Style at the 2024 Emmys ran the gamut this year, from bold hues to deep jewel tones and a strong commitment to classic black and sparkly metallics. The sheer variety of looks made the task of narrowing down the best-dressed stars among this year's winners and nominees all the more daunting.
Ultimately, the most striking looks from Sunday’s Peacock Theater ceremony came down to a mix of factors: a silhouette and design that was both contemporary and out of the ordinary, an attention to fit, thoughtful accessories, and the aplomb to pull off all of the above.
Here are a dozen stars who simply stunned at the 2024 Emmys.
Brie Larson in Chanel
A nomination for best actress for Chemistry lessonsBrie Larson looked stunning in a head-to-toe Chanel ensemble, including a custom midi peplum gown in a mix of navy organza and black satin, tulle and taffeta, all crafted with approximately 500 hours and 10,000 beaded elements. Larson paired the look with white gold and diamond jewelry, also by Chanel.
Ayo Edebiri in Bottega Veneta
The co-star (and previous Emmy winner) of The bear She wore a custom Bottega Veneta dress based on a look from creative director Matthieu Blazy’s Pre-Spring 2025 collection for the brand: a strapless design embellished with a custom print that evoked the idea of starfish made from sequins.
Anna Sawai in Vera Wang
Nominated for Best Actress in a Drama Series for ShogunSawai said her stylist asked her who she would like to wear to the Emmy Awards. “The first name that came to mind was Vera Wang, and I’m so happy she said yes,” the actress said of the custom look the designer created for her, a silk faille mermaid gown with an architectural neckline and a hand-draped ruffle over the skirt. Sawai paired the look with Cartier jewelry and Jimmy Choo shoes.
Andrew Scott as Vivienne Westwood
Many actors forwent the tie for their Emmy-Night look, opting for the more flashy option of an open shirt with a more relaxed vibe. Perhaps no one did it better than Ripley Best Actor nominee Andrew Scott, whose custom Andreas Kronthaler look for Vivienne Westwood included a ruffle shirt that added nice texture to the overall look.
Kristen Wiig in Oscar de la Renta
Vibrant metallic colors were a notable trend on the Emmys red carpet, including Bridgerton BridgeNicola Coughlan in the Atelier Prabal Gurung e FallElla Purnell in Rabanne, but Royal Palm star Kristen Wiig opted for the artful, form-fitting perfection of this strapless Oscar de la Renta gown, defined by a plunging neckline and zigzag hemline. The actress paired the look with diamond jewelry by Chopard.
Taylor Zakhar Perez Wears Gucci
He exploded on social media thanks to his role at Amazon Red, white and royal blueand with the sequel currently in development, Taylor Zakhar Perez was sure to be a hot commodity on the Emmys red carpet. The actor looked stunning in head-to-toe Gucci, sporting the brand's chocolate brown GG monogram peak lapel suit and pairing it with a matching shirt and tie and black leather loafers.
Sarah Paulson in Prada
Always a style star on the red carpet, the exceptional guest actress candidate for Mr. and Mrs. Smith did not disappoint at the 2024 Emmys, wearing a custom Yves Klein blue Prada gown with a black petticoat and white bow, paired with Marco Bicego jewelry.
Eiza Gonzalez in Tamara Ralph
For her first time at the Emmys, 3 Body problemEiza Gonzalez said she wanted to wear a look that looked “very optimistic and happy [to] represent the moment.” Her choice: a strapless pale pink gown and matching feather coat by Tamara Ralph, paired with David Yurman jewelry and Jimmy Choo shoes.
Da'Vine Joy Randolph in Sophie Couture
All the details came together beautifully for Da'Vine Joy Randolph, nominated for Outstanding Guest Actress for Only murders in the building. Her custom Sophie Couture gown was crafted in a shade called “sunshine yellow,” while the artful ruching hugged her curves perfectly and the hood detail added just the right amount of drama. The actress paired the look with diamond Serpenti jewels from Bulgari.
Jennifer Aniston in Oscar de la Renta
The nominee for best actress for The morning show always opts for a sleek, chic look, and at the 2024 Emmys, that aesthetic extended to a luxe texture on her Oscar de la Renta gown, resulting from the pearl and crystal embroidery that took about 800 hours to complete. Aniston’s vintage platinum and diamond jewelry from Tiffany & Co., meanwhile, included a bracelet that dates between 1920 and 1935. She completed the look with Jimmy Choo pumps.
Robert Downey Jr. wears a Louis Vuitton suit
Double-breasted suits were a trend on the 2024 Emmys red carpet, and the Best Supporting Actor nominee for The sympathizer elevated that idea with this custom Louis Vuitton suit and Louis Vuitton silk shirt. The actor completed his look with Tiffany & Co.’s iconic Jean Schlumberger by Tiffany Bird on a Rock brooch, which highlighted a pink tourmaline weighing over 33 carats. The stone’s hue may have been chosen to match the magenta gown worn by his wife, Susan Downey.
Kristin Scott Thomas in Miu Miu
“Silver chic” was also a trend on the Emmys red carpet, as several legendary actresses sported silver tresses. Kristin Scott Thomas looked lovely in a lavender Miu Miu gown with a ruffled neckline and cape effect, paired with opera-length gloves and Sauvereign pumps embellished with 24-karat gold.