Sabrina Carpenter had the unique and enviable privilege of joining Madonna and Charli xcx to open this year’s MTV Video Music Awards on Sunday (Sept. 27), and she did so while wearing custom Dolce & Gabbana.
Styling for the look was handled by Jared Ellner, whose recent work also includes a much-discussed red carpet moment from Phoebe Bridgers and a Rachel Sennott cover shoot.
See here for more performances from the 2026 VMAs, and here for a full rundown of this year’s winners.
2026 MTV Video Music Awards Performances: Charli xcx, Madonna, Gunna, Yung Lean, RAYE, and More
The Queen of Pop opened this year's ceremony with Charli xcx, Sabrina Carpenter, and more in tow.
2026 MTV Video Music Awards: Charli XCX Wears Fope Jewelry on Carpet
The 'Music Fashion Film' vocalist shined in diamond and sapphire encrusted jewelry designed by Fope.
2026 MTV Video Music Awards Carpet Highlights: Teyana Taylor, Slayyyter, Charli xcx, RAYE, More
The stars arrived in style for the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards, hosted by Snoop Dogg.
