The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards aired live from the Peacock Theatre in downtown Los Angeles, California, on September 14, 2025. The 2025 Emmy Awards honored the year's best television series and ensembles. On the Emmys red carpet, every actress shone with brilliance, instantly stealing the show's attention.
From Selena Gomez to Cristin Milioti, Mariska Hargitay to Sidney Sweeney, red was the star of the night. Red was overwhelmingly the dominant color on the 2025 Emmy Awards red carpet—unsurprisingly, red dresses far outnumbered black. The actresses' hairstyles were stunning, each with its own striking look, becoming a sought-after red carpet trend.
Today, we're taking a look back at the hairstyles and outfits of the celebrities who walked the red carpet at the 77th Emmy Awards. Enjoy their many highlights, see which celebrity's look you liked best, and see which A-lister's look ultimately won the red carpet. Enjoy reading!
1. Selena Gomez
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Gomez shone in a custom red, asymmetrical, backless gown by Louis Vuitton, featuring a plunging neckline and train. The bold color and elegant draping elevated the gown's classic silhouette. Her sleek high ponytail completed the look.
2. Jenna Ortega
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Jenna Ortega's look was the most talked-about of the night, thanks to her striking nude-inspired outfit. The nude-inspired look has been trending in recent years. She wore a top entirely made of jewels and pearls, paired with a contrasting black skirt. The outfit simultaneously revealed everything and left nothing exposed, creating a luxurious, almost sculptural feel.
For her look, her face-framing low ponytail was paired with deep burgundy lipstick, smoky eyes, and bleached eyebrows. The bold and dramatic look perfectly matched her edgy personality.
3. Cristin Milioti
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Cristin Milioti won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited Series for her performance in the HBO series "Penguin." She looked stunning in an off-the-shoulder red gown, with her natural straight hair down. She accessorized with Anita Ko jewelry and an Omega watch, completing the look.
4. Hunter Schafer
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On the Emmys red carpet, Hunter Schafer wore a gorgeous magenta halterneck gown made of form-fitting fabric with soft pleats at the hem. She looked elegant with her layered honey blonde hair and minimal makeup.
5. Lisa
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Lisa wore a cotton candy pink dress from Lever Couture that swirled at the shoulders before flaring out at the hips and trailing behind her. Clearly a fan of the high-low silhouette of yesteryear, Lisa showcased her legs and the dramatic train.
Her hairstyle, parted in the middle and featuring long, platinum blonde wavy hair, complemented her outfit perfectly, creating a simple yet elegant look.
6. Anna Sawai
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Anna Savoie's red carpet style is rooted in elegant minimalism. As a presenter at the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards, Savoie stayed true to her signature style. She graced the red carpet in a silk gown. The black gown, draped in crystal tulle and embellished with a striking bow at the shoulder, exuded a ladylike air.
For her gorgeous makeup, Anna Savoie opted for a natural pink blush, nude lipstick, and smoky eyeshadow. Her hairstyle was kept simple, with her hair styled in loose waves.
7. Sydney Sweeney
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On the red carpet, Sweeney stunned in a fiery cherry-colored off-the-shoulder dress featuring a plunging sweetheart neckline, a super-fitting bodice, draped details, a flowing, floor-length skirt, and a train. The gown turned heads.
For her look, she sported a sweet, bouncy, light suede blonde blowout hairstyle. Paired with rosy makeup, black eyeliner, flushed cheeks, and a nude-pink lip, she shone brightly on the red carpet.
8. Angela Bassett
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Angela Bassett shone in a gold and silver sequin Yara Shoemaker column gown featuring vertical crystal panels and Lagos Jewelry. Her long black body wave hair and delicate makeup make her look gentle and elegant.
9. Natasha Rothwell
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Natasha Rothwell arrived at the 2025 Emmy Awards in a gorgeous black ball gown. She was nominated for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series for her performance as Belinda Lindsay in the third season of "White Lotus."
The gown featured off-the-shoulder sleeves, a sweetheart neckline, and a floor-length skirt. Paired with her mid-length black hair, she was the spotlight star on the red carpet.
10. Brescha Webb
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Brescha Webb looked flawless on the 2025 Emmy red carpet in a blue silk gown and matching bob hair.
11. Janelle James
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Janelle James's look on the red carpet stunned the audience. The red dress paired with black natural body wave hair made her look elegant and generous.
