When we heard that a memo was sent to the attendees of the Grammy Awards, (requirements including to “avoid sheer see-through clothing that could possibly expose female breast nipples”) we knew we were in for a show at the red carpet gala.

Nothing could keep the world’s hottest singers from owning the spotlight at the recent Grammy Awards.  Sure, there were a bunch who respected the network’s (CBS) request, but there were a lot who worked around the new ruling, while others just didn’t care.  After all, who would dare stop an artist from gracing the music awards?

Check out who among the singers came dressed accordingly, and who were the defiant ones:

Rhianna was still a showstopper in this flowing red gown by Alaia.  The sheer panels were a great execution for the singer to exude subtle sexiness.  Mid-part hair with sexy waves and matte red lips added just the right oomph!

All eyes were on Katy Perry (her cleavage, to be exact) in this key-hole sea foam dress by Gucci.  We adored her super-lined eyes and nude lips, but wished she had a more playful up ‘do to highlight her embellished neckline.

Taylor Swift never fails to look serenely glamorous.  We’re loving this electric-pleated long gown with silver accents by J. Mendel.  Braided headband and bangs, plus sweet pale pink lips and lined eyes are becoming for this Troubled singer.

Alicia Keys sported this leather banded ensemble by Alaia.  She stayed classic in red pops via lips and nails, but the mutated serpentine pleated hemline didn’t do wonders for the dress though.