Best Red Carpet Fashion at the Critics’ Choice Awards 2023

From Anya Taylor-Joy to Elle Fanning, take a look at the best dressed celebrities at the 28th annual Critics’ Choice Awards in Los Angeles.

Critics’ Choice Awards 2023

Continuing the Hollywood Awards season, the Critics Choice Awards were held this week at the Fairmont Century Plaza in Los Angeles, where the best in film and television were once again celebrated.

The event, hosted by Chelsea Handler, was attended by a large number of celebrities. Michelle Pfeiffer took the stage to present Jeff Bridges with the Lifetime Achievement Award, and Kate Hudson presented the SeeHer Award to Janelle Monáe. In addition, “Everything Everywhere All at Once” took home the award for Best Motion Picture, while “Abbott Elementary” and “Better Call Saul” won the award for Best Comedy and Drama Television Series.

The red carpet respectively was filled with bold looks, which included metallics and sequins, sleek cutouts and sheer silhouettes. Unlike the red carpet like the Golden Globes, attendees at this award opted to wear more relaxed and playful looks. And of course, some stars stood out more than others. Elle Fanning wore a cream dress from Alexander McQueen’s Spring/Summer 2023 runway show, while the men of the evening embraced a variety of hues, from Andrew Garfield’s camel-colored Zegna suit to Henry Golding’s teal suit.

Here are the 6 best dresses of the night.

Elle Fanning

‘The Great’ star Elle Fanning clearly isn’t tired of wearing a corset — or of making it look thoroughly chic. The actress chose a cream bustier gown with plenty of structure and cut-out detail from Alexander McQueen’s most recent collection. She paired it with jewels by Irene Neuwirth, including the designer’s one-of-a-kind Golden Blossom Sunflower earrings, and Christian Louboutin’s gold So Kate pumps.

Elle Fanning

Henry Golding

The Critics Choice Awards presenter, Henry Golding opted for the go-to fabric he favours on many red carpets, velvet, in this case a deep emerald green Boss tuxedo, paired with a black turtleneck.

Henry Golding

Madelyn Cline

Madelyn Cline brought the drama in a fully feathered gown by Givenchy.

Madelyn Cline

Aubrey Plaza

Aubrey Plaza’s custom Louis Vuitton gown was fully embellished with burgundy sequins and crafted with a high slit. The buzzy ‘White Lotus’ actress paired the gown with Louis Vuitton platform sandals and jewels by Pomellato.

Aubrey Plaza

Kate Hudson

Kate Hudson glimmered on the red carpet in a diaphanous silver tulle gown embellished with beading and floral appliques by Oscar de la Renta. Hudson paired the look with high-jewellery diamonds by Bulgari and Christian Louboutin’s Marchavekel knotted peep-toe sandal.

Kate Hudson

Anya Taylor-Joy

Anya Taylor-Joy chose an ankle-skimming but voluminous gown by Dior that was completely sheer and featured delicate embroidery, adding a dramatic updo to the Fifties-inspired ensemble.

Anya Taylor-Joy