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The most memorable looks from the 2000 VMAs

By Heather Cichowski

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By Heather Cichowski

The millennium might not seem like it was that long ago, but we have seen 20 different MTV Video Music Awards ceremonies since then.

The 2000 VMAs featured a number of celebrities who are still popular today, including Jennifer Lopez, Heidi Klum and Pink, as well as some beloved girl and boy groups.

A lot of the faces might be recognizable, but clothing trends have changed in two decades. And given that this is the MTV VMAs, stars went out to wow, shock and amaze with their looks.

Scroll through the gallery (or click through if you're on desktop) to see the most memorable style moments from the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards.

Photos: © Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images, Nick Elgar/Getty Images, Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

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Britney Spears

The "Stronger" singer performed in an embellished bra top and low-rise trousers at the VMAs.

The four-time nominee sang a mix of "Oops! I Did It Again" and The Rolling Stones's "(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction."

This was three years before she wore the iconic beaded bodysuit in "Toxic!"

Photo: © Kevin Mazur/WireImage

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Aaliyah

The late singer demonstrated how animal print has always been in fashion. Her yellow-and-black dress was even more striking thanks to the bright colours and textured hem.

Photo: © KMazur/WireImage

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Christina Aguilera

The singer, who was nominated for five awards at the 2000 VMAs, struck a pose in a cutout dress. The daring look has become one of her most iconic red carpet outfits.

Photo: © Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

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Sisqo

The "Thong Song" singer couldn't resist showing off some of the technology from the time period. He wore it on his belt!

Photo: © Nick Elgar/ImageDirect

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Gisele Bundchen

The 20-year-old model struck a fierce pose in a white dress and brown boots.

She was on hand to present the Best Hip-Hop Video with Lenny Kravitz.

Photo: © Frank Micelotta/Getty Images

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Jennifer Lopez

The singer proudly held up her Moon Person award for Best Dance Video for "Waiting for Tonight."

J.Lo also showed support for then-boyfriend Diddy (who was more known as Puffy/Puff Daddy at the time), by wearing a white crop top from his Sean John label paired with the decade's very low-rise white jeans.

Photo: © Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

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Heidi Klum

The German supermodel has long wowed on the red carpet. She looked trendy at the VMAs in a one-shouldered sparkling dress paired with black shoulder bag.

Photo: © Evan Agostini/ImageDirect

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Lil Kim

The rapper has always known how to make a statement on the red carpet. This cutout look highlighted the point.

Photo: © Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc

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Mandy Moore

Do you remember the singer-actress as a blonde? Her sheer blouse and pointed-toe shoes played up her lighter hair colour. Cream bootcut jeans and a tank top finished the look.

Photo: © Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc

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NSYNC

The boy band, featuring (L-R) JC Chasez, Chris Kirkpatrick, Lance Bass, Justin Timberlake and Joey Fatone, made an entrance onto the red carpet with fur, flames and frosted tips.

Photo: © Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc

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Ricky Martin

The "Livin' La Vida Loca" singer took to the stage at Radio City Music Hall in a fringed shirt and black pants.

He also had the decade's blonde highlights.

Photo: © Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic, Inc

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Destiny's Child

Kelly Rowland, Beyoncé and Michelle Williams embraced coordinating outfits, like many girl and boy groups did at the time.

The trio donned diamante-studded corsets with black bottoms.

Photo: © Nick Elgar/Getty Images

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Dwayne Johnson

The Rock was slowly transitioning from wrestling to acting.

His metallic bronze vest and matching pants nodded to both worlds. The 28-year-old accessorized with gold jewelry and snakeskin boots.

Photo: © Nick Elgar/ImageDirect

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Pink

We're used to her as a blonde, but Pink came onto the scene with vivid pink hair. The rest of her look was as bold as her heavily gelled hairdo.

Photo: © Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty Images

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Eve

At the 2000 MTV Video Music Awards, the rapper matched her flaming red hair to her fuzzy boa and tall boots. A supersized choker and gold one-sleeve dress added even more drama.

Photo: © George DeSota/Liaison

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Kate Hudson

White was a big trend at the 2000 MTV VMAs. Kate Hudson sported a flared white suit with sparkling pink top and choker necklace.

Photo: © George De Sota/Liaison

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