The 78th Emmy Awards are underway as the stars step out for TV's biggest night. But before the gold statuettes are handed out at this year's ceremony, we're awarding thebest fashion moments on tonight's blue carpet.
Stars of nominated series such as "Hacks," "The Pitt," and "Love Story: John F. Kennedy Jr. & Carolyn Bessette" brought their A-game to the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
Emmy winner and this year's host Mariska Hargitay was red hot in a form-fitting red sequin gown, while Bravo's Ciara Miller stunned in a piece of history — an ivory tuxedo-style Marc Bauer dress originally worn by Whitney Houston. Trends of the night included everything from solid black dresses and red gowns to micro diamond accessories and understated elegance with
simplistic slip dress silhouettes.
From custom couture gowns and sparkling jewels to savvy suits and tuxedos, here's our roundup of the most glamorous and captivating looks on this year's carpet. And be sure to check out our Emmys Style Meter and vote for your favorite look of the night!
Mariska Hargitay
The "Law & Order: SVU" star made a bold statement in red. The evening's host went full Jessica Rabbit, sparkling in the glittering gown with a sweetheart neckline and an asymmetrical feathered sequin hem. She styled the look with custom-dyed satin Stuart Weitzman sandals.
Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez tapped her inner goddess in a gold sequin-embellished Louis Vuitton strapless gown. The "Only Murders in the Building" star kept her accessories simple with Tiffany & Co. drop diamond earrings while showcasing an extra-long, wavy mane.
Zendaya
The red carpet queen arrived on the Emmys carpet in a nude tulle and silver crystal-embellished plunge-neck gown with a mini train. The star glowed in the sparkling look, which she accessorized with sustainable Mikimoto pearl earrings and coordinating rings. The "Euphoria" star also took a note from Halle Berry's book, rocking a fresh pixie cut.
Elle Fanning
Fashion is one problem that Margo certainly does not have. The "Margo's Got Money Problems" star kept it simple but elegant in an iridescent seafoam green, spaghetti-strap gown featuring a V-neckline and cascading train with drop crystals from the shoulder.
Colman Domingo
When it comes to red carpet looks, no one does it quite like Colman Domingo. The "Euphoria" star looked sleek in a custom color-block Valentino ensemble featuring a burnt orange jacket with fish-eye claps styled over ivory silk pants. The look was topped off with a tasselled fuchsia sash accented with a crystal buckle.
Nicole Brydon Bloom
The "Paradise" star brought effortless glam to the carpet in a mint hue by Lein Studio. The 1920s-inspired gown featured a draped drop waist and flowing train. She accessorized the look with chandelier diamond earrings.
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: The best dressed at the 2026 Emmys
