All eyes were on Kesha at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards, where she delivered not only a show-stopping performance but also a bold fashion statement at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
After weeks of uncertainty surrounding her scheduled appearance due to ongoing legal battles with producer Dr. Luke, the pop star’s return to the stage felt triumphant. She moved the audience with an emotional rendition of Bob Dylan’s “It Ain’t Me Babe,” earning a standing ovation and reminding everyone of her resilience—while turning heads in a striking Gucci suit.
The “TiK ToK” singer stayed in character throughout the awards show and even arrived in an eggplant purple Gucci suit that paid tribute to Bob Dylan and the late Prince.
Kesha wears her blonde hair in soft curls at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards held on May 22, 2016, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas (Credit: Apega/ Nicky Nelson/ WENN)
Kesha received a standing ovation, a much-deserved reaction for her first televised performance since the lawsuit. She described her fashion inspiration on Instagram:
very lucky to be wearing a classic nudie suit on this carpet. this piece of vintage clothing is truly a piece of art ( like. museum piece ) and an homage to both Bob Dylan and Prince. thank u so so much to the nudie suit crew for sharing this art and letting it adorn my body tonight. I’m very appreciative and grateful 🙏🏻🙏🏻
Kesha wears a purple velvet suit to the Billboard Awards as an homage to Bob Dylan and Prince (Credit: Apega/ Nicky Nelson/ WENN)
Kesha amazingly pulled off the purple velvet suit with gold embroidery. It was the perfect fashion tribute to the two legendary singers.
The 2016 Billboard Music Awards were filled with memorable performances and equally standout fashion moments. Beyond the stage, celebrities turned heads on the red carpet with bold shoe choices and dazzling designer looks.
2016 Billboard Music Awards: Red Carpet Shoe Highlights
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- 📏 Ariana Grande Almost Face-Plants in Giuseppe Zanotti Pumps at 2016 Billboard Music Awards — Focuses on her long hem + sky-high stilettos and how the shoes nearly caused a stumble.
- 📏 Rebecca Romijn’s Red Carpet Magic at the Billboard Music Awards — Red carpet spotlight on her Réne Caovilla embellished suede sandals and how she styled them despite a dramatic bruise.
- 📏 Celine Dion and Ciara Shine in Metallic Dresses at the 2016 Billboard Music Awards — Both wore metallics head-to-toe; includes Celine’s gold pumps and Ciara’s strappy silver heels.
Kesha commanded the pink carpet in a custom eggplant purple Gucci Nudie suit embroidered with gold detailing, which she paired with metallic gold-heeled loafers for a striking blend of vintage homage and modern edge
The Timeless Legacy of Gucci Loafers
The singer finished off her look with a pair of gold-heeled Gucci loafers—a silhouette that has become iconic since Aldo Gucci introduced the horsebit detail in 1953.
Beloved for its ability to bridge casual and formal wear, the loafer has been worn by everyone from Hollywood stars to Wall Street executives, making it a lasting symbol of craftsmanship, heritage, and timeless style.
Kesha showed off her foot tattoos in glittering gold Gucci Marmont loafers with block heels and fringe detailing
From bold stage performances to daring red carpet risks, Kesha has consistently proven that her fashion and footwear choices are as fearless as her music. Let’s take a closer look at some of her most memorable shoe moments featured on Your Next Shoes:
Kesha’s Best Shoe & Fashion Highlights
👠 Explore Kesha’s Shoe & Fashion Moments:
- 📏 Kesha’s Height and Shoe Size: How the Pop Star Stands Tall in Sky-High Heels — A profile of her height and foot size, paired with examples of her standout footwear through the years.
- 📏 Kesha’s Guide to Grunge-Glam: How to Wear Thigh-High Stockings With Oxfords and Louboutins — A style breakdown of how Kesha mixes edgy and classic elements, focusing especially on her choice of shoes.
- 📏 Kesha’s 2013 Christian Louboutin “Donue” Booties: A Deep Dive into Her Risqué Style Moment — Close-ups & commentary on her bold use of statement booties and how they play into her red-carpet image.
- 📏 Kesha Wears Cornrow Braids and Pink Bow Garters With Platform Wedge Sneakers — Street-style look featuring platform sneakers, playful accessories, and how she uses footwear to accent wild styling.
- 📏 Ke$ha Takes Red Carpet Risks in High-Slit Michael Costello Gown and Giuseppe Zanotti Heels — Red carpet moment with high heels; shows how she pairs dramatic gowns with standout shoe silhouettes.
- 📏 Kesha Delivers Powerful Performance at 2016 Billboard Music Awards — Outfit tribute plus the gold-heeled Gucci loafers; strong fashion + footwear detail in a major event setting.