Sequins and Sparkling Embellishments Were Trending at the Tony Awards 2024: Cynthia Erivo, Sarah Paulson and More Light Up the Night

After sequins and sparkling embellishments had a major moment on the red carpet in 2023, the trend is here to stay this year, according to stars at the 77th annual Tony Awards on Sunday in New York.

Sarah Paulson, who won her first award for Best Actress in a Play, glittered in a black and white column gown, while Cynthia Erivo put a metallic spin on the trend in a strapless floor-length frock.

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Sarah Paulson

Sarah Paulson and Holland Taylor at the 2024 Tony Awards on June 16 in New York, red carpet, Prada
Sarah Paulson and Holland Taylor at the 2024 Tony Awards on June 16 in New York.

Paulson melded the sparkling embellishments trend with black and white hues, which have also been popular throughout awards season this year. Her custom Prada frock featured structured shoulders with satin bows. The “American Horror Story” star, who attended the Tony Awards alongside her partner Holland Taylor, accessorized with Mindi Mond jewelry.

Cynthia Erivo

Cynthia Erivo at the 2024 Tony Awards on June 16 in New York, red carpet, Louis Vuitton
Cynthia Erivo at the 2024 Tony Awards on June 16 in New York.

Erivo’s strapless Louis Vuitton gown was covered in sequins. The “Wicked” star completed her look with diamond-encrusted Tiffany & Co. jewelry, including a statement necklace and rings.

Brooke Shields

Brooke Shields at the 2024 Tony Awards on June 16 in New York, red carpet, Monique Lhuillier
Brooke Shields at the 2024 Tony Awards on June 16 in New York.

Brooke Shields brought a bit of sunshine to the red carpet in a Monique Lhuillier gown with a sequined bodice and a bow at the waist. The actress and model coordinated her look with a pair of matching Crocs and a gold clutch.

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Vivienne Jolie-Pitt and Angelina Jolie
Vivienne Jolie-Pitt and Angelina Jolie
Sarah Paulson
Sarah Paulson
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Taraji P. Henson

Taraji P. Henson at the 2024 Tony Awards on June 16 in New York, red carpet, Oscar de la Renta
Taraji P. Henson at the 2024 Tony Awards on June 16 in New York.

Taraji P. Henson wore an Oscar de la Renta gown embroidered with sequined scales. The actress added on gold pumps and a bedazzled box clutch.

Maleah Joi Moon

Maleah Joi Moon at the 77th Annual Tony Awards held at the David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on June 16, 2024 in New York City. (Photo by Kristina Bumphrey/Variety via Getty Images)
Maleah Joi Moon at the 2024 Tony Awards on June 16 in New York.

Maleah Joi Moon lit up the carpet in a trailing silver gown embellished with silver sequins. Her Marc Bouwer frock featured a peekaboo bodice and matching opera-length gloves. The “Hell’s Kitchen” star completed her look with diamond-encrusted hoops and a Mach & Mach top handle purse.

The annual Tony Awards, held at Lincoln Center in New York, celebrate the year’s biggest achievements in theater. Alicia Keys and Jay-Z performed “Empire State of Mind” at the 2024 ceremony, which saw DeBose reprise her role as host. Notable presenters included Angelina Jolie, Idina Menzel and Nick Jonas.

Alicia Keys, Julianne Hough, Ariana DeBose, Tony Awards 2024, red carpet looks
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