Lana Del Rey, Becky G and Rosalia brought their star qualities to the Billboard Women In Music Gala, held this Wednesday night in Los Angeles.
The trio were among a parade of celebrities honored at the event, along with SZA, Doechii, Kim Petras, Ivy Queen, Lainey Wilson, Latto and TWICE.
According to a press release from the magazine, the annual event recognizes “women in the music industry who have made significant contributions to the business and who, through their work and continued success, inspire generations of women to take increasing responsibility in the field. ‘
For her latest performance, Lana, who recently released an emotionally stirring new single called A&W, ran happily and sported a sunny disposition in a yellow lace dress.
The Born To Die artist, 37, treated the cameras to her megawatt smile by tying a canary yellow belt around her waist and pairing the look with gold heels.
Chirpy: For her latest performance, Lana, who recently released an emotionally stirring new single called A&W, put on a merry run and sported a sunny disposition in a yellow lace dress
The Summertime Sadness hitmaker sharpened her features with makeup and partially gathered her luxe dark hair in an elaborate retro-chic updo.
Meanwhile, Becky G hinted at her perky bum in a daring sheer black mini dress, adding a glamor twist to her outfit in the form of a mesh veil, styled in a stream of black and blue.
Rosalia, on the other hand, indulged photographers with a generous helping of underboob in a dangerously high-waisted black turtleneck crop top, which she slipped over a sheer mesh dress.
Abbott Elementary impresaria Quinta Brunson, who is hosting the evening’s festivities, beamed as she caused a stir in a shimmering cheetah-print dress.
Erika Jayne played her stunningly slim figure in a fitted pant suit, Larsen Thompson accentuated her cleavage in a barely-there bra and Coco Jones brought back the disco era in her glittery bell-bottoms.
Ashlee Keating lent a touch of classic showgirl flair to the action by modeling a pantsuit trimmed with white feathers and clutching a shiny silver bra with metallic tassels.
Canadian TikTok personality Sarah-Jade Bleau joined the cavalcade of stars at the fete, where Victoria Monet was classically elegant in an ankle-length white dress and Lolo Zouai was characteristically boho-chic.
Cooi LeRay, who shared on her Insta Stories that she was scheduled to present SZA with her award that night, cut a festive figure in a nautically chic suit as she struck a dancer’s pose.
Diane Warren stayed true to her reliable singer-songwriter style, producer Malibu Babie rocked a black peekaboo mini and Heidi Klum showed off her supermodel figure in a perfectly fitted dress.
Billboard Women in Music 2023 honorees
Woman of the Year: SZA
Impact Award: Becky G
Newcomer: Doechii
Icon: Ivy Queen
Chart breaker: Kim Petras
Rulebreaker: Lainey Wilson
Visionary: Lana Del Rey
Powerhouse: Latto
Producer of the Year: Rosalia
Breakthrough: Twice
Executive of the Year: Sylvia Rhone
Having fun: The Born To Die artist, 37, regaled the cameras with her megawatt smile and slipped a canary yellow belt around her waist, teaming the look with gold heels
A bit of hobnob: Rosalia, on the other hand, indulged photographers with a generous helping of underboob in a dangerously high-waisted black turtleneck crop top, which she slipped over a sheer mesh dress
Abbott Elementary Impresaria: Quinta Brunson, who hosted the evening’s festivities, beamed as she caused a stir in a shimmering cheetah-print dress
Gorgeous in white: Ashlee Keating brought a touch of classic showgirl flair to the action by modeling a pant suit trimmed with white feathers and clutching a shiny silver bra with metallic tassels
Celebration: Cooi LeRay, who shared on her Insta Stories that she was scheduled to present SZA with her award that night, cut a celebratory figure in a nautically chic suit as she struck a dancer’s pose
Chantel Jeffries, who broke into the music industry under the moniker Ceejay The Deejay and has spun romance rumors with none other than Diplo over the years, strutted in a gold electric pants suit.
TikTok blonde Loren Gray paired a French maiden-style dress with towering platforms, Alaina Castillo slipped her anorak off her shoulders and Sabrina Carpenter rocked a mini with an extravagant train.
Kim Petras, the trans-German singer who rose to new heights of fame with last year’s duet Unholy with Sam Smith, models a plunging frou-frou dress and enhances the effect with burgundy opera gloves.
Ambre swung past the shindig in a colour-block tartan suit, while Lauren Spencer-Smith looked ultra-casual in double denim and Chxrry22 struck a regal pose in a floaty black lace sheath.
Baby Tate rocked a split dress that allowed her to show off one of her shapely legs, and she jazzed up the look with a pearl necklace and fiery headpiece.
Shenseea exuded an ethereal vibe in a voluminous white gown, while Laya looked like she was about to be engulfed in her mountainous metallic gown, and Epic Records chair Sylvia Rhone was simply chic in black.
Jihyo, Momo, Mina, Dahyun, Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Chaeyoung, Sana and Tzuyu from K-pop girl group TWICE all gathered for an unforgettable star-studded group photo.
J. Maya attended the knees-up in a scarlet wrap dress, Lainey Wilson flashed a peace sign while bringing her sexy take on cowgirl chic to the party, and Piper Perabo showed up in a pink pantsuit and bandeau.
Victory smile: Chantel Jeffries, who broke into the music industry under the moniker Ceejay The Deejay and has sparked romance rumors with none other than Diplo over the years, strutted in an electric gold pantsuit
Teutonic blonde: Kim Petras, the trans-German singer who rose to new heights of fame with last year’s duet Unholy with Sam Smith, models a plunging frou-frou dress and enhances the effect with burgundy opera gloves
Looking great: Baby Tate rocked a split dress that allowed her to show off one of her shapely legs, and she jazzed up the look with a pearl necklace and fiery headpiece
All together now: (from left) Jihyo, Momo, Mina, Dahyun, Nayeon, Jeongyeon, Chaeyoung, Sana and Tzuyu of K-pop girl group TWICE all gathered for an unforgettable star-studded group photo
Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz, two close friends who co-host the podcast Pretty Basic, complemented their burgundy outfits for their night out on the town.
Swedish singer Zara Larsson exuded the aura of a 1950s pinup, and Chika wrapped a long walnut-brown trench coat over her hoodie amid a claque of bold names, including child star McKenna Grace.
Kiran + Nivi, a twin sister who has become a sensation on TikTok, stood back to back for photographers in a pose reminiscent of an album cover.
Doechii draped her statuesque frame in a form fitting black and gold dress, Jozzy made a fashion statement in head to toe black and Dove Cameron slipped into an olive drab dress with swirling Greek accents.
Katie Henderson, Cristal Ramirez, Alisa Ramirez and McKenna Petty, who form alternative pop band The Aces, all wore matching suits that evoked memories of an old-fashioned barbershop quartet.
Pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo paired a skin-tight, strapless leather top with sleek, high-waisted khaki pants that featured a silver horse design on one leg.
Meanwhile, Chloe Bailey, who rose to fame with her sister Halle Bailey as part of the singing duo Chloe + Halle, turned up the shine factor in a sheer silver dress.
Amber Grimes framed her hourglass figure in a fitted tartan sheath dress and gave the affair a dash of retro chic by wearing red-rimmed sunglasses at night.
Hot stuff: Rosalia showed off her underbust in a black crop top with sleeves and matching bottoms
Wowzers: The Spanish singer, 30, displayed her toned waist through sheer black material with studs
Happy: Sabrina Carpenter was in high spirits as she presented the Breakthrough Award on stage
What a pair! The former Disney Channel actress (left) showed off her legs in a black mini skirt as she posed alongside Lauren Spencer-Smith (right).
Before taking the stage for her hosting duties, Quinta slipped into a knee-length dream dress that featured show flair with a swirling raised hood in a flurry of awards shows.
Some of the award winners also took the stage to show off their musical skills, including Doechii, who electrified the audience with her numbers Persuasive and Crazy.
Meanwhile, surrounded by a phalanx of backup dancers dressed all in white, Latto treated her music industry contemporaries to a performance of her new single Lottery.
Stars galore paraded the stage, from Bad Bunny who gave a speech, to Piper Parabo, who was seen hugging Lainey Wilson while presenting her with an award, to Rosalia, who beamed as she took her gong.
Kim Petras, who had changed into a black mini with puff sleeves reminiscent of the 1980s, was also seen on the YouTube theater stage, which was crowned with an award.
Gal pals: Alisha Marie and Remi Cruz, two close friends who host the podcast Pretty Basic, complemented their burgundy outfits for their night out on the town
Ready for their close-up: Kiran + Nivi, a twin sister act who have become a TikTok sensation, stood back-to-back for photographers in a pose reminiscent of an album cover
Foursome: Katie Henderson, Cristal Ramirez, Alisa Ramirez and McKenna Petty, who form alternative pop band The Aces, all wore matching suits that evoked memories of an old-fashioned barbershop quartet
Pop sensation: Olivia Rodrigo paired a skin-tight, strapless leather top with sleek, high-waisted khaki pants that featured a silver horse design on one leg
Meanwhile: Chloe Bailey, who rose to fame with her sister Halle Bailey as part of the singing duo Chloe + Halle, turned up the shine factor in a sheer silver dress
Sleek and chic: Amber Grimes framed her hourglass figure in a fitted tartan sheath dress and added a dash of retro chic to the affair by wearing red-rimmed sunglasses at night
Presenter: Before Quinta took the stage for her hosting duties, Quinta slipped into a knee-length dream dress that featured show flair with a swirling, raised hood in an upswing of awards
Hello, gorgeous: Some of the honorees also took the stage to show off their musical skills, including Doechii, who electrified the audience with her numbers Persuasive and Crazy
Meanwhile, surrounded by a phalanx of backup dancers dressed all in white, Latto treated their music industry contemporaries to a rendition of their new single Lottery
Stagestruck: Stars galore paraded the stage, with Bad Bunny delivering a speech
All that sweet affection: Piper Parabo was seen hugging Lainey Wilson while presenting her with the award
Awarded: Kim Petras (left), who had changed into a black puff-sleeved mini reminiscent of the 1980s, was also seen on the YouTube Theater stage being presented with an award