Last week’s Golden Globes saw red carpet glamour return to Hollywood after a year disrupted by actors’ and writers’ strikes. On Sunday, the stars were out in force again for the 29th Critics Choice Awards , which was back at Santa Monica Airport’s Barker Hangar for the first time since 2020.
At last year’s ceremony, many opted for dark gowns on what would be a night of understated fashion . This time around there was, again, an abundance of black outfits, from Tracee Ellis Ross’ elegant off-shoulder Fendi Couture gown to Christina Ricci’s more risqué latex number. Rachel Brosnahan and Jennifer Aniston — in Givenchy and Dolce & Gabbana, respectively — also impressed in simple all-black outfits.
There were plenty of rosettes and floral embellishments on show, continuing a trend seen at the Golden Globes. They were worn on the shoulder (see Emily Blunt’s eye-catching Armani Privé outfit) and as a centerpiece (on Rosamund Pike’s shimmering Rodarte halter-neck gown), while fans speculated that the intricate rose detailing of Margot Robbie’s red Balmain dress was another nod to a vintage Barbie doll — namely 1996’s “Radiant Rose” Barbie.
Meanwhile, several of the evening’s best-dressed men, including Jeremy Allen White, also opted for all-black, though Colman Domingo’s mustard-and-gold Valentino ensemble, Kieran Culkin’s dapper teal Zegna suit and Matt Bomer’s all-blue Berluti look brought some welcome color.
Some of the best suits, however, were worn by the female stars, with Bella Ramsey’s mint Thom Browne two-piece and “The Bear” star Ayo Edebiri’s all-white suit by The Row among the evening’s most dashing tailored looks. Greta Lee also offered a masterclass in how to rock menswear, arriving in a sparkly all-black look straight from Loewe’s Spring-Summer 2024 ready-to-wear men’s collection.
See below for some of the evening’s best red carpet looks.
“The Bear” actress Ayo Edebiri arrived in an all-white suit, by the Olsen twins' label The Row, and Oliver Peoples sunglasses. - Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Images
Executive producer and star of “Beef,” Ali Wong, wore a sheer green Givenchy gown with painterly flower detailing from the label’s Spring-Summer 2024 Ready-to-Wear collection. - Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Images
Tom Holland looked dapper in head-to-toe Prada, with a pink poplin shirt adding a pop of color to his all-brown suit. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
“The Color Purple” actor Taraji P. Henson in a white strapless Boss dress with cream detailing, peek-a-boo leg slit and pointy silver pumps. - Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Cillian Murphy, nominated for “Oppenheimer,” went for a navy three-piece suit and loosely fitted tie. - Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Images
“Saltburn” actress Rosamund Pike wore shimmering blue Rodarte halter-neck dress with rosette centerpiece. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
“The Bear” star Jeremy Allen White wore a pinstripe Saint Laurent suit, accessorized with a rose-shaped Tiffany & Co. brooch. - Amy Sussman/WireImage/Getty Images
Keri Russell, who stars in “The Diplomat,” wore a sleek Stéphane Rolland number with a high collar and ruffles. She accessorized with diamond and petrified wood jewelry from Fernando George. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
Colman Domingo, nominated for his performance in "Rustin," wore a custom Valentino outfit featuring a mustard suit with a golden overcoat and matching shoes. “I have a sense of play,” he said during the red carpet preshow. “I’m not always playing dark characters.” - Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images
Lily Gladstone wore a deep blue satin dress by Christian Siriano, with her lipstick adding an extra pop of color. - Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images
Rapper and actress Awkwafina looked elegant in a two-tone lace Dior Haute Couture dress. - Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Images
One of several stars opting for all-black, Jennifer Aniston’s Dolce & Gabbana outfit comprised a strapless feather bodice, matching pants and side sash. She completed the look with De Beers diamond jewelry. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
“May December” star Julianne Moore looked regal in a purple two-tone Chanel Haute Couture strapless gown and a drop-pearl brooch. - Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images
“Black-ish” actor Tracee Ellis Ross wore a black knit top wrapped in a stretch corset and silk georgette skirt from Fendi Couture’s Fall-Winter 2023 collection. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
As at last week’s Golden Globes, Pedro Pascal incorporated his arm sling into his look — this time, a gray-beige outfit paired with clear spectacles and black shoes. - Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
“Lessons in Chemistry” actress Aja Naomi King in a bright pink Oscar de la Renta mermaid gown with oversized pink bow accents and cut-out bodice. - Christopher Polk/WWD/Getty Images
Greta Lee, nominated in the best actress category for "Past Lives," wore a sparkly all-black look from Loewe’s Spring-Summer 2024 ready-to-wear menswear collection. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
Never Have I Ever” star Richa Moorjani, looked elegant in a sparkly beaded dress from Simkhai’s Spring-Summer 2024 ready-to-wear collection. - Christopher Polk/WWD/Getty Images
Richa Moorjani accessorized her look with diamond jewelry from Mindi Mond & Dena Kemp and a pearl-encrusted bag. - Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Images
Nominated for her turn in “The Last of Us,” actress Bella Ramsey arrived in a mint-green Thom Browne suit with white blossom detailing and matching shoes. - Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
“Barbie” star Ariana Greenblatt wore a double-layered silk Louis Vuitton dress with bustier leather top and suspenders. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
It was bejeweled polka dots and buckle accents for Rachel Brosnahan in a deep-cut black dress from Givenchy’s Pre-Fall 2024 collection. “The Marvelous Mrs Maisel” actress completed the look with Pomellato jewelry. - Alberto Rodriguez/GA/The Hollywood Reporter/Getty Images
“M3GAN” star Allison Williams wore a strapless white Zuhair Murad tailored jumpsuit with embroidered silver accents and diamond jewelry. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
John Krasinski wore an off-white Dolce & Gabbana tuxedo jacket with black pants and bowtie, while Emily Blunt was in a sleek red Giorgio Armani Privé dress with a rosette detail and Tiffany & Co. jewelry. - Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images
Billie Eilish wore a Thom Browne look comprising a white floor-length shirtdress beneath a little black dress with structured bodice. - Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images
“Beef” creator Lee Sung Jin wore a playful baby pink suit embroidered with ballerinas, as well as a pair of Maison Margiela Tabi leather loafers. - Gilbert Flores/Variety/Getty Images
Christina Ricci channeled Morticia Addams with a black latex Atsuko Kudo dress with deep sweetheart neck. She completed the look with a Carolina Herrera clutch and diamond jewelry by Bucherer. - Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Kieran Culkin, who went on to win Best Actor in a Drama Series, sported a teal Zegna suit paired with beaded turquoise bracelets and an antique shell motif stick pin from jeweler Martin Katz. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
"The Color Purple" star Danielle Brooks wore a voluminous organza gown, by Monsoori, with a playful statement bow. - Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Matt Bomer, nominated in the best actor category for “Fellow Travelers,” brought contrast to the red carpet with a sleek bright blue Berluti suit and matching Oxford shoes. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
“Barbie” star Margot Robbie wore a custom red Balmain mermaid dress with rose detailing and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry. - Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images
Charles Melton, nominated in the best supporting actor for his performance in "May December," wore a red Valentino suit paired with a black skinny tie featuring a V-shaped metallic accent. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
The awards’ host Chelsea Handler wore a bright yellow Alex Perry dress. - Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images
“Abbott Elementary” actor Quinta Brunson wore a sheer black Georges Hobeika dress with silvery embroidered flower accents and Nicole Rose jewelry. - Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
Dominic Sessa, who went on to take the Best Young Actor awward, wore a Celine Homme outfit featuring a straight-collar jacket, matching pants and calfskin Chelsea boots. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
Dua Lipa, whose track "Dance the Night" (from "Barbie") was nominated for Best Song, wore a custom red Prada column dress with cascading curls, which matched her hair, and Tiffany & Co. jewelry. - Frazer Harrison/Getty Images
“Abbott Elementary” star Tyler James Williams wore a black Thom Browne suit with a candy stripe lining and matching brogues. - Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
Vanessa Morgan of “Riverdale” wore a sequined scarlet lace dress with ruffled train, peep toe heels and diamond jewelry. - Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images
Actor Brit Marling was in head-to-toe Prada, including a yellow satin dress and black patent leather pumps. - Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images
“Killers of the Flower Moon” star Tatanka Means looked suave in a navy and black suit. - Matt Winkelmeyer/Getty Images
Actor Geffri Maya looked elegant in a ruffle floor-length gown by John Paul Ataker. - Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images
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