

The Grammys may have a dress code (which CBS set in 2013 to avoid risqué looks and wardrobe malfunctions), but the show is still one of the most creative — and dressed down — of the awards season.

The Grammys may have a dress code (which CBS set in 2013 to avoid risqué looks and wardrobe malfunctions), but the show is still one of the most creative — and dressed down — of the awards season.
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How To Rock A (Casual) Red Carpet
Image Credit: Jamie McCarthy/FilmMagic The Grammys may have a dress code (which CBS set in 2013 to avoid risqué looks and wardrobe malfunctions), but the show is still one of the most creative — and dressed down — of the awards season.
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Dressed-Up Denim
Image Credit: Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic Elevate jeans with a statement piece: “The shirt or jacket has to be of a really-beautiful material,” says stylist Lauren Matos, who works with Wiz Khalifa. If Pharrell Williams’ bouclé women’s Chanel jacket is too -adventurous, try a blazer with patches or pins.
Pictured: Pharrell Williams and Helen Lasichanh arrive at the 58th Grammy Awards at Staples Center on Feb. 15, 2016 in Los Angeles.
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Alexander McQueen Engineered Badge jacket, $2,995; alexandermcqueen.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Alexander McQueen Alexander McQueen Engineered Badge jacket, $2,995; alexandermcqueen.com.
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Martin Margiela skinny-fit distressed jeans, $790; mrporter.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Mr. Porter Martin Margiela skinny-fit distressed jeans, $790; mrporter.com.
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Gucci Ace embroidered sneakers, $640; gucci.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Gucci Gucci Ace embroidered sneakers, $640; gucci.com.
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Apple Watch Hermes stainless steel and leather single tour watch, $1,149; apple.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Apple Apple Watch Hermes stainless steel and leather single tour watch, $1,149; apple.com.
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Tough Luxe Boots
Image Credit: Jamie McCarthy/FilmMagic While stilettos still reign, boots like Selena Gomez’s can be a powerful alternative. “Make sure there is something to balance the casual,” says Jennifer Lopez’s stylist, Rob Zangardi. In this case, layered resin and metal cuffs add polish.
Pictured: Selena Gomez attends the "Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology" Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City.
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David Yurman resin cable cuff, $850; davidyurman.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of David Yurman David Yurman resin cable cuff, $850; davidyurman.com.
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Rebecca Vallance Breakers stretch-crepe dress, $480; netaporter.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Net-A-Porter Rebecca Vallance Breakers stretch-crepe dress, $480; netaporter.com.
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Georg Jensen sterling silver Alliance bangle, $595; georgjensen.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Georg Jensen Georg Jensen sterling silver Alliance bangle, $595; georgjensen.com.
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Louis Vuitton Star Trail leather ankle boots, $1,490; louisvuitton.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Louis Vuitton Louis Vuitton Star Trail leather ankle boots, $1,490; louisvuitton.com.
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M2Malletier Amor Fati leather bag, $1,495; netaporter.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of M2Malletier M2Malletier Amor Fati leather bag, $1,495; netaporter.com.
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Basic On Top
Image Credit: Jon Kopaloff/FilmMagic “The turtleneck-and-skirt combination is timeless, feminine and sexy,” according to stylists Zangardi and Mariel Haeen, who together dressed Ciara for the American Music Awards. “We loved that it accentuated her baby bump, but it was something she would wear even if she wasn’t pregnant.”
Pictured: Ciara arrives at the 2016 American Music Awards at Microsoft Theater on Nov. 20, 2016 in Los Angeles.
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J.Crew cashmere sweater, $228; jcrew.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of J.Crew J.Crew cashmere sweater, $228; jcrew.com.
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Erdem Amanda floral jacquard skirt, $2,285; netaporter.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Net-A-Porter Erdem Amanda floral jacquard skirt, $2,285; netaporter.com.
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Dolce & Gabbana plexiglass Dolce bag, $4,445; dolcegabbana.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Dolce & Gabbana Dolce & Gabbana plexiglass Dolce bag, $4,445; dolcegabbana.com.
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Sidney Garber moonstone and diamond Flame ring, $12,660; sidneygarber.com.
Image Credit: Vanessa Lenz Photography Sidney Garber moonstone and diamond Flame ring, $12,660; sidneygarber.com.
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Paul Andrew Satin and Swarovski Crystal Ankara heels, $895; saks.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Paul Andrew Paul Andrew Satin and Swarovski Crystal Ankara heels, $895; saks.com.
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Statement Sneaker
Image Credit: Steve Granitz/WireImage With a suit or tux, keep sneaks simple: “High tops work if they have a narrow cut and a slim sole — nothing too chunky or it takes away from everything else,” says Matos, who dressed Wiz Khalifa in a Thom Browne suit with Converse Chuck Taylors at the 2016 ceremony.
Pictured: Wiz Khalifa arrives at the 58th Grammy Awards at Staples Center on Feb. 15, 2016 in Los Angeles.
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Kingsman slim-fit Harry trousers, $795; mrporter.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Mr Porter Kingsman slim-fit Harry trousers, $795; mrporter.com.
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Saint Laurent Iconic Le Smoking woven jacquard jacket, $2,990; ysl.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Saint Laurent Saint Laurent Iconic Le Smoking woven jacquard jacket, $2,990; ysl.com.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic Medium Duetto stainless steel watch, $10,900; jaeger-lecoultre.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Jaeger-LeCoultre Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Classic Medium Duetto stainless steel watch, $10,900; jaeger-lecoultre.com.
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Persol Calligrapher Edition sunglasses, $370; sunglasshut.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Persol Persol Calligrapher Edition sunglasses, $370; sunglasshut.com.
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Christian Louboutin Louis Spikes leather high-tops, $1,295; christianlouboutin.com.
Image Credit: Courtesy of Christian Louboutin Christian Louboutin Louis Spikes leather high-tops, $1,295; christianlouboutin.com.