Emmys 2025 Worst Dressed: Fashion Fails on the Red Carpet

Red carpets are where bold fashion wins and dramatic disaster hangovers both happen — and at the 2025 Emmys, some stars definitely slid into the disaster zone. Not every fashion risk paid off, and these looks had fans whispering (some in horror, some in pity) about “what not to wear.”

Here’s a round-up of the most talked-about misfires:

Fashion Fails That Stood Out

Abby Elliott

Her white gown had too many competing elements: a corseted bodice, oversized sleeves, and a mismatched train. Critics said the look “couldn’t decide what it wanted to be” and felt more bridal than Emmy-glam.

Halsey

Covered in shiny, snakeskin-like texture, the dress had a plunging neckline and knotted waist, but critics said the fit was off: too wide in some areas, padded shoulders looked odd. Glam idea, awkward execution. 

Fiona Dourif

A black Tom Ford dress with too many sheer panels and dramatic makeup. The silhouette had potential, but the overuse of cutouts and lack of cohesion turned it into a chaotic side show.

Timothy Simons

A suit with shorts? Bold move. But for an event like the Emmys, it leaned too casual. The outfit felt unfinished, especially with cuffed bottoms and boots that screamed “street but not chic.”

Lainey Wilson 

Crystal-embellished sheer pants plus a white cowboy hat? Maybe memorable, but some people felt the look was more costume than couture. The crystal pants and bodice combo didn’t quite flow with the aesthetic of the event.

Why These Didn’t Fly

Sometimes it’s not about the dress itself — it’s about balance. These stars went for drama, texture, or unusual cuts, and that’s cool. But red carpet events demand a certain choreography of pieces. Too many statements = visual overload. Ill-fitting clothes = awkward moments in every photo. And accessories? They can either make or break everything.