The Emmys isn’t that focused on over-top-outfits as the Met Gala does, but then the event at its 73rd kept things quite interesting. Many of the celebrities who walked the red carpet ensured they played with color, texture and even spiced up things with unexpected layering. It’s pretty safe to say fierce and fearsome fashions battled for sartorial supremacy. There was no shortage of great looks, and they had ranged from utterly stunning to head-turning sexy.
Who dressed the best? It’s hard to tell as dozens dressed to impressed. But let’s say some stood out more than the others. For instance, Billy Porter brought the drama with wings while Anna-Taylor joys opted for a backless dress. Whether turned-up or toned-down, the best-dressed celebs weren’t angling to set the internet on fire – they only wanted to look at their best. Yes, they succeeded, and here’re the standouts. Scroll on!
Emma Corrin Paired Her Yellow Dress With Matching Gloves That Showed Her Long Black Nails And A Fashion Bonnet. This Miu Miu Dress Took Three Months.
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Michaela Coel, The Creator And Star Of “I May Destroy You,” Rocked This Stunning Christopher John Rogers Look That Had A Bow With A Long Train.
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Nicole Byers Rocked A Custom Christian Siriano Gown That Had A Sheer Skirt And An Off-The-Shoulder Top.
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Jean Smart Complimented Her Look By Ralph Lauren With Statement Diamond Earrings. The Outfit With Sheer Sleeves Was An Updated Version Of A Look Her Character Wore On Hacks.
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Our Lady J Went Daring In This Sheer Outfit. The Celeb Wore A Custom Dress Designed By Marko Monroe.
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Robin Thede Looked Breathtaking In This Seafoam-Green Strapless Tulle Dress. This Custom Jason Wu Dress Took Over 50hrs To Make. She Paired It With Vintage Fred Leighton Jewels.
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Billy Porter’s Ensemble Had Wings! The Star Complimented His All-Black Look With Over $1million Worth Of Jewelry.
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Catherine O’Hara’s Asymmetrical Dress Had A Long Train Dragged Behind Her As She Walked The Red Carpet.
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Gillian Anderson Rocked A White Chloe Two-Piece Dress. It Had Jewels Dangling From The Top And A Fringed Hem At The Skirt.
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Catherine Zeta Jones’ Thing High Slit Gown With Flowing Train Was Paired With Lorraine Schwartz Jewelry.
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Issa Rae’s Dress Was Designed By Her Stylist Jason Rembert’s Label, Aliette. She Looked Dripping In Diamonds As She Flaunted The Sheer Silver Dress On The Red Carpet.
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Anya Taylor-Joy Had Eyes-Rolling With Her Backless Couture Dior Dress. It Had A Draped Satin Skirt With A Long Train And Pearls Towards Her Back.
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Kaley Cuoco Went For The Neon Look! The Flight Attendant Star Appeared Gorgeous In This Custom Vera Wang Outfit With A Thigh-High Slit And Neckline Dipped In The Center. She Paired It With Le Silla Heels And De Beers Jewelry.
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