Emmy season is upon us, and the celebration is in full swing! One of the most anticipated pre-Emmy events is Variety and Women in Film’s annual soirée at the chic Gracias Madre in West Hollywood. The event was a star-studded affair, and we’ve rounded up five of the most stunning looks that caught our eye.
1. Julianne Hough’s Zuhair Murad Dress: The Perfect Mix of Sexy and Sophisticated
Julianne Hough shines in a sequin-embellished Zuhair Murad mini dress with an open back at the Variety and Women in Film Pre-Emmy event on September 16, 2016 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
Julianne Hough wore a gorgeous Zuhair Murad dress that quickly won our hearts. The stunning creation featured all-over appliques and sequin embellishments, giving the dress a modern texture.
Julianne Hough’s exquisite ensemble boasted intricate appliques and sequin embellishments spread across its entirety, contributing to a contemporary and captivating textural composition (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
The mini dress also had an open back and a short hemline showing Julianne’s sexy, toned legs.

2. Lea Michele’s Plunging Neckline and Low Back Camilla and Marc Dress: A Showstopper
The “Scream Queens” star Lea Michele rocked a glamorous version of a slip dress that wowed the crowd.

Her Camilla and Marc silver dress had a plunging neckline and a super low back. Coupled with smoky eyes and long, wavy hair, Lea totally glammed up this cami dress look.

3. Padma Lakshmi’s Blush-Colored Velvet Dress: A Showstopper
At 46 years old, Padma Lakshmi is still making jaws drop.

The “Top Chef” host arrived in a blush-colored velvety dress that revealed major cleavage. She paired the sizzling dress with a Bottega Veneta clutch and ankle strap sandals.

4. Sarah Hyland’s Zigzag Pattern Dress: A Perfect Fit for Her Petite Frame
Sarah Hyland kept up with the evident sparkling dress theme of the night and rocked an Elisabetta Franchi mini dress styled with Atelier Swarovski rings and clutch.

We love the zigzag pattern of this dress, and the length is just super flattering on Sarah’s petite frame.

5. Amanda Peet’s Multi-Colored Floral Print Dress: A Flirty and Playful Finish
Fatal Attraction actress Amanda Peet is trying to hold on to the last days of summer with a floral print dress.

The multi-colored floral print and the dress’s layered hemline make a flirty and playful finish to this pretty dress. The actress finished the look with an updo and fresh makeup.
