The 2014 GRAMMY Music Awards.

Red carpet season rumbles on with the Grammy awards as all eyes were on Beyonce and Jay Z who kicked off music’s biggest night with their first live performance of duet Drunk In Love. The couple were the first in a long list of performers including Taylor Swift, Katy Perry and Pharrell Williams. Unlike more buttoned up events like the Golden Globes, the Grammys anything goes dress code often inspires Hollywood’s best dressed to ditch the fancy gowns and opt for all things short and sparkly, and this year was no exception. Here’s a look at the most outstanding trends of the evening.

Molten Metallics. Stars grabbed attention in shimmering gold and silver dresses, making metallics a top trend of the evening.

From L-R: Taylor Swift, Chrissy Teigen, Ciara and Rita Ora

Plunging Necklines. Plunging necklines replaced the strapless trend that has been all over the Awards red carpet lately.

From L-R: Alicia Keys, Miranda Lambert, Chrisette Michele and Ciara

Red. Red is quickly cementing its place as the overall colour this award season.

From L-R: Colbie Caillat, Pink, Gloria Estefan and Miranda Lambert

Long – Sleeve Gowns. Beyonce, Ciara and Kelly Osbourne looked flawless in their long – sleeve gowns.

From L-R: Paris Hilton, Paula Patton, Beyonce and Zendaya Coleman

Menswear. Madonna gave the boys a run for their money when she showed up in a menswear inspired Ralph Lauren suit complete with top hat and cane.

From L-R: Madonna, Miguel, Steven Tyler and Kaskade