FashionEtc.com December 22nd, 2024

Red alert! Lea Michele trades Rachel Berry's reindeer sweaters for a crimson Marchesa gown with statement shoulders, Manolo Blahnik heels, and jewelry from Lorraine Schwartz.

Talk about a hot mama! Dripping in vintage-inspired black and white diamond jewelry from Neil Lane, Julie Bowen dares to bare in a plunging V-neck silver and black lame embroidered gown from Oscar de la Renta's Fall 2011 collection. A sleek side ponytail and snakeskin Judith Leiber Anna Velvet clutch give the ensemble a modern touch.

Christina Hendricks shimmers in Johanna Johnson's custom-made Vintage heavy silk satin gown embellished with art-deco-inspired Swarovski crystals, glass, and seed beads. A silver Judith Leiber box clutch and Palladium Simon G diamond earrings provide extra glitz, while a teased 'do lends a retro-glam effect.

One of the many stars opting for a splash of color, Sofia Vergara flaunts her famous curves in Vera Wang's coral one-shouldered crepe gown with chiffon and tulle touches. Long locks, coral lipstick, an OFIRA cuff, and shoulder-grazing emerald, gold, and diamond Lorraine Schwartz earrings play a supporting role in her gorgeous look.

Roksanda Ilincic's slinky blue gown and Fred Leighton diamonds transform Dianna Agron into a ravishing retro-inspired beauty.

No tracksuit here! Emmys host Jane Lynch wows in the first of her many David Meister Signature creations for the evening, a strapless aubergine chiffon gown with a ruched bodice. Lorraine Schwartz's black and platinum multi-gem stone earrings, 20-carat ruby ring, and a stack of precious bangles get a "cheerio" from us.

Kate Winslet makes a bold statement in a red cap-sleeved Elie Saab design, which she pairs with a wavy up-do and Cartier jewelry.

Good Wife star Juliana Margulies switches things up with retro-inspired curls (watch your back, Dita Von Teese!), but keeps the rest of her ensemble simply-chic thanks to a strapless ivory silk gown from Giorgio Armani Privé. Transparent stones and iridescent paillettes give the sleek look a touch of sparkle, as do Palladium diamond studs.

Did Elisabeth Moss coordinate with her similarly styled Mad Men co-star Christina Hendricks? America's favorite copywriter turns heads in an emebellished, champagne-hued Marchesa gown paired with romantic curls.

Minka Kelly works the midnight blue trend in an elegant Dior creation boasting demure lace sleeves. How angelic!

Wearing one of the top colors of the night, Katie Holmes dons a custom-made blue silk crepe cinched-waist dress from Calvin Klein. A high bun gives the look a playful edge.

Gwyneth Paltrow looks ab fab in her midriff-baring embroidered black lace Emilio Pucci gown. The actress, whose hair is long and sleek for the big night, reportedly tried two dresses before settling on this sexy number, which she accessorizes with $550,000 worth of black diamond jewelry from Neil Lane.

With her new pixie cut styled in retro finger waves, Evan Rachel Wood looks effortlessly glam in a black embroidered Elie Saab Fall 2011 gown with cap sleeves and a low back that exposed her tattoo. Black satin peep-toe pumps from Salvatore Ferragamo, a Judith Leiber clutch, and Fred Leighton jewelry add to the elegance.

So who is winner Melissa McCarthy wearing? Herself! The Mike & Molly star helped design her long-sleeved plum-hued gown, pairing it with a statement gold necklace, Judith Leiber Grand Duchess Rainbow miniaudiere, and loose waves. DIY or die!

Rocking a soft blow-out and smoky eyes, Clare Danes is a vision in electric blue thanks to Oscar de la Renta's Resort 2012 strapless blue sequin embroidered gown and Irit Design jewelry.

Taking a cue from Dorothy, Martha Plimpton is the epitome of classic glamour in Zac Posen's ruby sequin gown, which boasts a sexy sweetheart neckline and cap sleeves, one of the night's big trends.

With her chestnut hair worn loose, Kristen Wiig goes monochromatic in a matching brown silk ombre gown from Zac Posen. Fred Leighton jewelry adds a splash of sparkle, while the gown's deep V-neck cranks up the sex appeal.

Connie Britton's strawberry blonde locks are a perfect complement to her russety red Maria Lucia Hohan strapless gown, accented with Lorraine Schwartz gold bangles and OFIRA gold and diamond strand earrings.

Padma Lakshmi works the metallic trend in a shimmering bronze satin Giorgio Armani Prive mermaid-style gown with a criss-cross neckline and a deep leg slit. A relaxed updo, Jimmy Choo's strappy, crystal-adorned sandals, and jewelry from her own Padma Collection complete the bombshell look.

Arriving on the arm of husband John Krasinski, Emily Blunt stuns in an on-trend midnight-blue tulle gown with sequin and embroidered tulle ruffle details. The Elie Saab Fall 2011 Haute Couture number is paired with Kelly Locke's pewter glazed anaconda clutch and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

Another fan of the midnight blue look, Christine Baranski opts for a silk faille Zac Posen dress with a double lapel. Love the bold red lip!

Va va voom! Kerry Washington is a screen siren in a strapless scarlet gown from Zuhair Murad featuring a shirred silk tulle skirt and pearl accents. Bonus points for the matching lipstick and 10-carat ruby ring from Lorraine Schwartz.

Julia Stiles channels classic Hollywood glamour in a strapless lavender-gray lace gown from Georges Hobeika's Fall 2011 Couture collection, which she pairs with loose Veronica Lake-worthy waves.

Because she can-can-can! A bronzed Heidi Klum shows some love for Project Runway alumnus Christian Siriano, who whipped up a flirty strapless number with a dramatic ruffled skirt. Christian Louboutin's Pigalle heels complement her leg-baring look, while Lorraine Schwartz jewelry add some sparkle.