VMAs

I Want To Live Inside Kacey Musgraves' VMAs Hat

Seriously, it’s huge.

by Theresa Massony
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Kacey’s Musgraves’ 2021 VMAs dress worked hard, but her hat worked wayyyyy harder. Fresh off the release of her new album star-crossed, Musgraves walked the 2021 MTV Video Music Awards red carpet dressed to stop traffic. With a form-fitting purple dress; extra-long, red leather gloves; and an enormous feathered purple hat that’s bigger than she is, Musgraves made it clear she didn’t come to play.

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Before we dive into the hat, let’s have a moment for Kacey Musgraves’ 2021 VMAs dress, shall we? The singer’s short, royal purple number is sweet and simple.

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Cinched at the waist, the purple design boasts some strategic draping along the skirt. Musgraves’ stylist paired the look with stand-out red leather gloves that sit at her upper arms, as well as some simple, PVC-strap heels.

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Now, let’s chat this hat. Musgraves’ VMAs hat, with lengthy royal purple feathers that matched her dress to a T, could easily be compared to Mary Poppins’ iconic bag.

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As big as it is, Musgraves’ hat doesn’t necessarily take away from the overall look. It adds the fun, playful touch to her otherwise simple look that Musgraves is known for.

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Musgraves’ 2021 VMAs dress was only complemented by her makeup, which played off the look beautifully, without going overboard.

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Peeking through her hat’s feathers, Musgraves’ iridescent purple eyeshadow reflected in the light, serving as the standout beauty element alongside her soft blush and pinky-nude lips.

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All in all, Musgraves’ 2021 VMAs dress, hat, and entire ensemble combined playful elements in unexpected combinations — and the result is angelic.

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