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The Golden Globes red carpet has long been one of awards season’s most fashion forward stages. Less rigid than the Oscars and more playful than many other ceremonies, it has historically encouraged celebrities to take risks, experiment with silhouettes, and redefine red carpet norms. Some of the Globes’ most iconic fashion moments reflect that spirit, from Julia Roberts breaking convention in a sharp Giorgio Armani power suit in 1990 to Charlize Theron floating onto the carpet in an ethereal yellow Dior gown in 2004, a look that remains one of the most referenced dresses in awards season history.

Of course, where risk thrives, missteps follow. Ill-fitting garments, overworked concepts or styling that fails to translate on camera have historically landed looks on the worst dressed list. However, those moments were few and far between this time around.

The 83rd Golden Globe ceremony continued that tradition, with style once again rivaling the excitement of the nominations themselves. This year’s redesigned red carpet, now featuring a staircase, is influencing how stars dress for the occasion. The elevated setting favored drama and movement, rewarding gowns and looks designed to command attention from every angle. Trains, sweeping hems, sculptural volumes and elongated proportions were perfect as celebrities ascended the steps and becoming one of the biggest trends of the night.

This year best dressed list also included trends such as metallics, bright spots of color such as greens and a good amount of sheer. Here are the best looks of the night, and a few misses, but one thing is for sure, the leading ladies and gentleman took red carpet fashion to the next level.