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The Best Dressed Celebrities at the 2021 Emmy Awards

The Best Dressed Celebrities at the 2021 Emmy Awards

With celebrities returning back to the red carpet for this year's Emmy Awards, it was quite the showdown for the title of best dressed. Recapping Sunday night's accomplishments in both television and fashion, we've compiled our list of best dressed at the Emmys


Cynthia Erivo

Staying consistent with her statement gowns, Cynthia Erivo pulled all eyes onto her at the red carpet. The star, nominated for Best Actress in a Limited Series or TV Movie, strutted down the carpet wearing a custom-made Louis Vuitton feather gown.

Elizabeth Olsen

Elizabeth Olsen dazed viewers in this simplistic gown by The Row & Chopard Jewelry. The WandaVision star herself was nominated for Best Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie.

Nicole Byer

Nicole Byer seemingly floated down the carpet last night in this purple gown by Christian Siriano. The sheer texture of the dress paired with its fluffy detailing placed Byer at the top of our best dressed contenders.

Kerry Washington

Kerry Washington kept things effortlessly simple last night in this custom Etro gown. The silver corset gown more than flattered Washington as she paid tribute to late actor Michael K. Williams last night.

Issa Rae

Issa Rae left viewers in awe last night with her Aliétte gown. Entering the Emmy's with two nominations, Issa Rae was a surefire standout amongst others on the red carpet.

Anya Taylor Joy

Anya Taylor-Joy was a real-life Belle last night in this breathtaking Dior Haute Couture gown. With The Queen's Gambit shutting down the Emmy's with a total of 11 award wins, Taylor-Joy reminded viewers of her stunning prowess on the carpet.

Billy Porter

Nominated for Outstanding Lead Actor in a Drama Series, Billy Porter made his statement last night in all black. Wearing Ashi, the grandiose wings of this set was truly a masterpiece that graced the carpet.

Michaela Coel Web

Michaela Coel Web illuminated the red carpet in this gown by John Rogers. Wearing neon yellow heels to match, all eyes were on Coel as the entirety of her look left viewers in awe.

Tracee Ellis Ross

Tracee Ellis Ross stormed the carpet in a dazzling Valentino Haute Couture dress. Ross was a standout of the night as she dazzled viewers with this sparkly red gown.

Jurnee Smollett

Jurnee Smollett caps off our best dressed list, encapsulating the carpet with her Dior Haute Couture gown. Smollett truly showed up for her nomination for Best Actress in a Drama wearing this stunning ensemble.

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