Emmy Awards 2024: The best looks from the red carpet


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The 2024 Emmy Awards red carpet was filled with classic black dresses and futuristic ensembles for television's biggest night.

The 76th Primetime Emmy Awards took place on Sunday, September 15, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, California. The awards ceremony was hosted, for the first time, by father-son duo Eugene and Dan Levy. This year, FX's historical drama Shogun and black comedy The bear received several nominations, as did Richard Gadd's controversial Netflix hit, Baby reindeer.

However, it was fashion that also caught the eye. In fact, a number of style trends emerged from this year's Emmys, proving that black is always in style.

Selena Gomez, who was nominated for her acting role in Only murders in the building, She arrived at the 2024 Emmys in a custom-made black silk and velvet Ralph Lauren Collection gown. The dress featured a halter neckline hand-embellished with 600 diamond-cut crystals, and she paired it with matching diamond earrings, bracelets, and rings.

Abbott Elementary School Star Sheryl Lee Ralph, who was once again nominated for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, also wore a black dress at this year's awards show. The actress wore a custom Versace gown, which included a halter neckline. As for Reese Witherspoon, the Morning show The star looked elegant in a strapless black tulle Dior gown with a ball gown-style skirt embroidered with ivory flowers.

While black seemed to be the main fashion trend on the Emmys red carpet, silver and metallic shades came in at a close second. Bridgerton Star Nicola Coughlan looked futuristic in a disco ball-style dress designed by Prabal Gurung. The glittering gown featured an off-the-shoulder neckline and an hourglass silhouette that formed a bell at the waist.

Saturday Night Live Alum Kristen Wiig also channeled the metallic trend in a strapless Oscar de la Renta gown, made from a gold metallic basketweave fabric, while Radioactive dust Star Ella Purnell wore a silver mesh Paco Rabanne dress.

Sofia Vergara

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He Griselda The star dazzled in a bright red Dolce and Gabbana gown at the 2024 Emmys. Vergara's strapless dress, which was ruched at the bodice, also included a plunging neckline.

Brie Larson

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Brie Larson, who is nominated in the category of Actress in a Limited Series or Television Movie for Chemistry lessons, The actress drew inspiration from her character's 1950s fashion with a custom Chanel gown. The Oscar winner's black midi ensemble included a tiered tulle skirt, a bedazzled bodice and a black bow wrapped around the waist.

Sheryl Lee Ralph

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Sheryl Lee Ralph looked elegant on the Emmys red carpet in a custom black Versace gown. Abbott Elementary School The star's elegant dress featured a halter neckline, while she accessorized the look with Cartier jewelry.

Meryl Streep

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The Oscar-winning actress channeled Barbiecore style in an all-pink outfit at the 2024 Emmys. Streep's red carpet ensemble included an oversized suit jacket and matching pants, along with a blouse tied with a bow.

Tyler James Williams

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Abbott Elementary School Star Tyler James Williams took menswear to the next level when he walked the red carpet in a sleeveless suit. His black collared shirt was buttoned all the way to the top and fastened with a gold brooch, while he completed the look with silver bracelets and rings.

Nicola Coughlan

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He Bridgerton The star arrived at the 2024 Emmys in a structured silver gown. Coughlan's off-the-shoulder dress included a peplum at the waist for a futuristic look.

Reese Witherspoon

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Reese Witherspoon stunned in a strapless, floor-length black gown that featured off-white floral embroidery and a tulle-lined skirt.

Jennifer Aniston

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The iconic actress walked the 2024 Emmys red carpet in a dazzling strapless gown. Aniston's stunning look was completed with matching silver jewelry.

Hannah Einbinder

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Hannah Einbinder, who is nominated in the category of Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in Tricks – wore a blush pink gown on the red carpet. The structured look was designed with a draped bodice embellishment and included a long draped skirt.

Kristen Wiig

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He Saturday Night Live Alum got in on the metallic trend when she wore a metallic green dress on the Emmys red carpet. Wiig's outfit featured a strapless, triangular neckline with a ballgown skirt, which was also adorned with a triangular hem.

Ayo Edebiri

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Ayo Edebiri, who is nominated again for her role in The bearShe rocked a custom Bottega Veneta at the 2024 Emmys. The red, black, and yellow ensemble also featured a high leg slit, while she completed the look with a pair of strappy black heels.

Mindy Kaling

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Mindy Kaling looked elegant as she posed for photos on the red carpet. Office Alum joined the many celebrities who dressed in black at this year's Emmys, sporting a sparkly gown with a plunging neckline adorned with feathers.

Saoirse Ronan

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While the Irish actress is not nominated for this year's Emmys, she looked stylish while supporting her husband, Jack Lowden, who received his first Emmy nomination for Slow horses. Ronan wore a navy blue cropped ensemble, which featured a draped sleeve attached to the bodice.

Greta Lee

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Lee once again showed her love for Loewe in a sophisticated dress fresh off the runway. The Oscar-nominated actress, who received a nomination for her role in The morning program, She arrived at the 2024 Emmys in a flowing white lace gown, which included a fabric covering her neck with a rolled collar. Lee paired the look with sapphire and diamond jewelry from Tiffany and Co, as well as strappy silver heels.

Jonathan Bailey

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Jonathan Bailey looked dapper in a black suit jacket with matching black silk lapels, along with a black cummerbund. Bridgerton The star left her champagne-coloured silk blouse unbuttoned, as she posed for photos in a pair of black and red sunglasses.

Alan Cumming

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He Traitors The presenter showed off his Scottish roots on the Emmys red carpet. Cumming arrived in a white suit jacket wrapped in a tartan-print train, as well as a black kilt over a pair of black trousers.

Selena Gomez

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He Only murders in the building The star turned heads when she arrived on the Emmys red carpet. Gomez wore a black velvet gown with a dazzling crisscross halter neckline, as well as a mermaid skirt and a long train. She accessorized her look with matching silver jewelry, including dangling earrings, bracelets, and rings.

Quinta Brunson

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Quinta Brunson is nominated for a 2024 Emmy in the categories of Actress in a Comedy Series and Writing for a Comedy Series for her critically acclaimed show, Abbott Elementary School. For the occasion, she wore a spectacular black latex dress with black bows attached to the bodice and skirt.

Gillian Anderson

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Like Ella Purnell, the Crown Alum also wore a metallic number with a floor-length A-line gown designed by Emilia Wickstead.

Dakota Fanning

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Dakota Fanning graced the Emmys red carpet in an elegant nude gown embellished with pearls. The actress' strapless gown, from Armani Privé's Fall/Winter 2024 Haute Couture collection, also featured ruched detailing at the bust.

Dan Levy

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He Schitt's Creek The Hollywood star, who is also co-hosting this year's Emmy Awards alongside his father, Eugene Levy, walked the red carpet in a bold, masculine look. Levy's ensemble included a white silk blouse with a statement collar under a black suit jacket with matching trousers.

Ella Purnell

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Ella Purnell arrived at the 2024 Emmys in a glamorous metallic Rabanne gown with a plunging neckline. Radioactive dust The star accessorized her look with matching dangling earrings, silver bracelets and rings, and metallic strappy heels.

Padma Lakshmi

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The former The best chef The presenter looked elegant on the Emmys red carpet in a sparkling off-white strapless dress, which she paired with a matching white clutch.

Molly Gordon

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Molly Gordon, known for her roles in The bear and Smart bookShe dazzled on the red carpet in a floor-length black gown with a high leg slit and a wrap bodice.

Andrew Scott

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The Irish actor, who is nominated in the category of Actor in a Miniseries or Television Movie for his role in Ripleyposed for photos on the Emmys red carpet. For the occasion, Scott wore a black ruffled shirt with a deep V-neckline under a double-breasted brown suit jacket with oversized black lapels.

Ilona Maher

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The U.S. rugby star and TikTok celebrity walked her first Emmys red carpet in a strapless, dark blue velvet gown. The floor-length dress featured a peplum waist and a mermaid-style skirt.

Laverne Cox

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He Orange is the new black The alum arrived at the 2024 Emmys in a dramatic archival Alexander McQueen gown. The black dress featured a deep V-neckline and an oversized cape that left her shoulders bare. She paired the ensemble with a layered gold chain necklace and purple lipstick.

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