Ellie Goulding and 4 more who ruled the Grammy red carpet

A look at the five who best strutted their stuff on the Grammy's red carpet.

February 16, 2016 at 7:21PM

From left, Ellie Goulding won the night in a Stella McCartney blush-pink slip dress with beautiful back detailing. Despite the Grammys' crazy fashion reputation, Goulding's approach was elegant and pretty. We love that she stood out by playing it simple. Her high, tousled part and diamond collar necklace kept the look sexy and glamorous.

Kacey Musgraves stunned in a super-textured ombre Armani Privé gown. Nominated for best country album, Musgraves rocked a trendy matte purple-toned lip, and we love that her confident, quirky personality was so evident in her look.

John Legend donned a playful dotted suit jacket, a departure from his usual straightforward approach. Plus, how cute was the clean-cut singer next to his beautiful pregnant wife Chrissy Teigen?

Taylor Swift got mixed reviews on Twitter for her mega-hot Atelier Versace bandeau crop top and bright-pink, high-slit skirt, but we love how youthful, playful and sexy this look is. Plus, her new Anna Wintour bob is beyond fabulous. Our only critique? The jewel tone color scheme was a bit reminiscent of last year's teal blue — change it up, Taylor!

Demi Lovato kept her always-edgy vibe in a Norisol Ferrari blazer and maxi skirt. The look featured a plunging neckline, high slit, black pumps and plenty of silver statement jewelry. Sexy and chic.


Taylor Swift arrives at the 58th Annual Grammy Awards on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. (Kirk McKoy/Los Angeles Times/TNS)
Taylor Swift arrives at the 58th Annual Grammy Awardsin Altelier Versace. (Kirk McKoy/Los Angeles Times/TNS) (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Ellie Goulding arrives at the 58th annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)
Ellie Goulding in Stella McCartney. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Kacey Musgraves arrives at the 58th annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)
Kacey Musgraves in Armani Prive. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
Demi Lovato arrives at the 58th annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)
Demi Lovato arrives at the 58th annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
John Legend arrives at the 58th annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)
John Legend arrives at the 58th annual Grammy Awards at the Staples Center on Monday, Feb. 15, 2016, in Los Angeles. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP) (The Minnesota Star Tribune)
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