If we conjured up the closet of our dreams, the contents would look a lot like the dresses on the Emmys red carpet [1]. Dream dresses, indeed — these looks deliver big on glamour, drama, and sex appeal.

Sure, some are on the simpler side; but don't discount the classics. There is quite literally a dress for every mood and sensibility, from Millie Bobby Brown's ultrasweet Calvin Klein to Keri Russell [2]'s supersultry Zuhair Murad. See the standouts inside — the 12 dresses that will live on in red carpet history.

Millie Bobby Brown

The style darling hit the red carpet in an off-the-shoulder Calvin Klein gown which made us practically giddy, it's so girlie and delightful on her.

Tracee Ellis Ross

If there's anyone who could pull off a dramatic fuchsia Valentino gown, it's Tracee. The actress shows now fear with her bold red carpet choices, because why the hell not?

Mandy Moore

The star dazzled in sequinned Rodarte — a custom confection that effortlessly signals, "movie star!"

Yara Shahidi

A style pro, Yara's adept at wearing looks that are at once fashion-forward and feminine, like this floral-adorned Gucci gown.

Jessica Biel

Jessica's such a vision in Ralph & Russo Couture, it's hard to take your eyes off of her.

Keri Russell

Ever the classicist when it comes to her clothing, it was a refreshing change of pace to see Keri showing a little leg in this sexy Zuhair Murad creation.

Rachel Brosnahan

For her big night, Rachel wowed in a fiery red Oscar de la Renta gown — because, what else?

Tiffany Haddish

A gown as vibrant as she is? Tiffany came close with this Atelier Prabal Gurung gown.

Sarah Paulson

Sarah's ballgown offers no shortage of texture or daring — what's not to love?

Kristen Bell

In a word, Kristen is absolutely chic. The word might be overused, but it was made for moments like this.

Claire Foy

Less is more, as Claire so clearly proves in this Calvin Klein column gown.

Elisabeth Moss

Understated? Sure. But no less head-turning in this custom Vera Wang.