Get the Look: The 9 Best Emmys Red Carpet Fashion Moments Worth Recreating
For the past few years, once a year, we’ve been glued to our screens in anticipation of the annual Emmys. No doubt, it’s an event of the year that’s worth watching out for. Well for us, we not only get entertained by the awarding, but also the red carpet style that comes with the whole package. The best part is that there is something or some new to watch out for every single time. It never gets boring!
Through time, the media has evolved from live telecast on television. Watching the Emmys could be replayed on several digital platforms. and now we all have equal access to real-time behind-the-scenes footage through social media. All these have made tuning in to red carpet fashion much easier and exciting.
We’ve rounded up our favorite and most memorable Emmys fashion looks from the previous years. Plus, we’ve made a couple of suggestions on how to recreate them using available pieces that can be your own, in your wardrobe. More than that, here’s the opportunity to style yourself just like a celebrity would. This way, you could be the evening’s winner too.
2018: The Red Diva, Sandra Oh
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Well, we can definitely claim that everybody loves a glamorous woman in red -be it Hollywood, or in your next social gathering with friends and family. Sandra Oh’s look for the 2018 Emmy Awards screams strong, independent, and successful. Her beautiful gown has stunning beaded details that draw attention to her chest and waist area, which all make for a flattering silhouette. Moreover, we love her simple beauty look, minimalist accessorizing, and bold choice of donning her natural curls. A true winner, nominated or not, there’s absolutely no second-guessing as to why she makes it to our list.
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2018: Black and Elegant, Sara Paulson
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Gothic, mysterious, yet elegant all at once. Sara Paulson’s ode to The Black Swan for the 2018 Emmy Awards has us gushing for this pouf-y yet elegant look. This flattering deep v-neck corset shows off her strong and sexy shoulders, while the voluminous bottom part gives enough glamour that anyone can ask for. With her hair pulled back into a low bun and her lip in a bold shade of red, it goes to show her flawlessness means business. This TV star isn’t slowing down anytime soon.
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2018: Cream Color Palette, Letitia Wright
Now, a quick break from all the bold and edgy, intense colors. Guyanese-British actress Letitia Wright took her youthfulness for a spin with this refreshing and playful all-cream ensemble. With subtle hints of off-white, cream, nude, and bronze, she was undoubtedly one of the golden girls for 2018 Emmy Awards. Feminine and simple, she doesn’t escape the eyes of fashion spectators with those frilly and ethereal details that make up her overall look. To match the outfit, she opted for slight shimmering with soft highlights and peachy tones, while her hair is adorned with jewels in all the right places. Letitia Wright is definitely one to watch out for in the next red carpet events.
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2019: Pastel Colors, Greta Lee
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Glowing in this green pastel set, Greta Lee made sure nobody will miss out on her or her nomination. For the 2019 Emmy Awards, the actress donned this unique iridescent puffy top and ball-gown skirt (with pockets!). Combined together, it held enough volume and sass. With a slight sliver of skin, she didn’t hesitate to show a sexy side. Yet with everything going on, we still get to focus on her subtle glam beauty look, which manages to accentuate her gorgeous Asian features. This is definitely a red carpet fashion moment we can all take cues from.
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2019: Fun 2-Piece Number, Kerry Washington
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Casual yet high-fashion at the same time, Kerry Washington fearlessly walked the red carpet in this unforgettable look. The crisp white shirt and killer pants combination for the 2019 Emmy Awards lands her a permanent spot on our trendsetter’s list. We adore pieces with function, and we absolutely can’t get enough of this look because it is effortless to replicate for daily wear. On top of it all, she finishes off her beauty look with a messy ponytail with heavy fringe, lined eyes, and funky manicured tips. We know what you’re thinking, and yes, we’re going to try this look as soon as possible.
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2019: The Floral Print, Michelle Williams
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Most people remember Michelle Williams at the 2019 Emmy Awards because of her memorable and striking acceptance speech on pay equality. While that is of high regard, we also mostly remember her for her classic, yet very distinguished red carpet look. This custom evening gown is a mix of pattern, texture, and embellishment that made her sparkle throughout the night. We’ve added this look to the list because it not only celebrates the beauty of the female figure, but it exquisitely cuts above the rest.
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2020: The Roaring 20s in Silk, Julia Garner
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Julia Garner’s “flapper girl” outfit for this year’s Emmy Awards gives us nothing short of The Great Gatsby vibes. Wearing a 1920s-inspired light-pink satin blouse and matching trousers, she paired them with a multi-strand pearl necklace and ornate hairpin. She kept her beauty look simple and rosy to balance her fair complexion. As she glowed from head to toe in a Jazz Age ensemble, she accepted her win for Best Supporting Actress, and we can say that she definitely deserves it. It shows that with the new normal or not, this rising star can’t be stopped with her creative fashion sense.
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2020: At Home in Loungewear and PJs, Jennifer Aniston
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Whoever said you can’t celebrate in pajamas probably doesn’t know how to have fun. We’re guessing that person is not Jennifer Aniston. A forever icon and a “dream girl”, the Hollywood darling proves to us, yet again, that she shines even outside the common fashion and beauty standards. Donning a face mask and a pair of comfy pajamas, all while sipping champagne and blowing a kiss to the thousands of live viewers, she shows a unique yet very real and relatable side of every woman. And if you need a reminder to splurge a set of lovely loungewear for yourself, this is it.
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2020: Cobalt Blue, Regina King
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Among the many ways you can describe Regina King’s 2020 Emmy Awards fashion look, it would be this word: Sensational. If we’re talking about glamming up, there’s no better way to do it than with a high-low skirt to show off those sexy legs, a dramatic oversized pouf, and an explosion of silver embellishments. But the knockout number doesn’t end there. Her beauty look also consists of bright blue-lined eyes, and a fun and flirty updo. The level of fabulousness she shows off has skyrocketed, paying homage to her superhero character in the multi-Emmy awarded show, Watchmen.
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And the Award Goes To…
Perhaps, not everyone wants to be a celebrity. But of course, we can’t deny that we want to feel and look glammed up every now and then. Recreating your favorite red carpet looks is one way to do exactly that. Yes, it may seem intimidating at the beginning. Sometimes, it may even seem quite impossible.
In a way, this is an effort to love yourself, nurture your spirit, and energize your mind. By picking out which style you like most, you get to know yourself better and exercise your creativity as well. A little effort may go a long way - and in the end, you win.
