From Hayley Atwell to Emma Stone: Best Red Carpet Collared Dresses

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While the collared dress is a beloved staple for daily wear, it has also become a popular choice for red carpet events.

From left to right: Brit Marling, Emma Stone, Hayley Atwell, Jena Malone, and Rosamund Pike, all shining in elegant collared dresses on the red carpetFrom left to right: Brit Marling, Emma Stone, Hayley Atwell, Jena Malone, and Rosamund Pike, all shining in elegant collared dresses on the red carpet (Credit: WENN)

We’ve curated a selection of our top 5 favorite red carpet looks featuring this highly sought-after dress style.

1. Hayley Atwell in Jasper Conran

You don’t need to wear heavily embellished and sparkly dresses to gain attention at red carpet events. Sometimes, simple silhouettes and clean monochromatic palettes are just as effective.

Hayley Atwell stuns in a collared Jasper Conran gown at the 2013 Moet British Independent Film Awards in LondonHayley Atwell stuns in a collared Jasper Conran gown at the 2013 Moet British Independent Film Awards in London on December 8, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

Hayley Atwell’s dress at the Moet British Independent Film Awards is a perfect example. The 31-year-old British actress wore a stunning collared Jasper Conran gown. The contrast of the white collar against the black floor-length gown added an interesting touch to her elegant look.

2. Jena Malone in Valentino

Jena Malone, who played Johanna Mason in the latest installment of ‘The Hunger Games’ series, wore a bicolored Valentino dress at the movie’s New York screening.

Jena Malone stuns in a sophisticated bicolored Valentino dress, with her bold winged eyeliner and soft pink lips complementing her chic side-swept hairstyleJena Malone stuns in a sophisticated bicolored Valentino dress, with her bold winged eyeliner and soft pink lips complementing her chic side-swept hairstyle (Credit: WENN)

The actress’s look was successful, from her sophisticated coif to her Casadei Mohawk gray pumps. The addition of the collar gave this dress a sweet old-school appeal.

Jena Malone shines in a bicolored Valentino dress at 'The Hunger Games: Catching Fire' screening in New YorkJena Malone shines in a bicolored Valentino dress at ‘The Hunger Games: Catching Fire’ screening in New York on November 20, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

3. Emma Stone in Valentino

Emma Stone dazzles in a pink Valentino dress at ELLE's Women in Hollywood Celebration in CaliforniaEmma Stone dazzles in a pink Valentino dress at ELLE’s Women in Hollywood Celebration in California on October 15, 2012 (Credit: WENN)

Emma Stone was among the first to try the collared dress trend on the red carpet (or, in this case, the gray rug).

Emma Stone's accessories perfectly complement her pink collared Valentino dress, featuring a stunning black clutch adorned with sparkling details and a delicate ring on her manicured handEmma Stone’s accessories perfectly complement her pink collared Valentino dress, featuring a stunning black clutch adorned with sparkling details and a delicate ring on her manicured hand (Credit: WENN)

She was a vision in a pink Valentino dress that she paired with houndstooth-printed Salvatore Ferragamo shoes and a black clutch.

Emma Stone's look is completed with striking houndstooth-printed Salvatore Ferragamo shoesEmma Stone’s look is completed with striking houndstooth-printed Salvatore Ferragamo shoes (Credit: WENN)

4. Rosamund Pike in Victoria Beckham

It’s not all vintage glamor for collared dresses. There are also modern takes on it. One chic example is Rosamund Pike’s Victoria Beckham dress at the world premiere of ‘The World’s End.’ The dress embodies what they say about contrasting elements.

Rosamund Pike looks chic in a Victoria Beckham dress at 'The World's End' premiere in LondonRosamund Pike looks chic in a Victoria Beckham dress at ‘The World’s End’ premiere in London on October 6, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

The demure silhouette was made more modern with its see-through details. The actress wore it with Elie Saab T-strap sandals.

5. Brit Marling in Valentino

There’s another Valentino collared dress fan here. Brit Marling chose this beautifully embroidered overlay dress from the said fashion house. A dress like this doesn’t even need too much accessorizing.

Brit Marling is elegant in a Valentino embroidered dress at the 2013 Film Independent Spirit Awards in CaliforniaBrit Marling was elegant in a Valentino embroidered dress at the 2013 Film Independent Spirit Awards in California on February 23, 2013 (Credit: WENN)

Brit chose a pared-down look, wearing only a chignon for her hair and printed pumps for her footwear.