Emmys 2012
All the dresses and pics from TV's biggest night of the year
Rex FeaturesClaire Danes
Claire Danes won the award for most stylish baby bump at the Emmys, wearing this gorgeous canary yellow draped Lanvin gown. The pregnant star added a pair of gold Barbara Bui sandals and Lorraine Schwartz jewels to complete the look.
Rex FeaturesGinnifer Goodwin
Tangerine doesn’t often make an appearance on the red carpet so it was nice to see Ginnifer Goodwin sporting this floral embroidered orange and nude gown from Monique Lhuillier. Not an easy look to match, but the star paired her dress with a Ferragamo clutch and Christian Louboutin pumps.
Rex FeaturesMichelle Dockery
Downton Abbey might not have had the success it hoped for at the Emmys but Michelle Dockery scored a hit with this midnight blue Louis Vuitton gown. The duchess satin dress had a sheer panel around the bust and the actress accessorised it with a gold clutch and jewellery.
Rex FeaturesJulianne Hough
Julianne Hough went back to her Dancing With The Stars roots in an elaborate sequinned aqua-marine gown by Hobeika Couture.
Rex FeaturesKelly Osbourne
Kelly Osbourne matched her ruched purple Zac Posen gown to her violet hair at the Emmy Awards. The Fashion Police star took her look in a grungy direction with lashings of eyeliner and a slick of deep red lippy.
Rex FeaturesHeidi Klum
Was that an Angelina leg we spied on Heidi Klum at the Emmy Awards? The model put her best foot forward in this pale blue split gown by Alexandre Vauthier.
Rex FeaturesJon Hamm & Jennifer Westfeldt
Continuing the blue dress theme was actress Jennifer Westfeldt, who opted for this J. Mendel creation in a midnight shade. Partner Jon Hamm looked particularly fine in an Armani tuxe, too.
Rex FeaturesElisabeth Moss
Mad Men actress Elisabeth Moss stood out in this floral, frilled creation by Dolce & Gabbana.
Rex FeaturesHayden Panettiere
Hayden Panettiere went for an eastern-inspired look in this carefully draped chiffon and sequin gown by Marchesa.
Rex FeaturesKristin Wiig
Comedienne Kristen Wiig shunned the full length status quo, and instead opted for a simple white midi by Balenciaga.
Rex FeaturesLeslie Mann
Yellow also proved to be a popular colour on the Emmys red carpet. Leslie Mann chose this sunshine and white number by Naeem Khan for the occasion.
Rex FeaturesDamian Lewis
Damian Lewis was one of the big winners of the evening. The British actor scored the Best Actor In A Drama Series gong for his role opposite Claire Danes in Homeland, while the TV show itself won best Drama Series.
Rex FeaturesZachary Quinto
Star Trek star Zachary Quinto turned out well in a grey tuxe with black bow tie. The actor was at the Emmys to cheer on his American Horror Story co-star Jessica Lange, who won Outstanding Supporting Actress In A Miniseries Or Movie.
PA PhotosCat Deeley
Brit abroad Cat Deeley blended perfectly into the A-list Emmy action in a one-shouldered fishtail design with a classic up-do. Red on the red carpet can be a real no-no, but we love the orange tone of this structured gown.
PA PhotosMelissa McCarthy
Bridesmaids star Melissa McCarthy wore a beautiful, panelled black gown for the occasion, made fierce with a studded black clutch (which fought somewhat with her delicate silver jewellery, but we shan’t pick hairs).
Rex FeaturesAmanda Peet
Amanda Peet was one of the few actresses who eschewed colour for the occasion, opting instead for this simple lace slip by Calvin Klein.
Rex FeaturesJanuary Jones
January Jones is never afraid to make a big style statement on the red carpet, and we’re pleased to report that her Emmys dress of choice was no exception. The Mad Men star looked like a dazzling black firework in her elegant Zac Posen creation, which she punctuated with a beautiful smoky eye.
Rex FeaturesJoanne Froggatt
Big winner Joanne Froggatt flew the flag for TV’s Team GB in a Hollywood-tastic Vivienne Westwood Couture gown, silver heels by Nicholas Kirkwood and an epic Hollywood blow-dry. LA sure is a long way from Downton...
Rex FeaturesRicky Gervais & Jane Fallon
Jane Fallon’s confessed to being a red carpet-phobe in the past but, if this chic red sheath dress is anything to go by, she’s hit her style stride now. The writer looked relaxed and at home on the arm of her gregarious other half, Ricky Gervais.
Rex FeaturesSofia Vergara
Sofia Vergara turned to J-Lo’s go-to red carpet label, Zuhair Murad, for this va-va-voom showstopper. Mission accomplished.
Rex FeaturesTom Hanks & Rita Wilson
Rita Wilson accompanied her suited and booted hubby, Tom Hanks, along the red carpet in a slick black gown with slicked back hair. We say: simple, elegant, stunning.
Rex FeaturesEllen DeGeneres & Portia de Rossi
Power couple Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi may have gotten dressed from opposing ends of the sartorial spectrum, but those blonde coifs are equally pristine.
Rex FeaturesLucy Liu left her classic LBD at home and opted for something a touch more directional. Complete with mega-watt paillettes and a fitted bodice, the actress really rocked this silver gown by Atelier Versace.
Rex FeaturesLA’s fave suited beau, Jon Hamm didn’t disappoint his ever-growing fan base of ladies as he slipped into a slick tux. Nice dickie bow!
Rex FeaturesIf in doubt, stick to the red carpet classics like Tina Fey, who reached for a decorous jewel-coloured column dress by Vivienne Westwood.
Rex FeaturesTaking a fashion vacation from carbon black, Julianne Moore revved up her red carpet repertoire with this wow-inducing yellow dress from Christian Dior Couture. We’re impressed she pulled off such an overpowering colour. Her secret? Sticking to autumnal make-up shades and loading on the diamanté.
Rex FeaturesWhile we’re not a major fan of Julianna Margulies botanical print, the structure of this Giambattista Valli dress suits her figure perfectly.
Rex FeaturesZooey Deschanel opted for a kooky Reem Acra baby blue gown that she styled with a pop of pink lipstick. Does this star ever put a stiletto wrong on the red carpet?!
Rex FeaturesStraying outside of her comfort zone, Nicole Kidman slipped into an Antonio Berardi dress from the spring 2013 collection – she’s certainly two paces ahead of the fashion game.
Rex FeaturesChristina Hendricks wowed the fashion world in a statement-making Christian Siriano dress that channelled the style of Marilyn Monroe’s Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend frock. What a woman!
Rex FeaturesWatch out, Hollywood! Kiernan Shipka’s star is on the rise and her wardrobe is a stellar sign that she is one-to-watch at events. From the oh-so-sweet silver bag to her luxe gown, this custom-made Zac Posen gown has served to whet our fashion appetite further. Whatever will she wear next?
Rex FeaturesThe easy way to score style points at a major do? Wear head-to-toe sequins and sparkles, like Kerry Washington in Vivienne Westwood.
PA PhotosChristina Hendricks
Christina Hendricks warmed up for the big event at this Pre-Emmy party in California. The Mad Men actress poured her curves in this gorgeous lace LBD.
PA PhotosMichelle Dockery
Flying the flag for Britain this weekend was Michelle Dockery, who looked every inch the Downton lady in this black lace and fuchsia satin cocktail dress at a pre-Emmys party.
PA PhotosZooey Deschanel
Zooey Deschanel was pretty in a pink leaf print dress from Nina Ricci and Miu Miu black shoes, at the Variety and Women in Film pre-Emmy party.
Rex FeaturesClaire Danes
Claire Danes finally gave us a glimpse of her growing baby bump, at a pre-Emmy party, by wearing this turquoise shift dress.
