5 Pantone-Approved Red Carpet Dresses

Striking shades of sexy white dresses, elegant neutrals and fiery reds dominated the red carpet for the 87th Academy Awards. And while this year’s offerings were a little more muted than in the past, we still spotted plenty of striking, colorful ensembles. We’re sharing some of our favorite looks of the night and their Pantone partners, so you can work some of the best red carpet styles into your wardrobe as well as your home.

1. Anna Kendrick in Pantone 177: Playful pink with a peach-colored underlay gave Anna Kendrick’s glam gown a down-to-Earth feel. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

2. Scarlett Johannson in Pantone 3302: We love that ScarJo went for a rich green hue for her curve-hugging frock in lieu of something a little more loud or sexy. The elegant, muted color felt fresh, sophisticated and totally unexpected. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

3. Gwyneth Paltrow in Pantone 705: Gwyneth Paltrow’s blush one-strap number is getting mixed reviews, but we’re digging the gown’s soft, romantic color and bold embellishment. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

4. Zoe Saldana in Pantone 169: Pale pink fabric softened the architectural lines and highly structured feel of Saldana’s sexy Atelier Versace gown. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)

5. Emma Stone in Pantone 127: Emma Stone’s Academy Awards style channeled the award itself, with the Birdman actress walking the red carpet in a glitzy gold number and metallic shoes. (Photo via Jason Merritt/Getty)