The best-dressed celebrities at the 2026 Emmy Awards

The stars are showing out for the 2026 Emmys.
They're gathering at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles in their red-carpet best.
Selena Gomez arrived in one of the night's most fashionable looks.

Emmys night is finally here.

The 2026 Emmy Awards are taking over the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on Monday, with "Law and Order: SVU" star Mariska Hargitay hosting.

"The Pitt" is leading the nominations charge with 25, including outstanding drama series, best actor for Noah Wyle, and four nominations for best supporting actress. "Hacks" is close behind with 24 nominations and is up against newcomer "Widow's Bay" for outstanding comedy series.

The awards ceremony is always fun, but some might argue that the fashion is the real highlight. Stars always arrive ready to rock the red carpet, and this year's event is no exception.

From Selena Gomez in gold to Zendaya in a sheer gown, here are the best looks of the 2026 Emmys.

Zendaya

Nominated in the outstanding lead actress in a drama series category for her performance on the final season of "Euphoria," Zendaya turned heads in a sparkly dress.

The dress hugged her figure, with the V-neckline dipping to her waistline. Silver crystals adorned the gown's sheer fabric, spilling into a train behind her.

She accessorized the look with a Rolex Lady-Datejust and diamond jewelry.

Sarah Michelle Gellar

Gellar, a presenter at the 2026 Emmys, looked pretty in hot pink.

Her silky sheath dress had a high, cowl neck that flowed into a dramatically low, scooped back.

Diamond jewelry and a chic ponytail completed the look.

Quinta Brunson

Silk dresses were big on the 2026 Emmys red carpet, and "Abbott Elementary" creator and star Brunson had one of the best takes on the trend of the night.

The off-white Christian Cowan dress had deconstructed detailing, with frayed seams and a low neckline that created the illusion it was ripping apart. One strap sat on her shoulder, and the frayed skirt trailed behind her in a subtle train.

Brunson was nominated in the outstanding lead actress in a comedy series category for her performance on "Abbott Elementary."

Elle Fanning

Nominated for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series for "Margo's Got Money Troubles," Fanning arrived at the Emmys in an ethereal green gown.

The dress had a V-neckline that wrapped around the bodice. Spaghetti straps sat on her shoulders, with a ribbon of fabric coming off one to flow to the floor. She looked effortlessly stylish.

Mariska Hargitay

Hargitay pulled out all the stops for her first time hosting the Emmys, arriving in a sequin-covered red dress.

The form-fitting gown's sweetheart neckline was framed by off-the-shoulder sleeves. The hem of the skirt had a subtle slit and was lined with feathered detailing, bringing even more glamour to the look.

Strappy red heels tied it all together.

Selena Gomez

The "Only Murders in the Building" star leaned into the glamour of the night in a gold gown.

The strapless dress was made of reflective gold fabric in a striped pattern. A circular pattern of the same material accentuated her waistline. She paired the dress with silver jewelry for a fun mixed metal moment.

"Only Murders in the Building" was nominated for five Emmys, including outstanding comedy series.

Lukita Maxwell

Maxwell chose a gold, tea-length dress for the Emmys. It had a sweetheart neckline and a single strap that cut across her chest.

Ruching covered the gown, which fell into a full skirt with bow detailing along the hem. She paired the custom Louis Vuitton dress, which felt glamorous and playful, with white shoes.

Maxwell stars in "Shrinking," which was nominated for outstanding comedy series.

Adam Brody

Brody — who stars in"Nobody Wants This," which was nominated for outstanding comedy series — walked the red carpet in a navy double-breasted suit, custom-made by Prada.

He paired it with a blue shirt and a silk scarf rather than a tie for a fresh feel.

Sheryl Lee Ralph