10 Best Emmy Looks

It's not whether you win or lose, but how you look on the red carpet. See a decade of fabulous fashion on TV's biggest night – then vote on the best of them all. By Melissa Liebling-Goldberg
By People Staff
August 16, 2006 03:00 PM

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2007: EVA LONGORIA PARKER

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The Desperate Housewives star sparkled in a glittering Kaufman Franco (who also designed her wedding reception dress!), Celestina clutch and loose curls.

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2006: KATHERINE HEIGL

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The Grey's Anatomy actress channeled the blonde bombshells of classic Hollywood in her second-skin Escada, accessorized with Jimmy Choo shoes and clutch.

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2005: HALLE BERRY

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Double-nominee Berry may have left the ceremony empty-handed, but she swept the red carpet in this stunning Ungaro gown and minimalist silver jewelry.

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2004: JENNIFER ANISTON

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A five-time nominee (and 2002 winner), this Friend looked radiant in a dazzling beaded Chanel column and Fred Leighton earrings.

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2003: SARAH JESSICA PARKER

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Known for her quirky fashion choices both on- and offscreen, the Sex and the City star lived up to her reputation in this over-the-top Chanel couture gown.

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2002: COURTENEY COX

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The Friends star looked ready to dance the night away at the post-show parties in this flapper-inspired Christian Dior chiffon dress and barely-there silver sandals.

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2001: JESSICA ALBA

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In keeping with the more somber tone of that year's post-9/11 ceremonies, the then-Dark Angel star wore an understated black sheath and matching coat by Richard Tyler.

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2000: DEBRA MESSING

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Talk about red-hot! The Will and Grace star celebrated her first nomination with a sizzling satin Vera Wang Gown and a megawatt smile.

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1999: SARAH MICHELLE GELLAR

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Slaying vampires must be great exercise. The Buffy star highlights her toned back in a plunging Vera Wang gown and an extra-long blonde ponytail.

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1998: CHRISTINA APPLEGATE

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She would have to wait until 2003 to win an Emmy (for her work on Friends), but Applegate had a fashion triumph in this embellished Badgley Mischka gown.

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