Taylor Swift's daring red carpet look at the AMAs

Taylor Swift chose a mirror ball dress for the American Music Awards. Photo / Getty Images

The stars are arriving at LA's Microsoft Theatre for one of the biggest nights in music: The 46th Annual American Music Awards.

Actress Tracee Ellis Ross is set to host for the second year in a row, with Cardi B and Drake leading the list of nominations with eight nods each.

Expect performances from acts including Taylor Swift, Mariah Carey and Dua Lipa, as well as a special Aretha Franklin tribute performance.

But first — the red carpet …

Taylor Swift paired a dramatic mirror ball dress with matching thigh-high boots. Photo / Getty Images

Chart-topper Cardi B in an incredible floral ensemble at the American Music Awards. Photo / Getty Images

Hitmaker Halsey looked stunning in an ethereal gown. Photo / Getty Images

K-Pop superstars NCT 127 attended the American Music Awards after releasing their first English-language single. Photo / Getty Images

Shawn Mendes kept things cool with a patterned shirt and his signature tousled hair. Photo / Getty Images