The Golden Globes gowns that left us in awe: from Kate Hudson to Margot Robbie

The ceremony was virtual, but the dresses were still fabulous

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Fiona Ward
Fiona WardContributing Writer
Updated: March 3, 2021
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Elle Fanning poses in a teal satin gown, one arm extended holding the fabric.© Gareth Gatrell

The 2021 Golden Globes are finally here, and the stars have not disappointed with their red carpet-worthy looks.

We say 'worthy', because most of the awards' nominees tuned into Sunday night's ceremony from home - due to the fact it was held virtually this year - but that doesn't mean the fashion standards slipped.

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Scroll down to see all the most standout looks from film and television's biggest stars - from Elle Fanning (above, in Gucci) to Kate Hudson and more...

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Margot Robbie at an awards event, wearing a black and white dress with a belt.

Margot Robbie

Margot Robbie's monochrome Chanel frock's cold shoulder sleeves, ruffled skirt and thigh split gave us glamorous summer vibes.

Kate Hudson smiling, leaning against a white wall, wearing a white dress.© @MattSayles

Kate Hudson 

The star looked beautiful in a white two-piece by Louis Vuitton, dressed by star stylist Sophie Lopez.

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Kate Hudson in a pink dress, smiling on a couch with patterned pillows.© Photo: Getty Images

She also appeared on Twitter's livestream of HFPA Presents: Globes Countdown Live, looking beautiful in a candy pink strapless dress. We got a glimpse of her Los Angeles home, too.

Kate Hudson smiling in a black and silver dress with a black belt.

For her final look, Kate opted for a Louis Vuitton black dress with a silver embellished bodice and off-the-shoulder sleeves.

Salma Hayek stands on a red carpet in a red gown at the Golden Globe Awards.

Salma Hayek

Salma Hayek looked sensational in her vibrant red Alexander McQueen gown, which featured a striking asymmetric neckline, wrap waist and flowing Grecian-style fabric. She paired it with eye-catching Harry Winston jewellery.

Viola Davis stands on a red carpet in a vibrant yellow and red patterned gown, smiling.© Viola Davis

Viola Davis

All hail Viola Davis! The actress' custom gown by Lavie by CK was made in traditional African fabric, accessorised with Pomellato jewellery.

Designer Claude Kameni wrote on Instagram: "@ViolaDavis in a custom #laviebyck gown. Thank you to her and her team for trusting us in designing and making this gown for her. Wow... Our first golden globes! What a way to end black history month."

Nicole Kidman reclines on a couch in a black dress with gold chains, looking confident.

Nicole Kidman

She may have celebrated the Golden Globes from the comfort of her own home, but Nicole Kidman still looked red carpet ready in her black and gold Louis Vuitton gown.

Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta-Jones at the Golden Globe Awards, standing on a red carpet.

Catherine Zeta-Jones

Catherine Zeta-Jones modelled a gorgeous Dolce & Gabbana dress. Although it came in a classic black colour, its thigh-split and asymmetric off-the-shoulder neckline added a modern twist. She finished off her look with rose gold earrings and a 5.73-carat princess-cut diamond ring by Chopard.

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Renée Zellweger in a black strapless gown holding an award on a stage.

Renee Zellweger

Renee Zellwegger stepped out in a black fitted gown from Armani Prive, complete with a strapless sweetheart neckline.

Gal Gadot stands on stage holding an award, wearing a white dress and high heels.

Gal Gadot

Wearing custom Givenchy, Gal Gadot turned heads in her flowing white mini dress, adding a pop of colour with her red lips and some sparkle with her Tiffany diamond ring and earrings.

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Amanda Seyfried stands in a pink gown with floral shoulder details, posing elegantly.© Marcus Mam

Amanda Seyfried

Amanda Seyfried wowed in this stunning coral gown by Oscar De La Renta, teamed with glossy Hollywood waves and glowing porcelain skin.

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A woman in a silver gown with a lace bodice stands smiling, hands on hips.© Photo: Getty Images

Andra Day

Best Actress and Best Original Song nominee Andra Day was radiant in her Chanel gown and jewellery.

Julia Garner stands against a tiled wall in a black and white dress.© Hung Vanngo

Julia Garner

The Ozark actress looked stunning in her plunging Prada gown. The star was dressed by Elizabeth Saltzman, with flawless makeup by Hung Vanngo using Chanel Beauty.

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Cynthia Erivo at the Golden Globe Awards, wearing a bright green gown.© HFPA

Cynthia Erivo

The star turned heads on the red carpet in her neon Valentino dress, that's for sure! Cynthia was styled by Jason Bolden, adding Wempe earrings to finish her look.

Kristen Wiig stands on a red carpet in a green dress with silver accents and green bows.

Kristen Wiig

We're loving Kristen Wiig's pastel green mini dress! The Prada design featured a strapless neckline and statement bows, and she paired it with sparkly heels.

Man and woman standing together, both smiling. Man in dark suit, woman in pink dress.© Photo: Instagram

Isla Fisher

Isla and husband Sacha Baran Cohen (nominated for two awards) both opted for sharp silhouttes by Alex Perry.

Person with short blonde hair in a yellow tulle dress and black cardigan posing indoors.© Aimée Croysdill

Nicola Coughlan

Bridgerton's Nicola Coughlan embraced the volume in her frothy Molly Goddard ballgown - styled by Aimée Croysdill.

She added stunning diamond jewellery by De Beers, too. 

Kaley Cuoco stands in front of a house, wearing a silver gown with sparkling details.© Brad Goreski

Kaley Cuoco

Wearing an incredible Oscar De La Renta ballgown, Stuart Weitzman shoes and jewellery by Harry Winston, Kaley Cuoco was beaming in this snap from her home. Styled by Brad Goreski.

Tiffany Haddish at the Golden Globe Awards, wearing a strapless dress and holding a clutch.© HFPA

Tiffany Haddish

We're officially obsessed with Tiffany Haddish's Golden Globes glam! She chose an Alberta Ferretti dress, with a striking new short haircut.

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Sarah Hyland stands on a red carpet in front of the Beverly Hilton hotel.© Photo: Instagram

Sarah Hyland

Modern Family star Sarah looked beautiful in a red off-shoulder gown by Monique L'Hullier.

Jane Fonda in a white suit, holding a golden award, smiling on a red carpet.

Jane Fonda

Jane Fonda oozed elegance in her vintage Richard Tyler suit which came in a soft cream colour that perfectly complemented her gold jewellery – and her Golden Globe!

Angela Bassett stands in a hallway wearing a purple dress with feather details.© Jennifer Austin

Angela Bassett

Angela's Dolce & Gabbana leg split gown was a showstopper! She teamed it with jewellery by Dena Kemp and Graziela.

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A woman in a red layered dress and black boots poses against a black and white paneled wall.© Rosamund Pike

Rosamund Pike

Best Actress nominee Rosamund Pike also chose whimsical British designer Molly Goddard, teaming the tulle creation with chunky boots.

Gillian Anderson in a gold gown with a green shoulder piece, holding a black clutch.© Andreas Ortner

Gillian Anderson

The Crown star Gillian looked beautiful in her elegant Dior gown.

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