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's curve-hugging indigo column gown by Cushnie was electrifying. She accessorized with David Webb jewels.
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 rocked a one-shoulder Givenchy gown with a sexy cutout at the midriff and Messika jewels.
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 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.
John's spicy suit was by Ermenegildo Zegna XXX, and he wore Christian Louboutin shoes.
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 played up her velvet, plunging Ralph Lauren dress with a vampy lip.
Connie showed off her glittering slime green dress with a thigh-high slit. She accessorized with Irene Neuwirth jewels and Sophia Webster heels.
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's bright Michael Kors Collection gown was complete with a slit and Irene Neuwirth jewels.
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 showed off the sexy plunging neckline on her Louis Vuitton gown, along with the front slit. She accessorized with Bulgari jewels.
Elizabeth's velvet Alexandre Vauthier minidress took the leggy look to a whole new level. She wore Christian Louboutin heels.
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 impressed in a blush-tone Versace gown that featured a thigh-high slit to reveal her towering Casadei heels.
Linda's Zuhair Murad off-the-shoulder dress featured sheer panels. She wore Stuart Weitzman heels.
Haley wore a thigh-high slit and cleavage-baring Versace dress.
Sarah's flattering Jovani dress turned up the heat on the carpet. She accessorized with APM Monaco jewels.
The Crazy Rich Asians star wore a sequined, formfitting Elisabetta Franchi gown in copper with a plunging neckline. She wore Christian Louboutin heels.