Variety and Women in Film Pre-Emmy Party: The 5 Best Dressed Ladies

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It’s Emmy season once again, and parties are everywhere!

One of the hottest pre-Emmy events is Variety and Women in Film’s annual fête, held at Gracias Madre in West Hollywood.

Here are five of our favorite looks from the event:

1. Julianne Hough’s Zuhair Murad Dress: The Perfect Mix of Sexy and Sophisticated

Julianne Hough graced the occasion in a resplendent Zuhair Murad gown at Variety And Women in Film's Pre-Emmy CelebrationJulianne Hough graced the occasion in a resplendent Zuhair Murad gown at Variety And Women in Film’s Pre-Emmy Celebration in West Hollywood on September 16, 2016 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

Julianne Hough wore a gorgeous Zuhair Murad dress that quickly won our hearts. The stunning creation featured all-over appliques and sequin embellishments, giving the dress a modern texture.

Julianne Hough's exquisite ensemble boasted intricate appliques and sequin embellishments spread across its entirety, contributing to a contemporary and captivating textural compositionJulianne Hough’s exquisite ensemble boasted intricate appliques and sequin embellishments spread across its entirety, contributing to a contemporary and captivating textural composition (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

The mini dress also had an open back and a short hemline showing Julianne’s sexy, toned legs.

Julianne Hough was a vision of sophistication, donning a Zuhair Murad dress along with jewelry from Dana Rebecca Designs and Graziela GemsJulianne Hough was a vision of sophistication, donning a Zuhair Murad dress along with jewelry from Dana Rebecca Designs and Graziela Gems (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

2. Lea Michele’s Plunging Neckline and Low Back Camilla and Marc Dress: A Showstopper

The “Scream Queens” star Lea Michele rocked a glamorous version of a slip dress that wowed the crowd.

Lea Michele's ensemble was a masterpiece by Camilla and Marc, showcasing a silver dress that exuded sheer grace at Variety And Women in Film's Pre-Emmy CelebrationLea Michele’s ensemble was a masterpiece by Camilla and Marc, showcasing a silver dress that exuded sheer grace at Variety And Women in Film’s Pre-Emmy Celebration in West Hollywood on September 16, 2016 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

Her Camilla and Marc silver dress had a plunging neckline and a super low back. Coupled with smoky eyes and long, wavy hair, Lea totally glammed up this cami dress look.

Lea Michele's enchanting silver creation from Camilla and Marc showcased a daringly plunging neckline and an exquisitely low back that left a lasting impressionLea Michele’s enchanting silver creation from Camilla and Marc showcased a daringly plunging neckline and an exquisitely low back that left a lasting impression (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

3. Padma Lakshmi’s Blush-Colored Velvet Dress: A Showstopper

At 46 years old, Padma Lakshmi is still making jaws drop.

Padma Lakshmi in an exquisite blush-colored velvety gown that left onlookers in awe at Variety And Women in Film's Pre-Emmy CelebrationPadma Lakshmi in an exquisite blush-colored velvety gown that left onlookers in awe at Variety And Women in Film’s Pre-Emmy Celebration in West Hollywood on September 16, 2016 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

The “Top Chef” host arrived in a blush-colored velvety dress that revealed major cleavage. She paired the sizzling dress with a Bottega Veneta clutch and ankle strap sandals.

Carrying a Bottega Veneta clutch, Padma Lakshmi flaunted her boobs in a dress that flawlessly accentuated her figureCarrying a Bottega Veneta clutch, Padma Lakshmi flaunted her boobs in a dress that flawlessly accentuated her figure (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

4. Sarah Hyland’s Zigzag Pattern Dress: A Perfect Fit for Her Petite Frame

Sarah Hyland kept up with the evident sparkling dress theme of the night and rocked an Elisabetta Franchi mini dress styled with Atelier Swarovski rings and clutch.

Sarah Hyland donning an enchanting Elisabetta Franchi mini dress that effortlessly captivated attention at Variety And Women in Film's Pre-Emmy CelebrationSarah Hyland donning an enchanting Elisabetta Franchi mini dress that effortlessly captivated attention at Variety And Women in Film’s Pre-Emmy Celebration in West Hollywood on September 16, 2016 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

We love the zigzag pattern of this dress, and the length is just super flattering on Sarah’s petite frame.

Sarah Hyland's dress was beautifully enhanced with a zigzag pattern, adding a dynamic visual element to her ensembleSarah Hyland’s dress was beautifully enhanced with a zigzag pattern, adding a dynamic visual element to her ensemble (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

5. Amanda Peet’s Multi-Colored Floral Print Dress: A Flirty and Playful Finish

Fatal Attraction actress Amanda Peet is trying to hold on to the last days of summer with a floral print dress.

Amanda Peet's choice of fresh makeup further enhanced her natural beauty at Variety And Women in Film's Pre-Emmy CelebrationAmanda Peet’s choice of fresh makeup further enhanced her natural beauty at Variety And Women in Film’s Pre-Emmy Celebration in West Hollywood on September 16, 2016 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

The multi-colored floral print and the dress’s layered hemline make a flirty and playful finish to this pretty dress. The actress finished the look with an updo and fresh makeup.

Amanda Peet's dress boasts a vibrant and multi-colored floral pattern, which harmonizes beautifully with its layered hemline, creating a flirty and whimsical touch that adds a playful dimension to the ensembleAmanda Peet’s dress boasts a vibrant and multi-colored floral pattern, which harmonizes beautifully with its layered hemline, creating a flirty and whimsical touch that adds a playful dimension to the ensemble (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)