Sexiest Emmys Dresses of All Time: See Photos of Zendaya, Kim Kardashian & More

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January 15, 2024 10:14AM EST
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See photos of the best Emmys looks of all time, from Kim Kardashian and Zendaya to Ariel Winter and Emily Ratajkowski.

Over the years, the Emmys have been the place for the stars to show off the hottest looks of awards season. The Emmys usually kick off awards season every year, so it’s all about setting those high expectations when it comes to fashion. And the stars never disappoint.

The 2023 Emmys were delayed due to the Hollywood strikes, so the ceremony is happening right in the thick of 2024 awards season. After the Golden Globes and Critics’ Choice Awards, the 2023 Emmys will be the latest event to show off incredible red carpet looks. Scroll down to see more photos of the sexiest Emmys fashion by scrolling through our gallery now!

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Ariel Winter

Ariel Winter
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Ariel Winter sparkled at the 2016 Emmys in a sexy sheer Yousef Al-Jasmi dress. The Modern Family shined in this dress that was nearly identical to one Kylie Jenner wore days earlier.

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM
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Laverne Cox

Laverne Cox
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Laverne Cox turned up the heat in this cut-out heavy dress during a nominee reception for the 2022  Primetime Emmy Awards on Sep. 9, 2022. Little sheer gloves and a sparklng bag completed the look.

September 12, 2022, 10:29AM
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Samantha Hanratty

Samantha Hanratty
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Samantha Hanratty was sexy in black lace at The Hollywood Reporter and SAG-AFTRA’s 74th Annual Primetime Emmy Awards ‘Emmy Nominees Night’ on September 10, 2022. The sheer dress had a Regency-era neckline and off-the-shoulder style.

September 12, 2022, 10:29AM
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Richa Moorjani

Richa Moorjani
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Richa Moorjani wowed in white satin at the Hollywood Reporter and SAG-AFTRA Emmy Nominees Night. The one-shouldered gown had a monochrome flounce and she wore silver heels.

September 12, 2022, 10:29AM
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Rachel Lindsay

Rachel Lindsay
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Rachel Lindsay dazzled at the 49th Daytime Emmy Awards on June 24, 2022. Her dress was a deep bronze and featured pleats and a sexy leg slit.

September 12, 2022, 10:29AM
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Kim Kardashian

Kim Kardashian
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Kim Kardashian arrives at the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. She wore a curve-hugging, velvet black dress and looked super sexy at the event, where she was a presenter.

September 16, 2020, 8:57AM
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Zendaya

Zendaya
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Zendaya arrives at the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles. She was absolutely stunning in her green dress, which had a thigh-high slit. To complete her look, Zendaya wore her hair swept to the side in curls for a grown up look.

September 16, 2020, 8:57AM
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Scarlett Johansson

Scarlett Johansson
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Scarlett Johansson dazzled in a plunging sequined dress at the 2018 Emmys. The Balmain gown featured thigh-high slit as well. 

September 18, 2019, 11:55AM
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Mandy Moore

Mandy Moore
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Mandy Moore stunned in this plunging bronze dress at the 2018 Emmys. The ‘This Is Us’ star’s hair was styled in loose waves and she rocked a gorgeous smokey eye.

September 18, 2018, 9:30AM
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Padma Lakshmi

Padma Lakshmi
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Padma Lakshmi rocked this sexy red gown at the 2018 Emmys. The dress featured sexy cutouts and a thigh-high slit. 

September 18, 2018, 9:30AM
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Shailene Woodley

Shailene Woodley
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Shailene Woodley stunned at the 2017 Emmys in a custom emerald gown by Ralph Lauren. The ‘Big Little Lies’ star’s look was simple but super sexy.

September 13, 2018, 4:17PM
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Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum
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Heidi Klum’s red gown at the 2017 Emmys had both a plunging neckline and a slit. She revealed major cleavage in this super hot look. 

September 13, 2018, 4:14PM
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Jessica Biel

Jessica Biel
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Jessica Biel stunned in a Ralph & Russo gown with a thigh-high slit at the 2017 Emmys. The star of ‘The Sinner’ sparkled in this dress that also featured a plunging neckline and a train. 

September 13, 2018, 4:14PM
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Julianne Hough

Julianne Hough
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Julianne Hough stunned on the red carpet in 2013 when she showed up in this sheer Tiffany blue Jenny Packham gown. The off-the-shoulder gown was the perfect amount of elegant and sexy.

September 13, 2018, 4:44PM
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Gina Rodriguez

Gina Rodriguez
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Gina Rodriguez looked incredible at the 2017 Emmys in this red Naeem Khan gown. The plunging neckline nearly reached her navel!

September 13, 2018, 4:22PM
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Sarah Hyland

Sarah Hyland
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Sarah Hyland rocked a red Zac Posen dress with a cutout on her abs to the 2017 Emmys. Her abs were on full display in this pretty printed look. 

September 13, 2018, 4:22PM
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Nastia Liukin

Nastia Liukin
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Olympic gymnast Nastia Liukin in a plunging pink gown at the 2017 Emmys. She gave off major princess vibes in this stunning look. 

September 13, 2018, 4:17PM
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Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum
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Heidi Klum turned up the heat in this white gown at the 2016 Emmys. The dress featured a major cutout on the right side of the dress, revealing one of her super toned abs. 

September 14, 2017, 9:07AM
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Julianne Hough

Julianne Hough
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Julianne Hough gave off major ‘Black Swan’ vibes with her 2015 Emmys dress. She totally rocked those sheer cutouts. 

September 14, 2017, 9:07AM
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Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson
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Taraji P. Henson turned up the heat at the 2015 Emmys in this sexy black gown. The dress had chains as straps and the bottom half of the dress was sheer. 

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM
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Ariel Winter

Ariel Winter
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There’s nothing like a red dress on the red carpet. Ariel Winter wowed at the 2015 Emmys in this strapless red gown. 

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM
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Kristen Bell

Kristen Bell
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Kristen Bell slayed in this floral Zuhair Murad dress at the 2016 Emmys. The embroidery was simply stunning. 

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM
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Heidi Klum

Heidi Klum
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Heidi Klum dazzled on Emmys red carpet and more in this strapless silk gown. The Zac Posen dress hugged all of Heidi’s curves. 

September 20, 2019, 5:04PM
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Sofia Vergara

Sofia Vergara
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Sofia Vergara looked amazing in thsi Atelier Versace gown at the 2016 Emmys. She paired the curve-hugging dress with gorgeous Lorraine Schwartz jewels.

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM
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Emilia Clarke

Emilia Clarke
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Emilia Clarke was a true Khaleesi in this dress at the 2016 Emmys. The strapless Atelier Versace gown fit Emilia perfectly.

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM
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Emily Ratajkowski

Emily Ratajkowski
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Emily Ratajkowski wowed on the Emmys red carpet in 2016 in this stunning navy number. Emily’s hair was pulled into a low pony tail and she rocked a bold blue smokey eye.

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM
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Laverne Cox

Laverne Cox
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Laverne Cox was the ultimate golden goddess at the 2016 Emmys. She shined in this sheer Naeem Khan dress.

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM
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Susan Kelechi Watson

Susan Kelechi Watson
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Susan Kelechi Watson sizzled in silver at the 2017 Emmys. The off-the-shoulder Cristina Ottaviano gown fit the ‘This Is Us’ star perfectly. 

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM
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Sofia Vergara At 2017 Emmys

Sofia Vergara At 2017 Emmys
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Sofia Vergara was a vision in white at the 2017 Emmys. She gave off serious bridal vibes in this strapless and curve-hugging Mark Zunino gown. 

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM
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Alison Brie

Alison Brie
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Alison Brie popped in yellow at the 2018 Emmys. The ‘GLOW’ star wowed in plunging gown with ab cutouts. 

September 18, 2019, 11:54AM