The 15 Best Dressed Stars at the Emmy Awards
With apologies to the Kentucky Derby, the 2024 awards season should be dubbed âThe Run for the Roses.â From Jennifer Lopez at the Golden Globes to Margot Robbie and Emily Blunt at Critics Choice to Meghann Fahy at the 2023 Emmy Awards, have floral details ever dominated a succession of red carpets so strongly?
Perhaps itâs the result of three awards shows within an eight-day period, but red-carpet trends have quickly become fashionâs hottest talking points. Not only floral details, but also the omnipresence of red, white and black as color preferences, the determination among several men to abandon any thought of a tie and the addition of a brooch to a tuxedo lapel across men of every style and demographic.
Also seen on the star-studded red carpet at the Emmys: a proliferation of va-va-voom mermaid gowns, with Sheryl Lee Ralph in Christian Siriano, Hannah Waddingham in custom Marchesa, and Emmy winner Niecy Nash in custom Greta Constantine among the trendâs standout looks.
Who pulled off every element to perfection at the Jan. 15 ceremony at the Peacock Theater at L.A. Live in downtown Los Angeles? Check out this roundup of the nightâs 15 best looks:
Ayo Edebiri in custom Louis Vuitton
Ayo Edebiri
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The co-star of The Bear is three-for-three with her awards-season wins, and sheâs killing it on the red carpet as well. At Mondayâs event, Ayo Edebiri captured a best supporting actress trophy while looking cool and artful in a custom look by Louis Vuitton, a black leather bustier gown crafted in a sculptural 3D tulip detail, paired with Louis Vuitton shoes.
Sarah Snook in Vivienne Westwood
Sarah Snook
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The Succession star and Emmy best actress winner chose a Vivienne Westwood poppy-red corset gown that suited her skin tone perfectly, while her Cartier high jewelry, crafted of emeralds and diamonds set in 18-karat white gold, made her both giddy and nervous, telling E!âs Laverne Cox on the red carpet that she asked the jewelerâs security to make sure her husband knew how the necklaceâs clasp worked â not only to remove it at the end of the night, but mainly to make sure it stayed on at the event.
Adam DiMarco in Dior Men
Adam DiMarco
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If youâre skipping the tie, as many men have this awards season, make sure the rest of the look is both polished and tailored well. The White Lotusâs Adam DiMarco understood that assignment in this Dior Men look, which included a double-breasted jacket and a crisp white buttoned shirt.
Issa Rae in Pamella Roland
Issa Rae
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Itâs easy to see when someone loves what theyâre wearing, and that indeed was the case with Issa Rae in this beaded and feather-adorned confection by Pamella Roland. âI wanted to feel bedazzled,â Rae said on the red carpet, and she accomplished that task nicely in this champagne embroidered tulle caftan embellished with feathers from Rolandâs Spring 2024 collection. Rae finished the look with yellow gold and diamond jewelry by Cast.
Meghann Fahy in Louis Vuitton
Meghann Fahy
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A best supporting actress nominee for The White Lotus, Meghann Fahy embraced the seasonâs trend of rose embellishments with this Giorgrio Armani PrivĂ© bustier gown, crafted in a red silk velvet with a splash of roses along the strapless neckline, some embroidered with crystals. The actress paired the gown with Bulgari high jewelry earrings and bracelet and a Serpenti ring, all set in pink gold with diamonds.
Selena Gomez in Oscar de la Renta
Selena Gomez
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Among the nightâs wow moments was Selena Gomezâs arrival in this Oscar de la Renta gown by Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia, a fern-embroidered piece inspired by the duoâs Pre-Fall 2024 collection. The gown is comprised of roughly 450,000 paillettes in shades of rosewood and burgundy and required 930 hours of hand embroidery. Gomez also drew the spotlight for her stunning Jean Schlumberger Tiffany Bird on a Rock necklace crafted in yellow gold and platinum with diamonds and pink sapphires surrounding a morganite that totaled more than 35 carats. She finished the look with additional Tiffany & Co. jewels and Rene Caovilla shoes.
Colman Domingo in Louis Vuitton
Colman Domingo
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If Colman Domingo is gunning to be named the 2024 awards seasonâs best-dressed man, heâs surely making it look effortless. At Mondayâs red carpet the actor looked pristine and chic in a custom look by Louis Vuitton, consisting of a black evening coat with satin lapels and pearl button closure, white shirt and matching trousers, accessorized with black boots, a pearl necklace, brooch and bracelet also by Louis Vuitton, while Domingo added another bracelet, earrings and rings by Reza.
Rachel Brosnahan in Atelier Versace
Rachel Brosnahan
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Who wouldnât love Rachel Brosnahanâs gorgeous corset gown by Atelier Versace? A stunning example of construction and handcraft, the dress checked all the boxes in fit, details and style. Noting that the plans and fittings for the dress had spanned at least two months, the actress said on the red carpet that she felt âlike a purple warrior princessâ in the look. The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel star and Emmy nominee accessorized the design with gold and diamond jewels by Rainbow K, Suzanne Kalan and Yvonne LĂ©on and Aquazurra shoes.
Donald Glover in Bode
Donald Glover
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The star of the upcoming Mr. & Mrs. Smith, premiering on Amazon Prime Feb. 2, embraced the seasonâs floral theme with this suit by Bode, the New York-based luxury brand thatâs also been spotted on Jordan Peele, Harry Styles and Bruno Mars. Glover finished his look with a watch and gold jewelry by Cartier.
Christina Ricci in Saint Laurent
Christina Ricci
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The Yellowjackets star captivated on the silver carpet in this black velvet Saint Laurent gown with a plunging neckline, a perfect design to also showcase Christina Ricciâs jewelry by Martin Katz. Among her emerald and diamond jewelry was a tassel crafted of emerald beads surrounded by diamond bezels and set in 18-karat yellow gold, suspended on Katzâs Diamonds by the Yard necklace in 18-karat white gold. A Saint Laurent clutch finished the look.
Elizabeth Debicki in Dior Haute Couture
Elizabeth Debicki
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Always a fashion favorite, Elizabeth Debicki didnât disappoint on the Emmys red carpet with the chic simplicity of her Dior Haute Couture sheath, especially when she turned around to reveal the designâs gorgeous open back. A best supporting actress nominee for The Crown, Debicki paired the dress with Dior jewels.
Riley Keough in Chanel
Riley Keough
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The Daisy Jones & The Six star has looked ethereal and elegant throughout the awards season in Chanel, and the 2023 Emmy Awards were no exception. Keoughâs look consisted of shorts embroidered with a black and white bee motif under a gown of black organza, from Chanelâs Spring 2023 haute-couture collection. The look was finished with high jewelry and shoes also by Chanel.
Tyler James Williams in Dolce & Gabbana
Tyler James Williams
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The cut of the Dolce & Gabbana jacket worn by Abbott Elementaryâs Tyler James Williams was so terrific, he looked like nothing less than a superhero. The best supporting actor nomineeâs custom ensemble consisted of the Italian labelâs Sicilia-fit double-breasted jacket with shawl lapels, matching trousers and patent-leather boots. He paired the look with Cartierâs Tank Française watch and jewels in diamonds and 18-karat white gold.
Keri Russell in Alexandre Vauthier Couture
Keri Russell
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When this navy organza gown with a cape and velvet belt with brooch appeared on Alexander Vauthierâs haute-couture runway last July, every red-carpet reporter pinpointed it immediately as ideal for a Hollywood star. It was thrilling, then, to see The Diplomatâs Keri Russell choose the look for the 2023 Emmy Awards, instantly communicating glamour and forward-thinking style. Russell finished the look with Priti by Appointment NY jewels, a Tyler Ellis bag and Saint Laurent shoes.
Jessica Chastain in Gucci
Jessica Chastain
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Amid a sea of black and deep crimson looks, Jessica Chastain stood out like a klieg light in her custom Gucci gown, and thatâs meant as a compliment in the best possible way. The best actress nominee for a limited series or anthology for George & Tammy wore a custom fluorescent green gown by creative director Sabato De Sarno, crafted of silk cady with allover sequined embroidery and beaded fringes. Chastain completed the look with emerald and diamond jewelry by Reza.
See the full list of winners from the 2023 Emmys here.
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