This year’s SAG Awards was all about calculated risks. Sure, there were plenty of haute couture gowns and custom creations, but a majority of stars decided to take things up a notch on the red silver carpet. And we’re definitely not complaining.
From a blazer/bustier hybrid to a moody floral dress with goth vibes to big (and little) bows and a gown layered over leggings , the attendees opted to go edgy. Surprisingly, Lady Gaga wasn’t one of the risk-takers, relying instead on a just-presented haute couture gown that also made our list of dream wedding dresses.
While some celebs kept things pretty black and/or white, color was in full force at the ceremony. Reds and pinks proved popular along with pops of blue. And there was quite a bit of texture, from feathers to crochet accents to structured ruffles.
Click through the slideshow to see who wore what.
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2019 SAG Awards
Lady Gaga
Lady Gaga rocked a fresh-off-the-runway Christian Dior Spring 2019 Haute Couture gown. The singer/actress made it her own by working in fancy earrings, a glitzy choker and white Jimmy Choo pumps.
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Emily Blunt
Emily Blunt gave us both ruffles and sparkle in this custom pink Michael Kors Collection gown. Diamond drop earrings and a glitzy clutch polished off the look.
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Rachel Weisz
Rachel Weisz’s dark Givenchy Fall 2018 Haute Couture gown featured silver feathers on the skirt and a shiny waistband accent. Silver earrings, a black clutch with silver trim and silver platform sandals perfectly complemented the eye-catching dress.
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Margot Robbie
Margot Robbie’s white Chanel Pre-Fall 2019 gown included strategic crochet details. Fancy drop earrings and a gold clutch punctuated the stunning piece.
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Lupita Nyong'o
Lupita Nyong'o went custom in this boudoir- and blazer-inspired Vera Wang with a semi-sheer sparkling skirt. She wrapped things up with embellished sandals.
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Emma Stone
It was a gilded blouse with exposed buttons and bow collar teamed with black slacks, both Louis Vuitton, for Emma Stone last night. She capped off the ensemble with black sandals.
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Amy Adams
Amy Adams stepped out in a customized black strapless Celine gown with an exaggerated bodice. She styled her bold pick with Cartier jewelry and Jimmy Choos.
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Yara Shahidi
Yara Shahidi slayed in this Fendi Fall 2018 Haute Couture pink dress with tulle skirt that revealed peeks of her matching leggings. The actress added in Cartier jewels and Christian Louboutins to set off the glamorous look.
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Alison Brie
Alison Brie not only boasted a big bow on her back, her sleek black dress by Miu Miu also included a pair of much smaller bows. Artsy earrings and a middle-parted updo wrapped up the look.
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Elisabeth Moss
Elisabeth Moss’ ivory Monique Lhuillier Fall 2019 glitter dot tulle strapless ballgown included a black belt. Mostly hidden black Brian Atwood sandals and Jennifer Meyer jewelry further defined the look.
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Rachel Brosnahan
The SAG winner accepted her award decked out in a gray-blue Christian Dior haute couture strapless dress. Rachel Brosnahan accessorized with Irene Neuwirth statement earrings and Jimmy Choos.
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Catherine Zeta-Jones
Catherine Zeta-Jones flaunted plenty of skin in this sparkling Zuhair Murad Fall 2018 Haute Couture blue dress with a plunging neckline and a significant side slit. Strappy sandals wrapped things up.
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Lucy Boynton
Lucy Boynton brought a little edge to the awards courtesy of this Erdem Fall 2018 floral and polka dot tulle gown. Her negative space eyeliner also really made an impression.
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Gemma Chan
Gemma Chan certainly made waves on the silver carpet in this blush pink custom Oscar de la Renta creation. Harry Winston jewels and Christian Louboutins rounded out the look.
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Laura Harrier
Laura Harrier’s hot pink Loewe gown came complete with attached, off-the-shoulder, puffy sleeves. Multicolored gemstone earrings and complementary rings jazzed things up even more.
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Sandra Oh
It was a red Jenny Packham embellished gown for Sandra Oh at the awards. Atelier Swarovski supplied her jewels, including those delicate drop emerald earrings.
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Laverne Cox
Laverne Cox looked red hot in a crimson Zac Posen draped gown with a blinged out back. Silver sandals finished off the outfit.
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Mandy Moore
The This Is Us star dazzled in a black long-sleeve Jason Wu dress. The embellished neckline perfectly tied into her sparkling ankle-strap sandals.
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Matthew Rhys and Keri Russell
Sporting an Alexandre Vauthier Fall 2018 Haute Couture black velvet column gown with paillette-covered bustier, Keri Russell really amped up the look with that fringed clutch.
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Angela Bassett
Angela Bassett’s heavily textured Georges Chakra Fall 2018 Haute Couture gown stood out on the silver carpet. Glittery Casadei platform peep-toes capped off the look.
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Robin Wright
Robin Wright’s plunging Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2019 sequin gown also boasted a side slit perfect for showcasing her ankle-strap sandals. The actress drew even more attention to the daring neckline with a dangling pendant necklace.
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Sophia Bush
Sophia Bush turned heads in Monique Lhuillier’s Spring 2019 noir and silk white strapless ruched gown with sweetheart neckline and gathered cape.
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Jane Fonda
The legendary actress was hard to miss in her red Valentino Pre-Fall 2019 scalloped dress. A red Roger Vivier bag and Sarah Flint footwear balanced out the look.
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Danai Gurira
Danai Gurira opted for a feather-enhanced Ralph & Russo dress. She styled the stark piece with Bulgari jewelry and Jimmy Choos.
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Awkwafina
Awkwafina’s red Mimi Plange dress included an embellished turtleneck layer. She accessorized with a red clutch and a pair of statement rings.
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Constance Wu
Constance Wu’s neutral Oscar de la Renta Pre-Fall 2019 strapless gown got a boost thanks to that pearl-accented, brooch-like detail at the hip. She rounded things out with an arm band and embellished Stuart Weitzman sandals.
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Cara Santana
Cara Santana made quite the statement in this aqua Ermanno Scervino strapless gown featuring ruffles in all the right places. Her sleek top knot drew attention upward as did those gemstone danglers.
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Aja Naomi King
The striking yellow shade of Aja Naomi King’s Ralph & Russo gown helped it pop on the silver carpet. Gold pumps completed the look.
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Julia Garner
The young star stood out in this turquoise Zac Posen Spring 2019 polka dot gown. Harry Winston jewels and a wavy bob added even more polish.
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Chrissy Metz
Chrissy Metz’s black John Paul Ataker gown included an electric blue tulle layer on top. Blue crescent earrings and a marbled clutch tied into the look rather seamlessly.
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Samira Wiley
Samira Wiley’s strappy black Georges Chakra haute couture dress boasted embellished panels on the bodice. A sparkly black clutch and corresponding platform sandals kept the monochromatic vibe going.
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Madeline Brewer
Brock Collection supplied the red lace cap-sleeve gown with sweetheart neckline Madeline Brewer sported to the awards. Bedazzled earrings polished things off.
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Michelle Yeoh
There was a lot going on with Michelle Yeoh’s Elie Saab haute couture gown, from the embellished bodice to the feathered skirt. Statement earrings only upped the ante.
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Megan Mullally
Megan Mullally sported a black Alexander McQueen dress with golden accents before hosting the ceremony. Chanel earrings, a gold Marni clutch and Aquazzura heels balanced out the look.
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Rachel Bloom
Rachel Bloom struck a pose in a Cristina Ottaviano taupe gown with select embroidery. She also carried a Jimmy Choo clutch.
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Melissa McCarthy
Melissa McCarthy was all about the sparkle, pairing her sequin dress with dazzling drop earrings.
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Patricia Clarkson
Patricia Clarkson absolutely worked the silver carpet in an embroidered Zuhair Murad Fall 2018 Haute Couture gown with split sleeves. Piaget jewelry and Giuseppe Zanotti heels rounded out the look.
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