The best looks from the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards red carpet

The 77th Primetime Emmy Awards are here, and celebrities have hit the red carpet for the biggest night in television.

Hosted at the Peacock Theatre in Los Angeles, TV critics have their bets on who will win the big awards of the night.

The White Lotus, Severance, and The Studio all look set to bring home a considerable Emmys loot, but who commanded the red carpet?

Fashion fans had all eyes on Selena Gomez, Jenna Ortega, Jude Law, Sterling K. Brown and Sydney Sweeney, who were all confirmed to be attending.

Taika Waititi and Rita Ora made a surprise appearance, charming fans with their loved-up looks and colour coordination.

But who took home best dressed? The Herald rounds up the best and brightest looks of the 2025 Emmys Red Carpet.

Rita Ora and Taika Waititi

Taika Waititi and Rita Ora. Photo / Getty Images

New Zealand director Taika Waititi and singer Rita Ora got the white memo as the power couple perfectly coordinate on the Emmys carpet.

Jenna Ortega

Jenna Ortega. Photo / Getty Images

Wednesday star and Emmy Award presenter Jenna Ortega is dominating in the best-dressed stakes with a Givenchy jewelled top and split skirt.

Lisa

Lisa Manobal. Photo / Getty Images

Blackpink and White Lotus star Lisa brings some colour to the red carpet in a structured Lever Couture pink gown.

Sam Nivola

Sam Nivola attends the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards at Peacock Theatre. Photo / Getty Images

Breakout star 21-year-old Sam Nivola turned heads with his acting in season 3 of White Lotus and again on the Emmys carpet, wearing a Dior floral waistcoat with fringe and velvet detailing.

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez. Photo / Getty Images

Only Murders in the Building star Selena Gomez is turning heads in a red Louis Vuitton gown. The star was glowing as she gave a loved-up display with fiancé Benny Blanco.

Jon Gries and Charlotte Le Bon

Jon Gries and Charlotte Le Bon. Photo / Getty Images

White Lotus co-stars Jon Gries and Charlotte Le Bon were an iconic duo on screen and now an iconic duo on the carpet. Le Bon wears a silver dome-encrusted Courreges FW25 gown.

Sydney Sweeney

Sydney Sweeney. Photo / Getty Images

Euphoria star Sydney Sweeney has again gone for her signature sweetheart necklace at the 2025 Emmys in a corsetted Oscar de la Renta red dress.

Colman Domingo

Colman Domingo. Photo / Getty Images

Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series nominee Colman Domingo looks every bit the award winner in full Valentino and Boucheron jewellery.

Molly Gordon

Molly Gordon. Photo / Getty Images

The Bear star Molly Gordon stuns in a black and white striped gown complete with a statement diamond necklace.

Lauren Graham and Alexis Bledel

Lauren Graham and Alexis Bledel. Photo / Getty Images

Everyone’s favourite Gilmour Girls have given fans the reunion they wanted. The striking duo are set to present an award on stage together later in the show.

Aliyah Mastin

Aliyah Mastin. Photo / Getty Images

Paradise actress Aliyah Mastin perfects old Hollywood glam in a perfectly tailored black satin gown.

Kristen Bell

Kristen Bell. Photo / Getty Images

Outstanding Lead Actress In A Comedy Series nominee Kristen Bell is back on the Emmys red carpet for the first time in six years, and she well and truly came to play in a sequin cut-out gown.

Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller

Seth Rogen and Lauren Miller. Photo / Getty Images

Seth Rogen has every reason to be looking happy - his Apple+ series The Studio has 23 Emmy nominations. The star was joined on the carpet with his wife and the couple both wore refreshingly colourful autumnal tones.

Walton Goggins and Nadia Conners

Walton Goggins and Nadia Conners. Photo Getty Images

Best supporting actor in a drama series nominee Walton Goggins has arrived early in matching white looks with his wife, Nadia. Goggins is sporting a Louis Vuitton suit and a statement pendant.

Jennifer Coolidge

Jennifer Coolidge. Photo / Getty Images

Emmy winner Jennifer Coolidge wears an off-the-shoulder velvet dress, complete with satin gloves and a touch of old Hollywood glamour.

Meghann Fahy

Meghann Fahy. Photo / Getty Images

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie nominee Meghann Fahy is having her leading lady moment in a dramatic Valentino plunge gown with statement jewels.

Phil Keoghan

Phil Keoghan. Photo / Getty Images

One of our very own, Kiwi Phil Keoghan has arrived on the carpet in a shiny blue suit. The Amazing Race is nominated for outstanding reality competition program.

Justine Lupe

Justine Lupe. Photo / Getty Images

Succession star Justine Lupe wears a sheer Carolina Herrera sequin gown and Anita Jo jewels paired with loose waves and simple styling.

Pedro Pascal

Pedro Pascal. Photo / Getty Images

Outstanding Lead Actress in a Limited or Anthology Series or Movie nominee, Pedro Pascal, is making everyone on the carpet swoon in a dashing white suit and shades.

Brittany Snow and Malin Åkerman

Brittany Snow and Malin Åkerman. Photo / Getty Images

Actresses and pals Brittany Snow and Malin Åkerman are a perfect pop of pink on a carpet dominated by black and white looks.

Timothy Simons

Comedian Timothy Simons steps on to the carpet with one of his boldest looks yet - a tuxedo jacket, shorts, crew socks and a combat boot.

Timothy Simons. Photo / Getty Images

Stay tuned for the Herald’s up-to-date coverage of the star-studded 2025 Emmy Awards held at Los Angeles’ Peacock Theatre, starting today from midday NZT.