The raciest Emmy award red carpet looks of all time - including Sydney Sweeney and Jennifer Aniston

Jenna Ortega brought gothic glamour to the Emmy Awards red carpet in 2025 with a gem-encrusted look from Sarah Burton's Givenchy collection. The sheer top featured a collage of giant jewels and pearls hanging just above her torso. The Wednesday star paired the dramatic piece with a high-slit black skirt and platform heels.

The 23-year-old was clearly channelling the spooky 1990s classic Death Becomes Her (1992), recalling the iconic jewel-covered body chain worn by Isabella Rossellini. If there is ever a remake, Hollywood knows who to call.

Draped in a silky strapless dress, red was definitely Sydney Sweeney's colour at the 2025 Emmy Awards. The Housemaid actress is never one to shy away from a risqué outfit, and this gown was no exception. The custom Oscar de la Renta creation featured a plunging neckline paired with a matching sash draped over her forearms.

To add even more sparkle, Sydney wore diamond earrings, diamond rings, and a statement necklace with a striking central stone. Dazzling on the red carpet, the 28-year-old wore 175 carats worth of diamonds courtesy of Lorraine Schwartz Jewelry.

Making a memorable appearance at the 2016 Emmy Awards, Priyanka Chopra was another Hollywood star to grace the carpet with a touch of risqué red. She wore an elegant, red chiffon, one-shoulder Jason Wu gown. To keep her look chic, the 44-year-old opted for a sleek ponytail, with matching red lips giving her outfit a classic touch.

If anyone deserves the title of green goddess, it is Zendaya. At the 2019 Emmy Awards, the Euphoria actress brought a touch of seductive Poison Ivy glamour to the red carpet.

She wore an asymmetrical, one-shoulder silk gown by Vera Wang. The top featured corset detailing with a high-thigh slit that accentuated her slim figure, before cascading into a sweeping drape at the waist. Inspired by the comic book villain Poison Ivy, Zendaya completed the look with tumbling wavy hair and smoky eyes, executing the style to perfection.

Throwing it back Y2K style, Jennifer Aniston went down in the history books with this Emmy look in 2003. The Friends actress wore a plunging navy blue Halston mini-dress, bringing a flirtatious vibe to the red carpet. With her long straight hair, simple black heels, and minimal jewellery, less was definitely more over 20 years ago. The 57-year-old's iconic early red carpet moments show just how much Emmy fashion has evolved over the years. Would this dress be considered too simplistic today?

Sofia Vergara was ahead of her time with one of 2026's trendiest colour palettes at the 2012 Emmy Awards. Wearing a glittering teal number, Sofia looked like a mermaid in the beaded gown designed by Zuhair Murad. The 54-year-old opted for a plunging neckline, with the criss-cross halter neck adding extra flair to the ensemble. Teal and turquoise are currently all the rage – proving once again that 2010s bold colour trends always return.

Pose actress Indya Moore went all-out risqué in a Louis Vuitton dress at the 2019 Emmy Awards. The cream silk corset top flowed into a daring thigh-high slit, pushing red carpet style boundaries. Her accessories were all about gold, with matching heels and a clutch creating a Greek goddess aesthetic. The 31-year-old kept her make-up fresh-faced, ensuring all eyes remained on the enviable designer gown.

The Mother of Dragons proved her status at the 2016 Emmy Awards by opting for the naked dress look. Emilia Clarke's nude, strapless gown by Atelier Versace was paired with a smoky eye to give the ensemble a sultry vibe. Looking closely, the Game of Thrones star's gown was covered in mini sequins, tapping into one of the biggest trends of that year's ceremony. The 39-year-old kept her hair slicked back to highlight the dress, while minimal jewellery completed the 'nude' aesthetic.

Gorgeous in gold, Laverne Cox wowed on the red carpet at the 2016 Emmy Awards. The sheer, beaded gown by Naeem Khan certainly turned heads for the Orange Is the New Black actress. The 54-year-old's look was strikingly similar to an all-gold ensemble worn by Beyoncé in 2005. Being compared to Queen Bey is the ultimate fashion compliment, so hats off to Laverne.

Gina Rodriguez took people's breath away at the 2017 Emmy Awards as she went all-out risqué. Her red Naeem Khan gown featured a plunging V-neckline and intricate beading that sparkled on the red carpet.

The 42-year-old's look was completed with matching diamond earrings and rings. When wearing a $9,000 dress, you may as well go all out. The Jane the Virgin star undoubtedly wore one of the best sheer dresses of all time.