Dresses With Subtly Sheer Layers Are Trending on the Emmy Awards 2024 Red Carpet

Sheer styles have not gone out of fashion on the red carpet, but attendees of the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles put their own twist on the trend.

Here are some of the sheer styles on the 2024 Emmy Awards red carpet.

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Catherine O’Hara

Catherine O'Hara at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Catherine O’Hara at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

O’Hara walked the red carpet in a custom Oscar de la Renta gown. The silver-embellished, floor-length dress with a floral design featured long sleeves and a high neck. She paired the look with Christian Louboutin Sandaloo platform heels. The look was styled by Andrew Gelwicks.

Saoirse Ronan

Saoirse Ronan at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California
Saoirse Ronan at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Ronan wore a custom Louis Vuitton gown featuring a bandeau top connecting to a column skirt with flowing chiffon. She accessorized with Bulgari jewelry. The look was styled by Elizabeth Salzman.

Greta Lee

Greta Lee at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Greta Lee at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

“The Morning Show” Best Supporting Actress nominee wore a layered sheer dress dress made of gauzy white lace from Loewe. She accessorized with jewelry from Tiffany & Co. and strappy silver heels. The look was styled by Danielle Goldberg.

Maya Erskine

Maya Erskine at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Maya Erskine at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

The “Mr. & Mrs. Smith” star wore a floor-length peach-hued gown from Rodarte, featuring romantic embellishments and a sheer, lacy layer adorned with white daisies. The look was styled by Rebecca Grice.

Maya Rudolph

Maya Rudolph at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Maya Rudolph at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

The “SNL” alum walked the red carpet in a dusty rose floor-length dress by Chloé, featuring the brand’s signature romantic details with ruffled sleeves draped over the dress and a ruffle trim running down the center and at the bottom. She accessorized with yellow gold and diamond Bulgari Serpenti jewelry and light brown booties. The look was styled by Rebecca Grice.

Jean Smart

Jean Smart at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Jean Smart at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

The “Hacks” star wore a custom navy blue couture gown by Laura Basci, featuring a floor-length, strapless design with a sheer cape overlay. She accessorized with Rahaminov Diamonds jewelry, silver pointed-toe shoes and a clutch matching her dress’s hue.

Sabrina Elba

Sabrina Dhowre Elba at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Sabrina Dhowre Elba at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

Sabrina Elba subtly embraced the sheer trend in a color-blocked Mugler gown. The dress featured a sheer black layer attached at the hips, draping over the back of the white full-length gown. She finished the look with silver jewelry and strappy black heels. The look was styled by Kim Russell.

Melissa Peterman

Melissa Peterman at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Melissa Peterman at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

The comedian wore a high-neck gown by Staud with an airy organza overlay, a bow at the neck and a ruffle at the hem. She paired the gown with silver heels.

Anna Sitar

Anna Sitar at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Anna Sitar at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

The influencer wore a black floor-length halter dress by Galvan London, featuring sheer paneling on the upper bodice and a pearl bow clasp.

Devery Jacobs

Devery Jacobs at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
Devery Jacobs at the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards held at Peacock Theater on September 15, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.

The “Reservation Dogs” star and creator wore an outfit combining a classic white suit and white tulle flowing over the star’s trousers like a skirt. The look was styled by Christian Stroble.

Heather McMahen

Comedian Heather McMahan chose a sheer black Tadashi Shoji dress featuring a floor-length design with a central bodice twist and a slit extending into it. The gown has long sleeves, a V-neck and shimmers throughout. She completed the look with black strappy sandals, styled by Sonia Young.

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