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There was no shortage of glamour at LA’s Microsoft Theater on Monday night, as television’s biggest names gathered on the red carpet for the 74th Primetime Emmy Awards.
With 2020’s ceremony held virtually and last year’s downsized amid rising Covid-19 cases, the event was back at its usual home for the first time since 2019. And stars took advantage of the return to normalcy in classic silhouettes and ensembles rich in elegant detailing.
The red carpet turned gold for the evening, and attendees from “Severance” actor Britt Lower to Amanda Seyfried in Armani Privé opted for sparkling or sequined ensembles to match. Among them, Lily James stood out in a Versace gown made from bronze metal mesh, while Christina Ricci stunned in a shimmering gown by Fendi.
There were pops of pastel, too. “Yellowjackets” star Melanie Lynskey wore a mint-green tulle gown by Christian Siriano, and Ariana DeBose wowed in an ethereal lavender dress that featured a cutout bodice and floral embellishment.
Cutout dresses were embraced by other celebrities as well. Jasmin Savoy Brown’s Christopher Kane dress and Issa Rae’s ivory and black gown offered flashes of torso while Julia Garner, who went on to win Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for “Ozark,” wore a Gucci dress with a striking diamond-shaped design.
Many of the evening’s men played it safe in classic tuxedos and tailored suits (aside from a bare-chested Jerrod Carmichel). Bowen Yang and Himesh Patel both brought their ensembles to life with patterned jackets, and “Ted Lasso” star Toheeb Jimoh’s suit featured a dangling waist tie.
As for the unexpected menswear look of the night? All-white – or all-cream – suits. Nicholas Braun and Andrew Garfield (in Dior Men and Zegna, respectively) were joined by Seth Rogen and John Legend in embracing the trend.
See below for some the best looks from this year’s red carpet.
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Lee Jung-jae, who went on to win Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama series, looked suave in a studded jacket and leather tie.
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Jasmin Savoy Brown's Christopher Kane dress was one of several to feature cut-outs.
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Sandra Oh arrived on the carpet wearing a sequined purple jumpsuit and cape by Rodarte.
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Andrew Garfield, wearing Zegna, was one of several male stars to opt for an all-white suit.
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Lily James in a sparkling bronze Versace gown.
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Issa Rae's white gown featured black trim and an eye-catching cutout.
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Steve Martin and Martin Short kept things classic in black-tie tuxedos.
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Ariana Debose in lavender dress with a cut-out bodice and floral embellishment.
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Amanda Seyfried in a pink gown from Armani Privé's Fall 2022 Couture collection.
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Quinta Brunson, nominated for "Abbott Elementary" as both an actor and producer, arrived in Dolce & Gabbana.
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Nicholas Braun in an all-white suit with a sparkling collar detail by Dior Men.
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Robin Thede in a Christian Siriano dress.
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Bowen Yang wore a floral-patterned wool and silk jacquard suit jacket by Etro.
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Kerry Washington wore Elie Saab Couture.
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Alexandra Daddario wore a stunning hand-beaded Dior gown.
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Melanie Lynskey in a tiered tulle gown by Christian Siriano.
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RuPaul and Michelle Visage brought drama to the gold carpet.
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Elle Fanning channeled old Hollywood glamour in a strapless black and pink dress designed by "The Great" costume designer Sharon Long.
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Julia Garner, winner of Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for "Ozark," wore a Gucci dress with a striking diamond-shaped cutout.
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Awards host Kenan Thompson in a velvet tux.
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Rosario Dawson wore a look from Christian Siriano's Fall-Winter collection.
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Sydney Sweeney, who was nominated for both "Euphoria" and "The White Lotus," stunned in Oscar de la Renta.
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"Ted Lasso" star Toheeb Jimoh impressed wearing a pale suit and waist tie over a black shirt.
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Christina Ricci wore a matching dress and bag by Fendi.
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Sheryl Lee Ralph, nominated who took home an Emmy for her turn in "Abbott Elementary," wore a velvety gown with a long train and contrasting orange lining.
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"Squid Game" star Hoyeon Jung wore a black embroidered tweed gown by Louis Vuitton.
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A bearded Bob Odenkirk in an all-black Dior outfit -- and shades.
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Laura Linney of "Ozark" wore an elegant floor-length dress.
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Laverne Cox wore a dramatic look from Jean Paul Gaultier's Fall-Winter 2022 Couture collection
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"Severance" star Britt Lower sparkled in a sequined cut-out gown and matching opera gloves.
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"Abbott Elementary" writer Jordan Temple arrived on time.
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Jean Smart was also in Christian Siriano.
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Hannah Einbinder wore a silk column gown by Rodarte.
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British actor Himesh Patel, nominated for his role in "Station Eleven," wore a patterned tuxedo jacket with an otherwise all-black ensemble.
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Outstanding Supporting Actress nominee Natasha Rothwell wowed the gold carpet in maroon.
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Hannah Waddingham wore a strapless tulle gown by Dolce & Gabbana.
Top image: Top image: Zendaya wore a voluminous black Valentino gown (Ringo Chiu/Reuters)