Selena Gomez and Issa Rae Got the Red Memo at the Critics' Choice Awards

Red was a popular choice at the 27th Critics' Choice Awards [1], as celebrities fully embraced adrenaline dressing and opted for the fiery hue to instantly get noticed. Indeed, these stars put the "red" in red carpet tonight, doing so in unique, attention-grabbing ways. Selena Gomez [2]'s Louis Vuitton cape gown [3] made a regal entrance, while Kathryn Newton's plunging-neckline maxi would turn anyone's head. "Booksmart [4]" star Kaitlyn Dever [5] got the same memo, which translated to a chest-baring halter-neck dress with an alluring open back. Chrissy Metz [6]'s take involved a princess gown featuring an off-the-shoulder silhouette complete with a wide skirt that was embellished by a middle seam of embroidered flowers. Similarly, Issa Rae [7]'s Carolina Herrera ruffle gown showcased a pretty flower print and included flower details at the neck.

Scarlet was everywhere on the spring 2022 runways [8], so it's no wonder we're seeing more of it on our favorite celebrities. As tonight's attendees understood, the hue is so bold that a bright-red ensemble requires minimal accessories, yet Rae took things a step further with a matching red clutch — and it worked. Ahead, see the celebrities who chose the color of passion, and get inspiration to welcome it into your own wardrobe this spring.