Mary J. Blige Rocks Extreme Cutouts and Sequins at the Billboard Music Awards
May 16, 2022 at 05:44PM Mary J. Blige found the perfect fashion designer to orchestrate her Billboard Icon Award acceptance. Taking the stage at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards on Sunday evening, the music artist wore a look that certainly rose to the occasion. The custom gown, designed by Puerto Rican native Rey Ortiz, sparkled at every turn, reminding everyone who the lady of the hour was. Taking cutouts and sequins to new levels of bold, the black minidress featured a one-shoulder halter-neck design plus asymmetrical cutouts and multicolored sequins all along the sleeve and bodice. On one side, the sparkly fabric flowed into a floor-length train. Blige finished with black strappy heels, a few diamond rings, and scintillating silver hoops. She styled her hair into a top bun with a bang. Janet Jackson presented the award to Blige in a black Thom…
