The 2016 Elle Women in TV event garnered widespread attention for its celebration of diversity, featuring a dynamic range of women on its covers. From Taraji P. Henson to Viola Davis, the magazine spotlighted an array of inspiring women who made significant strides in the industry last year.
The event was a star-studded affair, attracting television’s most prominent figures. Below are some of the attendees who dazzled in the best dresses of the day:
1. Nina Dobrev in Black and White Lace Gown
The former Vampire Diaries actress glowed in her Antonio Berardi Resort 2016 gown, which was two-tone, sleeveless, and covered in appliqués.
Nina Dobrev donned a sleeveless Antonio Berardi Resort 2016 lace gown in black and white with intricate flower detailing and an above-the-knee slit for the ELLE’s 6th Annual Women in Television Dinner (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
Nina also brought her A-game when it came to accessorizing, selecting a Rauwolf Ikat emerald gem clutch, Tamara Mellon silver Addiction metallic leather pumps, Hearts on Fire “Aerial” diamond ear vine earrings, and a Hearts on Fire “Illa” right-hand ring.
Nina Dobrev’s hairstyle featured layered tresses at the ELLE’s Women In Television Celebration presented by Hearts on Fire Diamonds and Olay held at the Sunset Tower Hotel in California on January 20, 2016 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
2. Olivia Wilde in Pop Art Dress
Olivia Wilde opted for a printed calf-length dress from Marc Jacob’s Spring 2016 collection (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
The 31-year-old stayed true to her edgy aesthetic in this pop art dress from the Marc Jacobs Spring 2016 collection.
She partnered the number with a pair of KG by Kurt Geiger “Dixie” platform heels and a black clutch and opted for smokey eye makeup and a shimmery lip.
Olivia Wilde accessorized her look with Jennifer Meyer jewels at the ELLE’s Women In Television Celebration presented by Hearts on Fire Diamonds and Olay held at the Sunset Tower Hotel in California on January 20, 2016 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
3. Kirsten Dunst in Broderie Anglaise Midi Dress
Kirsten Dunst in a sleeveless gray lace embroidered dress with a sheer underlay from Marc Jacobs’ Resort 2016 collection, cinched at the waist with a skinny leather belt (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
The Fargo actress looked romantic in her Marc Jacobs Resort 2016 broderie anglaise midi dress.
Kirsten paired the dress with a pair of Olgana Paris “La Sensuelle” leather pleat satin sandals and a crystal necklace and earrings set.
Kirsten Dunst accessorized with statement jewelry at the ELLE’s Women In Television Celebration presented by Hearts on Fire Diamonds and Olay held at the Sunset Tower Hotel in California on January 20, 2016 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
4. Jordana Brewster in Red-Orange Fitted Dress
The 35-year-old showed off her figure in a colorblock dress from Victoria Beckham. We love how she just let the colors shine and kept everything else simple.
Jordana Brewster in a red-orange fitted dress from Victoria Beckham featuring a black and cobalt blue color-block panel with leather straps and a zipper back at the ELLE’s Women In Television Celebration presented by Hearts on Fire Diamonds and Olay held at the Sunset Tower Hotel in California on January 20, 2016 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
5. Sarah Hyland in Vintage-Style Cream Lace Gown
The Modern Family actress loves spring-esque looks. Again, she chose that exact aesthetic in this Zimmermann Spring 2016 lace dress.
Sarah paired the dress with several neutral-toned accessories — from her Giuseppe Zanotti “Harmony” sandals to her minimal jewelry.
Sarah Hyland added a contemporary twist to a vintage-style cream lace gown featuring flesh-baring cut-outs at the ELLE’s Women In Television Celebration presented by Hearts on Fire Diamonds and Olay held at the Sunset Tower Hotel in California on January 20, 2016 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
6. Abigail Spencer in Sweetheart Neckline LBD
The 34-year-old draped a glittery jacket over her sweetheart neckline LBD. Black pumps, smokey eyes, and messy hair completed her look.
Abigail Spencer in a black dress with matching pumps at the ELLE’s Women In Television Celebration presented by Hearts on Fire Diamonds and Olay held at the Sunset Tower Hotel in California on January 20, 2016 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
What did you think of these dresses? Which celebrity was best dressed for you?