Beyoncé Shines in 140,000 Swarovski Crystal Dress at the 2014 BRIT Awards

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Leave it to Queen Bey to take sparkly dresses to a new level. While we’re accustomed to sequins and metallics adding extra shine, Beyoncé outdid herself by donning a dress adorned with a staggering 140,000 Swarovski crystal embellishments.

At the 2014 Brit Awards, Beyoncé wowed audiences with a performance of her single "XO," marking its television debutAt the 2014 Brit Awards, Beyoncé wowed audiences with a performance of her single “XO,” marking its television debut (Credit: WENN)

The 32-year-old singer performed her new song “XO” on the stage of the BRIT Awards and wowed the crowd with her incredible vocals and stunning emerald gown. The all-sparkly dress was custom-made by Greek designer Vrettos Vrettakos.

Beyoncé dazzled in a form-fitting gown by Vrettos Vrettakos, adorned with 140,000 Swarovski crystalsBeyoncé dazzled in a form-fitting gown by Vrettos Vrettakos, adorned with 140,000 Swarovski crystals (Credit: WENN)

According to Bey’s stylist, the unique dress had been on hold for over a month, and they were waiting for the perfect time and event to wear it. She also wore a whopping $2 million in Lorraine Schwartz diamond jewelry!

Beyoncé shines in an emerald Vrettos Vrettakos gown complemented by her flowing blonde waves and glamorous diamond jewelryBeyoncé shines in an emerald Vrettos Vrettakos gown complemented by her flowing blonde waves and glamorous diamond jewelry (Credit: WENN)

Beyoncé performs at the 2014 BRIT Awards in a dazzling dress by Vrettos Vrettakos, embellished with 140,000 Swarovski crystalsBeyoncé performs at the 2014 BRIT Awards in a dazzling dress by Vrettos Vrettakos, embellished with 140,000 Swarovski crystals on February 19, 2014 (Credit: WENN)