Did you know that 2017's Emmys will be mark 69th year of the awards show? Think about it: That's nearly seven whole decades' worth of gorgeously made-up faces making their way down the red carpet. So why not celebrate by paying homage to some of the best makeup moments in Emmys history? While the Emmys' beauty looks will never be as avant garde as say, the Met Gala's, there have nevertheless been some great showings over the years, whether you love Drew Barrymore's brand of fresh-faced beauty, or full-throttle drama served a la Priyanka Chopra.
Suffice it to say, there's a wide range of truly great Emmys makeup looks to choose from -- so, which one do you like the best? Take a look at 15 of our top picks from across the decades, and choose your favorite out of the bunch.
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Jennifer Aniston, 2004
Jennifer Aniston is the queen of laidback glam, and she epitomized that look at the 2004 Emmy Awards. She paired her boho vintage Chanel gown with undone beach waves and some very natural makeup. A touch of mascara and pink lip gloss did the not-so-heavy lifting, while Aniston's beautiful face did the rest.
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Kerry Washington, 2015
It's pretty much impossible for Kerry Washington to look anything short of the flawless angel she is, but her Emmys beauty look from 2015 might just feature some of her best makeup ever. From the smoky eyes and long lashes to the deep mauve lips and faux lob, her makeup had a distinctively sultry, almost film noir feel to it.
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Emily Ratajkowski, 2016
Emily Ratajkowski sure didn't shy away from the drama at the 2016 Emmy Awards. She went for an absolutely gorgeous winged smoky eye rendered in rich shades of green and teal. The arresting look contrasted nicely with her navy dress, adding a chic unexpected pop of color.
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Emilia Clarke, 2012
With a slightly teased crown, perfectly groomed brows, long lashes and lips in a fetching shade of pink, Emilia Clarke made her Emmys debut looking about as gorgeous as is humanly possible. It may be quite a departure from her Mother of Dragons look (you know, minimal makeup and a platinum blond wig), but she's completely rocking it.
