Nicki Minaj has never been afraid to show off her body, but now she's finding new, creative ways to do it. Nicki arrived on the VMA red carpet wearing a long-sleeved, skintight, blue gown featuring cut-outs and strategically placed mesh paneling down both sides of her body.

Nicki, who will be performing tonight alongside Ariana Grande, is rather limited mobility-wise in the look, but that doesn't stop her from working the carpet. She used the step-and-repeat to her advantage, leaning on it to strike a pose — and presumably hold her steady. Luckily Meek Mill and three handlers are also there for assistance.

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