Justice both chose silver sequin cocktail dresses

Selena was just one of many female celebrities who chose to wear black for the evening - in fact black was the dominant colour on the carpet.

She accessorised with snake skin heels by Balenciaga and a gold clutch.


Other ladies who turned to the dark side included singers JoJo, Adele, Rebecca Black and Jessie J while Jersey Shore's J-Woww put a spin on the following in a dark metallic wing-sleeved cocktail dress with a plunging neckline.

Geisha girl: Katy Perry donned a pastel coloured mini dress and matching parasol which complemented her pink hair

Colourful: Katy Perry wore four different outfits throughout the awards

Metallic dresses seemed to be a favourite of the Disney stars with both Demi Lovato and Victoria Justice rocking sequinned silver minis.

There were some celebrities who chose to add a splash of colour to the otherwise dark carpet fashions.

'Chivalry is not dead': Russell Brand escorted wife Katy down the red carpet and helped her up onstage for her pre-show interview, while Britney cosied up to her man Jason Trawick

E! host Maria Menounos dazzled in a bright green draped dress which showed off her tanned skin and lean legs.

Jersey Shore's Snooki out her assets on display in a curve defining orange and gold strapless design by Lending luxury and rapper Kreayshawn added a touch of cute with a fun Disney themed dress.

Curves ahead: Newlywed Kim Kardashian arrived solo wearing a backless KaufmanFranco gown

Glamour: Mother-to-be Beyonce showed off her baby bump in a bright orange Lanvin gown, while Katie Holmes wore a short Alaia dress

Other trends on the carpet included pastel colours which were worn by Katy Perry (in Versace Atelier), Nicki Minaj and Jersey Shore's Deena.
While both newlywed Kim Kardashian and Miley Cyrus bucked the cocktail dress trend by choosing long floor length and backless gowns.

Grown up: Miley Cyrus wore a printed backless Roberto Cavalli gown

Here come the boys: Taylor Lautner (left), Justin Bieber and Joe Jonas all rocked their individual style on the red carpet

Boys will be boys: Joe Jonas posed with Joel and Benji Madden of Good Charlotte

Beyonce stunned the crowd by debuting her growing baby bump in a vibrant red flowing asymmetric Lanvin gown as she affectionately rubbed her tummy.
The 29-year-old superstar had not officially announced that she was expecting and her arrival, with bump, on the carpet was the night's number one talking point.

Adding a splash of colour: Maria Menounos chose a bright green draped dress, Snooki rocked an orange and gold strapless dress from Lending luxury and Mike Newton wore a gold mini dress

GTL: The cast of Jersey Shore brought the tight and bright style to the awards

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