Summer is nearly here, and New York City is more abuzz with celebrities than ever. The past two weekends have seen some of the biggest names in hip-hop and R&B taking the stage at Hot 97 Summer Jam, and more recently, Governor's Ball. While the former gave us performances from Cardi B, Lil Tjay, and Coi Leray (among others), the latter saw Lizzo headlining on Friday (June 9), and Kendrick Lamar closing things out on Sunday night.
This isn't the only time we've seen K-Dot outside since wrapping up his Mr. Morale & The Big Steppers World Tour. Earlier this month he caught our attention at Primavera Sound, where the Pulitzer Prize-winning lyricist brought out clones to make a creative statement. His set in NYC last night was equally as riveting, and saw him wearing an orange and white outfit paired with a backwards blue cap.
Kendrick Lamar Closes Things Out in NYC
Kendrick Lamar performs during the 2023 Governors Ball Music Festival at Flushing Meadows Corona Park on June 11, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/Getty Images)
There were plenty of noteworthy style moments throughout the weekend in Flushing Meadows Corona Park. Not only did those attending the event step out in their best, but artists like Ice Spice, Lil Nas X, and Ari Lennox made sure to show off plenty of body.
Elsewhere, Pusha T stepped out in a sleek Louis Vuitton look ahead of Pharrell Williams' debut at the label. We also loved PinkPantheress' homage to the '00s, Giveon's bright, all-white outfit, and Lizzo's sparkly silver gown that had her resembling the Statue of Liberty.
More Photos from Governor's Ball 2023
Keep scrolling to see more of our favourite artists on the Governor's Ball 2023 stage. Who had the best outfit at the festival this past weekend? Let us know in the comments, and check back later for more hip-hop/pop culture news updates.
Ice Spice performs during the 2023 Governors Ball Music Festival at Flushing Meadows Corona Park on June 09, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Lil Nas X performs during the 2023 Governors Ball Music Festival at Flushing Meadows Corona Park in New York City on June 11, 2023. (Photo by YUKI IWAMURA/AFP via Getty Images)
Pinkpantheress performs during the 2023 Governors Ball Music Festival at Flushing Meadows Corona Park on June 11, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Pusha T performs during the 2023 Governors Ball Music Festival at Flushing Meadows Corona Park on June 11, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
Lizzo performs during Governors Ball Music Festival 2023 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park on June 09, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Daniel Zuchnik/Getty Images)
Giveon performs during Governors Ball Music Festival 2023 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park on June 11, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/Getty Images)
Ari Lennox performs during Governors Ball Music Festival 2023 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park on June 11, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/Getty Images)
Lil Uzi Vert performs during Governors Ball Music Festival 2023 at Flushing Meadows Corona Park on June 09, 2023, in New York City. (Photo by Astrida Valigorsky/Getty Images)
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