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2023 Critics’ Choice Awards Best of Red Carpet Fashion
From Michelle Yeoh to Lily James, see the best-dressed celebrities at the 28th Annual Critics’ Choice Awards in Los Angeles.
In an evening of low-key fashion, many attendees opted for black gowns — but there were plenty of eye-catching styles, from the asymmetric ruffles of Quinta Brunson’s figure-hugging Robert Wun dress to Angela Bassett’s striking Christian Siriano designs.
Elsewhere, metallics and sequins were also popular. “White Lotus” actor Aubrey Plaza impresses in a sparkly Louis Vuitton gown with a colorful ombré, while “The Queen” star Suso Mbedou wears the same from Gold, silver and bronze embellished dress from the French brand. “Abbott Elementary” nominees Amanda Seyfried and Sheryl Lee Ralph chose gold gowns by Dior and Jovana Louis, respectively.
In a recent red carpet trend, Elle Fanning and Janelle Monáe are among the stars to wear cutout dresses.
The men of the evening wore a range of shades, from Andrew Garfield’s camel Zegna suits to Henry Golding’s glamorous teal suits. Ke Huy Quan, Billy Eichner and Harry Shum Jr. We were among the maroon-clad attendees on a night when many male guests eschewed the traditional black-tie dress code.
See some of the best red carpet looks below.

“White Lotus” star Aubrey Plaza wears a sequined Louis Vuitton gown in ombré shades and Pomellato jewelry. credit: Monica Schipper/WireImage/Getty Images

Ke Huy Quan, nominated for Best Supporting Actor for his role in “Everything Everywhere All at Once”. credit: Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Sadie Sink, nominated for her role in “The Whale,” arrived in a black silk Chanel dress with an embroidered bandeau top. credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Amanda Seyfried’s Dior couture dress is cut from a single panel of gold-lamé chiffon. credit: Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images

D’Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, nominated for her role in “Reserved Dogs,” wore a plunging black suit and wide-leg pants. credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Michelle Yeoh drew attention in a Carolina Herrera gown and De Beers jewels, while “Everything at the Same Time” co-star Lifely Hsu wore Valentino. credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Angela Bassett wore a striking black dress by Christian Siriano. credit: Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images

Costume designer Katherine Martin, actor Austin Butler and director Baz Luhrmann were all nominated individually for their work in the Elvis biopic, “Elvis.” credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images North

Julia Garner in a sheer red dress by Ferragamo. credit: Monica Schipper/WireImage/Getty Images

Jessica Betts with wife Niecy Nash-Betts, nominated for her performance in “Dahmer.” credit: Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images

Andrew Garfield paired his camel Zegna suit with an Omega watch. credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Janelle Monáe wears Vera Wang sheer open back dress. credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Zoe Kazan in Rodarte is pictured with her partner Paul Dano in a Dolce & Gabbana suit. credit: Matt Winkmeyer/Getty Images

Natasha Lyonne in “Glass Onion: Mystery of Wilderness Action” wears Gucci. credit: Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic/Getty Images

Sheryl Lee Ralph looks bling in a Jovana Louis gown and Misho jewelry. credit: Monica Schipper/WireImage/Getty Images

Billy Eichner was one of several men who walked the red carpet in maroon suits. credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Harry Shum Jr., in a dark velvet suit, was part of the best ensemble performance nominee “Everything at the Same Time” cast. credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Elle Fanning wears cutout gown from the Alexander McQueen Spring/Summer 2023 collection. credit: Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images

Quinta Brunson in a body-hugging ruffled gown by London fashion label Robert Wun. credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Anya Taylor-Joy (Anya Taylor-Joy) in a Dior haute couture nude dress. credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Cate Blanchett opted for a Max Mara gown and Louis Vuitton jewelry. credit: Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images

“Abbott Elementary” star Tyler James Williams arrives in an AP Milan suit and Cartier jewelry. credit: Michael Tran/AFP/Getty Images

Michelle Williams, nominated for her role in “The Fabermans,” dazzled in a one-shoulder gold Louis Vuitton gown. credit: Monica Schipper/WireImage/Getty Images

“Severance Pay” actor Britt Lauer opted for a pantsuit and cape. credit: Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP

Henry Golding looked suave in a dark velvet suit. credit: Christopher Polk/Variety/Getty Images

Ludwig Goransson, composer of the score for Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. credit: Monica Schipper/WireImage/Getty Images

“The Queen” star Thuso Mbedu wore a Louis Vuitton gown with gold, silver and bronze sequins. credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Anna Sawai wears a sleeveless gown from the Acne Studios Spring/Summer 2023 collection. credit: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

TikTok sensation Reece Feldman wears an ‘X-Ray’ shirt from unisex brand Figi Studios. credit: Kevin Winter/Getty Images

Kelsey Asbille wears pleated neck strap dress from Saint Laurent. credit: Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP
Above: Lily James in a sheer black Oscar de la Renta gown with a large silk bow. (Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP)