By Megan Riedlinger
5:36am PST, Jan 17, 2023
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Now that the 2023 Critics Choice Awards have been handed out, it's time to weigh in on the fashion! Wonderwall.com is rounding up the best and worst dressed stars of the night following the Jan. 15 event in Los Angeles, starting with this misstep…
We were ready for Anya Taylor-Joy to wow us on Critics Choice night, but instead, she disappointed us in this Christian Dior design. Though it started out strong — those delicate spaghetti straps and subtle sparkly embellishments stunned — it lost us with that entirely sheer midi-length skirt. Next up? A look at her eye-catching jewels…
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Anya Taylor-Joy sported an elegant updo and added some dazzling diamonds from Tiffany & Co jewelry, but it couldn't make up for that Christian Dior dress.
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Kerry Washington was a welcome breath of fresh air in this standout Armani Privé design. The strapless silver sequined dress included a sweetheart neckline and fun hot pink and electric blue embellishments. Bulgari jewels rounded out this memorable fashion moment.
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Elle Fanning brought the drama in this structural Alexander Wang creation. From the sweetheart neckline to the glam ivory shade and that truly unique skirt that included ruffles and tiers in a totally fresh way, this look turned heads on the red carpet. It helped show off her pointy-toe metallic pumps, and things were elevated even further by her jewelry selection…
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Elle Fanning added statement earrings to her already standout Alexander Wang gown — these dazzling pieces from Irene Neuwirth.
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Fashionista Julia Garner often takes risks on the red carpet, so we weren't surprised by this funky Ferragamo outfit. Unfortunately, this time it didn't pay off. The top half of the Ferragamo design was completely see-through so she rocked a Skims bra underneath, and paired with a high-low hemline, it combined two trends we'd like to see less of in 2023. Despite not liking the dress, we loved her matching red Stuart Weitzman heels and the jewelry she rocked with the look…
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Julia Roberts wore this stunning Schiaparelli number, which featured beautiful gold and silver embellishments in a starburst design. The beauty also wisely rocked her red hair down in glamorous waves and went with minimal jewelry.
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Nope. Though we appreciated the pretty blue hue of Claire Foy's Prada dress, after that, everything went south. The ivory stripe at the neckline and hemline felt abrupt and odd, and paired with a floral print in muted shades of yellow and green, turned this one into a quick miss. One element we loved, however? Her earrings, which we'll get a better view of next…
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Claire Foy wore these stunning earrings by Messika jewelry that added a little dazzle to her Critics Choice Awards look. Unfortunately, they couldn't make up for that Prada pick.
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One of the best dressed stars of the evening had to be Angela Bassett, who arrived in this stunning black velvet Christian Siriano masterpiece. From the strapless neckline to the peplum detail and dreamy tiered ruffled skirt with a train, we loved every centimeter of this glam confection. Although we adored the dress, we would have improved upon the styling…
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Angela Bassett's Messika jewelry didn't live up to her gorgeous Christian Siriano gown.
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Aubrey Plaza rocked this fun frock — a custom Louis Vuitton creation that included spaghetti straps, a pop of color with a yellow and crimson border on the neckline and all-over shimmer with a thigh-high slit. Next up? A look at her jewels…
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Aubrey Plaza accessorized with Pomellato jewelry, but she didn't need to thanks to the shimmer on her Louis Vuitton dress.
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We've been loving Kaley Cuoco's chic maternity style, and this Christian Dior gown was no exception. She showed off her bump in this sleek luxurious velvet number, which looked even more stunning from the front…
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Adore! The neckline of Kaley Cuoco's Christian Dior frock included a cool braided cutout that took this from basic black dress to standout selection.
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High-low hemlines are usually a great way to find yourself on the miss list, so Marcia Gay Harden's One/Of dress didn't stand a chance. The star rocked what appeared to be a minidress from the front, complete with long sleeves in a bold green and black print — but she lost us with the wispy tulle floor-length skirt that flowed from the back.
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Tan dress shirt chic? Cate Blanchett surprised in this slinky long-sleeved Max Mara selection, which started out with a collared, unbuttoned casual vibe before flowing into a cascading pleated skirt. We loved this unexpected twist on a red carpet gown, and the easy-breezy styling on the movie star.
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Yawn! Michelle Williams arrived in this custom Louis Vuitton design that left us scratching our heads and wondering, Why did this basic design need to be custom? We've seen a hundred one-shouldered gowns pass down the red carpet, and this snoozy pick left a lot to be desired. Her jewelry choice made things even worse…
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Michelle Williams added even more gold — this clunky Tiffany and Co. necklace — which felt too busy for her shiny frock.
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Viola Davis rocked this dazzling chocolate brown sequined confection from Valentino on Critics Choice night. This custom frock included a cape detail and a sleek cutout at the neckline, giving a seriously regal feel.
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The "it" girl of award season, Jennifer Coolidge, once again tapped Dolce & Gabbana for a custom ensemble. Sadly, this black frock was so simple that it was boring, and the added gloves certainly didn't do the star any favors.
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Madelyn Cline brought some old school Hollywood glam to the Critics Choice Awards in this black feathered Givenchy design. We loved the spaghetti straps and straight neckline and the way she paired it with bold waves.
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Daisy Edgar-Jones either slays the red carpet or lands herself a top spot on the miss list — there's no in between. This look was sadly the latter, thanks to this sparkly black Gucci mess. From the sloppy neckline and billowy sleeves to the cutouts at the waist and up the thigh, this one felt like an afterthought that certainly wasn't worthy of a big Hollywood event. We did, however, appreciate the simple jewels she added…
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Daisy Edgar-Jones wisely added Bulgari drop diamond earrings to her shiny Gucci gown.
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If you want to see cutouts done right, look no further than Amanda Seyfried's golden Christian Dior pick. From the rich shiny fabric to the off-the-shoulder silhouette, we loved this edgy yet classically-inspired confection. And her jewelry was equally eye-catching…
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Amanda Seyfried paired her dark gold Christian Dior design with Cartier jewels that included diamonds and beautiful blue stones, topping things off with a bold red lip.
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Quinta Brunson brought some serious drama in a Robert Wun confection. We weren't wild about the simple gray fabric in the center, but the way it was trimmed with perfectly ruffled black tulle made this one feel like a work of art.
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This red carpet was filled with custom Louis Vuitton, and Phoebe Dynevor was the next star sporting a unique look from the fashion house. We liked her ivory sleeveless gown, complete with a plunging neckline, and the small pops of pastel on the skirt.
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Lily James landed herself firmly on the miss list with this semi-sheer disaster from Oscar de la Renta. The strapless frock's sweet bow detail and flared tulle skirt endeared us, but the sheer element paired with the striping got two thumbs down.
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We always appreciate Michelle Yeoh's dedication to uncommon silhouettes, but this Carolina Herrera design lost us. We weren't crazy about the black and hot pink color combo, though we did appreciate those fluttery sleeves.
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The red carpet was missing flowers, and Monica Barbaro served up a pretty burst of florals in this Del Core dress. The one-shouldered confection included a fitted silhouette and a skirt that included a tiny train.
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We really appreciate the fashion risk taking on "The Bear" star Ayo Edebiri's behalf, but her unorthodox Thom Browne getup missed the mark. The tuxedo-inspired look started out strong — we loved the cropped tuxedo jacket that gave way to the train behind her — but the addition of a corset paired with a miniskirt and knee-high stockings are where things went wrong in our book.
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Keltie Knight wore the perfect frock for the star-studded occasion — this spaghetti strapped vintage James Galanos selection. We loved the fun star embellished bodice that gave way to a skirt dotted with more tiny stars to adhere to the celestial theme.
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Melanie Zanetti presented us with quite the puzzling gown from Markarian on Critics Choice night. Though it was a sweet floral print, the silhouette is where things went awry — with a sweetheart neckline and ruffled hemline that went slightly higher in the front, the inclusion of an epically massive and dramatic train felt like an odd edition. Overall, this dress was just trying to do too much, and landed among the misses of the night.
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In order to appreciate Sadie Sink's Chanel frock fully, you've got to take a better look at the details. Upon first glance it looked like another simple LBD, but let's check out the detailing on that neckline…
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Sadie Sink's strapless Chanel selection featured an exquisite neckline with braided metallic embellishments. She wisely opted to go without a necklace, keeping the focus on that pretty feature of her frock.
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"Yellowstone" star Kelsey Asbille opted for a dark theme at the Critics' Choice Awards on Jan. 15, sporting this slinky Saint Laurent gown with a fitted silhouette. And she didn't stop with simply selecting a black frock…
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Kelsey Asbille sported a dramatic dark lip with her black Saint Laurent gown and added drop earrings from Norman Silverman jewelry for a dash of sparkle.
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Judy Greer embraced a style we've seen a lot of lately — rocking a ruffled layer in a contrasting shade. Despite being trendy, we didn't love this particular black and cheery yellow bumblebee-esque color combo from Greta Constantine, and were bummed that it placed this beloved actress on the miss list.
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Zoe Kazan brought a dash of Rodarte to the red carpet in this sweet black and white design. We loved the delicate black lace at the neckline and short sleeves, and the way it complemented the belt-like embellishments. The ruffled hemline that gave a glimpse of her pointy-toe black pumps cemented this look as a hit.
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Sarah Hyland's Stella McCartney gown was pretty forgettable on Critics Choice night, despite that edge cutout at the waist. The fitted black design included a halter-style neckline, as well, and might have been better in a more standout shade.
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Abby Elliott continued to rock chic maternity ensembles this award season, this time opting for a pale blue St. John. We loved the high-neck and long-sleeved detail… and the way she paired it wiht matching pointy-toe velvety pumps.
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Patricia Arquette served up Grecian goddess vibes in this seafoam green Valentino design. And while we loved the shade and the exquisite draping on the dramatic gown, we weren't wild about the styling…
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Patricia Arquette's pretty Valentino gown was marred by the addition of this truly chunky and clunky gold necklace and drop gemstone earrings.
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We love a unique neckline, and that's exactly what Niecy Nash-Betts served up in this custom Jason Wu. The cape-like detail that trailed behind her was another fresh element we loved, as was that pale yellow shade.
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Anna Sawai served up a unique silhouette with this Acne Studios design. And though we loved the sleeveless frock's fitted bodice and structural skirt, we wish we could see it in a more lively color than this rusty brown shade.
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Chelsea Handler brought a cheery pop of color to the Critics Choice Awards in this one-shouldered orange Maticevski confection. We loved the asymmetrical neckline and ruching, and the way the frock featured a tiny train that trailed behind her on the red carpet.
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Britt Lower put a fun twist on the pantsuit with this Harithand ivory ensemble. The coat included a sweet cape detail and paired perfectly with the wide-legged trousers in the same light shade, and she sweetened the deal with the perfect jewelry selection…
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Britt Lower added pearl earrings from Delfina Delettrez to continue the chic ivory theme.
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Sheryl Lee Ralph looked statuesque in this custom gold Jovana Louis confection. We loved the strapless neckline paired with that fun accent at the top, and the way that fabric simultaneously provided a shimmer and crinkly visual effect.
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Jenny Slate always manages to surprise on the red carpet, and this metallic striped Olivier Theyskens number was no different. We liked the unique silhouette comprised of a high neck, long sleeves and a pleated train, providing a standout moment that night.
