I spotted flapper-worthy feathers galore at the 2025 Emmys, but there were two other outfit details that totally dominated the red carpet—and they took classic silhouettes to a whole new level. From Gayle King to Lisa, cape sleeves and sculpted hips were everywhere tonight. Here's all the proof:
These 2 Outfit Details Dominated the Emmys Red Carpet (& They Brought Major Drama)
10s across the board
Published Sep 15, 2025
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Gayle King is no stranger to the red carpet, and she stunned in a bright orange gown. But the detail I zoomed in on was her pleated cape sleeves that offered a wing-like look to her ensemble.
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Comedy writer Ariel Dumas showed us the right way to have fun with cape sleeves. The pleated peach number paired well with her peach-toned makeup—she's nominated tonight for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
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The Studio star Keyla Monterroso Mejia looked gorge in a ruby red gown with her own stylish sheer cape sleeves. The Apple TV+ series is nominated for five awards, including Outstanding Comedy Series.
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Severance actress Sarah Bock (aka Miss Huang) also brought the sleeve drama in a baby blue gown that paired beautifully with her gemstone heels and drop earrings.
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Haute hips ahead! Paradise actress Krys Marshall accentuated hers with a horn-like embellishment in Sebastian Gunawan and it's giving "Greek god fashion" as one fan puts it. The sculpted hips and wrapped design make this look worthy of the best-dressed list, IMO.
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The Studio star Chase Sui Wonders was a *wonder* in Thom Brown. The structured bodice and pronounced hips are a match made in fashion heaven.
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The Pitt star Isa Briones ditched her scrubs for a lime green corset gown and the unique shape was a nice addition to the red carpet.
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Last but not least, my favorite look of the night takes the crown for the best sculpted gown. White Lotus star Lisa channeled her inner Glinda in a pink Lever Couture design that truly wowed.
