There's Only 1 Word to Describe These Daring Critics' Choice Awards Looks: S-E-X-Y

The unspoken dress code for the Critics' Choice Awards is usually sophisticated, but with a wink; and the 2019 red carpet is proof of that. Hollywood stars show up in body-conscious cuts with high-fashion finishes, whether that means a sprinkling of sequins or a neckline of feathers. In our eyes, there's only one word to describe bold outfits like that: S-E-X-Y. Scroll to see who flaunted their daring ensemble with the utmost confidence.

Kristen Bell at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Kristen Bell at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Kristen's curve-hugging indigo column gown by Cushnie was electrifying. She accessorized with David Webb jewels.

Mandy Moore at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Mandy Moore at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

The side cutouts on Mandy's white Michael Kors Collection gown were a sweet surprise. Plus, her dress featured a slit at the back. She accessorized with Katkim jewels and held a Jimmy Choo clutch.

Charlize Theron at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Charlize Theron at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Charlize rocked a one-shoulder Givenchy gown with a sexy cutout at the midriff and Messika jewels.

Issa Rae at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Issa Rae at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Issa's thigh-high slit was alluring, as was the bustier-style top on her black satin Aliétte by Jason Rembert dress. She wore Tamara Mellon heeled sandals and Lorraine Schwartz jewelry.

Chrissy Teigen at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Chrissy Teigen at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Chrissy Teigen showed off a sexy slip of leg in her strapless Maison Yeya gown on the red carpet with John Legend. She wore Stuart Weitzman heels.

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John's spicy suit was by Ermenegildo Zegna XXX, and he wore Christian Louboutin shoes.

Kaley Cuoco at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Kaley Cuoco at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Kaley wore a stunning sequined dress by J. Mendel with a grid pattern and a plunging neckline. She finished the look with Brian Atwood heels and Anita Ko jewels.

Emmy Rossum at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Emmy Rossum at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Emmy played up her velvet, plunging Ralph Lauren dress with a vampy lip.

Connie Britton at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Connie Britton at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Connie showed off her glittering slime green dress with a thigh-high slit. She accessorized with Irene Neuwirth jewels and Sophia Webster heels.

Laura Dern at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Laura Dern at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Laura's sexy black number by Saint Laurent featured a one-shoulder silhouette and a slice across the chest. She accessorized with Ara Vartanian jewels.

Regina King at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Regina King at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Regina's bright Michael Kors Collection gown was complete with a slit and Irene Neuwirth jewels.

Constance Wu at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Constance Wu at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Constance's flutter sleeves were romantic, but the plunging neckline on this Rodarte stunner was nothin' but sexy. Constance accessorized with Aquazzura heels, Lorraine Schwartz jewels, and a Roger Vivier clutch.

Laura Harrier at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Laura Harrier at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Laura showed off the sexy plunging neckline on her Louis Vuitton gown, along with the front slit. She accessorized with Bulgari jewels.

Elizabeth Olsen at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Elizabeth Olsen at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Elizabeth's velvet Alexandre Vauthier minidress took the leggy look to a whole new level. She wore Christian Louboutin heels.

Poppy Delevingne at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Poppy Delevingne at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Poppy showed off the superstrappy, revealing back of her ivory chiffon Oscar de la Renta gown, which also featured a plunging neckline. She stood tall in Christian Louboutin heels and wore Kallati earrings.

Kiki Layne at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Kiki Layne at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Kiki impressed in a blush-tone Versace gown that featured a thigh-high slit to reveal her towering Casadei heels.

Linda Cardellini at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Linda Cardellini at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Linda's Zuhair Murad off-the-shoulder dress featured sheer panels. She wore Stuart Weitzman heels.

Haley Lu Richardson at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Haley Lu Richardson at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Haley wore a thigh-high slit and cleavage-baring Versace dress.

Sarah Silverman at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Sarah Silverman at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

Sarah's flattering Jovani dress turned up the heat on the carpet. She accessorized with APM Monaco jewels.

Awkwafina at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards
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Awkwafina at the 2019 Critics' Choice Awards

The Crazy Rich Asians star wore a sequined, formfitting Elisabetta Franchi gown in copper with a plunging neckline. She wore Christian Louboutin heels.