Quinta Brunson arrives at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards on Jan. 15 at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.Richard Shotwell/The Canadian Press
Television’s finest brought the silver carpet alive in colour, vying with a sea of black, on Monday at the strike-delayed 75th Emmy Awards, including a 3D-molded black look for Ayo Edebiri and sparkly chartreuse for Rhea Seehorn.
Ayo Edebiri attends the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on January 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.Neilson Barnard/Getty Images
Edebiri of “The Bear” walked in a strapless custom gown from Louis Vuitton. It was moulded to her body and fell above the ankle. “We’re snatched and loving it,” she told E!
Riley Keough attends the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theater on January 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Riley Keough also went for black as the classic colour made the bright colour pop at the 2023 Emmys.
Rhea Seehorn arrives at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.Ashley Landis/The Associated Press
Seehorn of “Better Call Saul” shone in sparkly sequins on her long-sleeve, high-neck gown by Naeem Khan. When it comes to her looks, she told the Associated Press, she’s not about things “falling out.” Being able to use the restroom is another fashion requirement.
“I do love dress up,” she said.
Hollywood’s duel strikes last year delayed TV’s big night, unleashing high-volume fashion energy this awards season. There were metallics, floral patterns and, yes, trains.
Dominique Fishback arrives at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles.Richard Shotwell/The Associated Press
Dominique Fishback felt it in a pale blue halter ball gown with a wide train. Joy Sunday felt it in an optimistic optic white off-shoulder trouser look with two long pieces trailing behind her. So did Tom Colicchio in a red velvet jacket.
Actor Cristo Fernandez attends the Apple TV+ 75th Emmy Awards red carpet event in Los Angeles on January 15, 2024.MICHAEL TRAN/Getty Images
Cristo Fernández split the colour difference in two tones: a brown jacket with black accents and trousers.
Janelle James attends the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles, California, U.S. January 15, 2024.AUDE GUERRUCCI/Reuters
Janelle James of “Abbott Elementary was among the stars who chose red.
“It’s Rodarte. I just learned how to say that,” James laughed. Her jewels, including a pear-drop pendant, were Fred Leighton.
Sarah Snook attends HBO's 2024 post-Emmy Reception at San Vicente Bungalows on January 15, 2024 in West Hollywood, California.Amy Sussman/Getty Images
Sarah Snook was also in red by Vivienne Westwood. Her skinny straps were slightly off the shoulder and the skirt of her gown was full and pleated.
Issa Rae arrives at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards on Monday, Jan. 15, 2024, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.Ashley Landis/The Associated Press
Issa Rae’s feathers on a creamy embellished dress fluttered on the carpet. Her winged look was by Pamella Roland.
“We have a pearl moment. We have a bit of sequins. Just bedazzled. I felt like I wanted to give a little drama, you know,” she said.
Actress Hannah Waddingham attends the Apple TV+ 75th Emmy Awards red carpet event in Los Angeles on January 15, 2024.MICHAEL TRAN/Getty Images
Hannah Waddingham, who rarely disappoints on a red carpet, was true to her fashion self in a plunging neckline body skimmer with all-over sparkle. It was custom Marchesa. Quinta Brunson, another fashion standout, wore dainty pink with a little belted accent from Dior couture. It was a bit Old Hollywood and a bit Betty Boop.
US actress Ali Wong, winner of Outstanding Lead Actress In A Limited Or Anthology Series Or Movie and Outstanding Limited Or Anthology Series for "Beef," poses in the press room during the 75th Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at L.A. Live in Los Angeles on January 15, 2024.ROBYN BECK/Getty Images
Ali Wong wore Louis Vuitton with a silver top and patterned blue bottom. The chunky embellishment on both caught the lights on the carpet.
“It fit so well. I just loved it the minute I put it on,” she said. Her Chopard jewels included a shopping pair of chandelier earrings. On her feet were high black platform sandals. She was nursing an injury so the heels were left at home.
Colman Domingo arrives for the 75th Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theatre at L.A. Live in Los Angeles on January 15, 2024.FREDERIC J. BROWN/Getty Images
Colman Domingo wore custom Louis Vuitton in black, two pearl bracelets on one wrist and a broach on one lapel.