The Best 2024 Emmy Awards Beauty Looks Solidify Fall's Biggest Hair and Makeup Trends
Vampy lip stains and bouncy blowouts dominated the red carpet.
If it feels like you just watched the Emmy Awards—well, it’s because the last awards show just took place in January, due to the SAG-AFTRA strike. Now, we're back on schedule with the Sept. 15 ceremony held at the Peacock Theatre in downtown Los Angeles. But unlike the previous red carpet, which was defined by pretty pink lipstick and sleek hairstyles, the best 76th Emmy Awards looks are proving to be a lesson in fall 2024 beauty trends.
Vampy lipstick, red nail polish, and ‘90s blowouts were reinvented by the industry's most talented makeup artists, hairstylists, and nail pros. Brown lipstick typically associated with autumn picked up maroon undertones—looked to Laverne Cox for proof. Short and square natural nails replaced long acrylics, as demonstrated on Ella Purnell. And fresh, rich girl blonde seemed to dominate the hair color cycle.
To get the full breakdown on the best in beauty at the Emmy Awards—along with product breakdowns and tips straight from celebrity glam teams—read ahead.
Laverne Cox
The red carpet host wore a monochromatic makeup look, brightening up her vampy maroon lipstick with a hot pink eyeshadow and red blush—a huge fall 2024 makeup trend. “Pink is too soft—the red just gives that pinch of color as if the blood was drawn to your cheeks,” RMS founder Rose Marie Swift previously told Marie Claire.
Ilona Maher
A classic red-blue gets a cherry twist on the Olympic athlete. That’s not all—she also embraced a subtle smoky eye with a soft brown eyeshadow. “The espresso and latte makeup that was popular last season is getting elevated even more this fall,” makeup artist Dani Parkes previously shared.
Ella Purnell
The Fallout actress didn’t just arrive with a gorgeous vampy lip (which is very similar to Cox’s, I might add), she also arrived at the Emmys with a jet-black manicure. The deep hue was seen all over the Spring 2025 runways, appearing at Christian Cowan, Luar, and Susan Alexandra.
Padma Lakshmi
“Put down the curling iron and whip out the velcro and hot rollers to add volume and bounce,” hairstylist Marc Mena shared. It appears Lakshmi followed his advice with this red carpet blowout, which is impressively shiny, I might add.
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Selena Gomez
“We were inspired by her Ralph Lauren Gown, and our vibe for the night was effortless elegance and high shine,” hairstylist Marissa Marino said in a press release shared with Marie Claire. If you want to recreate Gomez’s sleek, straight style, you’ll need FEKKAI Brilliant Gloss Glass Hair Anti-Frizz Oil Serum on standby.
Carrie Coon
Coon's makeup may have been minimal, but she deserves a spot on our list for her glass-like skin. “Carrie has skin that is on the drier side, especially because she’s been working non-stop and is flying to Los Angeles,” explains makeup artist Rebecca Restrepo. To achieve a red carpet glow, she used G.M. Collin Aqua Masque. "Infused with essential minerals, the Aqua Masque features a refreshing gel texture that provides immediate and long-lasting hydration to parched skin, strengthening the skin barrier as it visibly smooths and restores skin’s suppleness." Sold.
Jennifer Aniston
Jennifer Aniston always looks great on a red carpet, but this might be one of her best looks. (See: her naked Oscar de la Renta dress and her toned blonde hair.) Her skin is glowing—and rightfully so. It was prepped with a $345 moisturizer.
Sofia Vergara
Sofia Vergara brought a bombshell blowout and doe-like eyes to the 2024 Emmys red carpet. These lashes aren't natural. Makeup artist Sabrina Bedrani used KISS Lash Couture Naked Drama in Taffeta on the outer corners of the eye to create a feline effect.
Ayo Edebiri
Ayo Edebiri's dress came from an influential artist. Her hair was just as referential. "The inspiration was a modern take on '70’s brushed-out, soft, textured waves," hairstylist Miles Jefferies shares with Marie Claire. "To get the look, I used the Covet & Mane Coveted Tape-in extensions for added volume in color London. When adding hair of any kind, I’m always looking at the shape and balance."
Ayo's makeup doubled down on the high-shine finishes we saw all over the red carpet. "I wanted to replicate the dress's shine on the skin and lips," Charlotte Tilbury makeup artist Ernesto Casillas shares. "I was inspired to take the black in the print and translate it on to the eyes with a small, flicked eyeliner. The eyes are the focus of the look with the glowing complexion as the backdrop.”
Samantha Holender is the Beauty Editor at Marie Claire, where she reports on the best new launches, dives into the science behind skincare, and shares the breakdown on the latest and greatest trends in the beauty space. She's studied up on every ingredient you'll find on INCI list and is constantly in search of the world's glowiest makeup products. She's constantly tracking the biggest nail and hair trends to pop up in the beauty space, going backstage during fashion weeks, tracking celebrity looks, and constantly talking to celebrity hair stylists, nail artists, and makeup artists. Prior to joining the team, she worked as Us Weekly’s Beauty and Style Editor, where she stayed on the pulse of pop culture and broke down celebrity beauty routines, hair transformations, and red carpet looks. Her words have also appeared on Popsugar, Makeup.com, Skincare.com, Delish.com, and Philadelphia Wedding. Samantha also serves as a board member for the American Society of Magazine Editors (ASME). She first joined the organization in 2018, when she worked as an editorial intern at Food Network Magazine and Pioneer Woman Magazine. Samantha has a degree in Journalism and Mass Communications from The George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs. While at GWU, she was a founding member of the school’s HerCampus chapter and served as its President for four years. When she’s not deep in the beauty closet or swatching eyeshadows, you can find her obsessing over Real Housewives and all things Bravo. Keep up with her on Instagram @samholender.
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