Why Viola Davis Is Queen of the Red Carpet

Check out the How to Get Away With Murder star's best looks

By Alanah Joseph Sep 14, 2017 11:04 AMTags
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Viola Davis' style is brilliant in its simplicity. Not in a little-to-no-effort way, but simple as in there is a clear focus.

Based on her best looks over the years, it's clear that the How to Get Away With Murder star pays attention to silhouettes, necklines, hues and fabrics. She isn't trying to go viral on the carpet. She's just trying to find and wear the most flattering, high quality gown for her figure, and she nails it every time. 

If you're looking for something to wear to a wedding or upscale event, Viola's fashion is the perfect inspiration. She's classic, meaning you can look at an outfit she wore in 2012 and wear something similar tomorrow. She's also the master of what's flattering: cinched waistlines, necklines that accentuate her toned shoulders and décolletage and colors that complement her complexion. You can learn a lot from this star's wardrobe.

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Best Dressed Stars Ever at the Emmys

This is why Viola wins the carpet. When the red carpet and award show are over, her outfit is certainly noteworthy, yet it never outshines why she's there. We end up talking about her amazing speech or the scene we couldn't forget. And, for an actress, that's truly the goal.

Take a look at the actress' best looks below! 

Lovely in Lime

In Louis Vuitton at the 2021 SAG Awards.

Bold & Beautiful

In Duro Olowu at the 2021 NAACP Image Awards. 

Black and White

In Alberta Ferretti at the 2019 Emmys.

Pretty in Pink

In Michael Kors at the 2018 Oscars.

Pantsuit Perfection

In Brandon Maxwell at Vanity Fair's 2017 Oscars party.

Cold-Shoulder Queen

In Armani Privé at the 2017 Oscars.

Brilliant in Blue

In Jenny Packham at the 2017 British Academy Film Awards.

Stunning in Silk

In Vivienne Westwood at the 2017 SAG Awards.

Bright and Beautiful

In Michael Kors at the 2017 Golden Globes

Winter White

In Christian Siriano at her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in 2017.

Pops of Pink

In Cinq a Sept at a Fences screening in 2016.

Bluetifully Elegant

In Michael Kors at the 2016 Critics' Choice Awards.

Simply Stunning

In Max Mara at the 2015 SAG Awards.

Slay Viola, Slay

In Marchesa at the 2016 Golden Globes.

Angelic

In Carmen Marc Valvo at the 2015 Emmys.

Queen of the Night

In Zac Posen at the 2015 Oscars.

You Better Werk!

In Max Mara at the 2015 Oscars.

Scarlet Lady

In Donna Karan Atelier at the 2015 Golden Globes.

Tickled Pink

In Escada at the 2015 People's Choice Awards.

She Blue Us Away

In Escada at the 2014 Emmys.

What a Gem!

In Escada at the 2015 Oscars.

Goddess Divine

In Monique Lhuillier at the 2013 SAG Awards.

It's the Simple Things

In Max Mara at the 2012 International Night Of Stars.

Ever So Emerald

In Vera Wang at the 2012 Oscars.

Red Carpet Royalty

In Marchesa at the 2012 SAG Awards.

A Leg Up

In Emilio Pucci at the 2012 Golden Globes.

Golden Goddess

In Reem Acra at the 2009 Oscars.

All Smiles

In Max Azria at the 2009 Golden Globes.

We can't wait to see what this star is wearing to the Emmy's!

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