All the powerful black outfits that the women of Hollywood wore to the 2018 Golden Globes

Black dresses dominated the red carpet at the 75th Annual Golden Globeson Sunday, January 7. But this wasn't just a fashion statement. Women attending the awards show wore black to take a stand against sexual harassment as a part of the Time's Up initiative.

2018-01-08T04:41:44Z

Black dresses dominated the red carpet at the 75th Annual Golden Globes on Sunday, January 7. But this wasn't just a fashion statement.

Women attending the awards show wore black to take a stand against sexual harassment as a part of the Time's Up initiative.

Here's what some of Hollywood's biggest stars wore on the red carpet.

If you are a victim of sexual assault, you can visit RAINN or call its hotline at 1-800-656-4673 to receive confidential support from a trained staff member.

Emma Watson walked the red carpet with Marai Larasi, the executive director of Imkaan, a women's organization "aimed at responding to and preventing violence against black minoritized women and girls."

Marai Larasi and Emma Watson. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

"We've been working together this year and when Michelle Williams spearheaded the idea of actresses bringing activists on the red carpet, my first thought was, 'It would be so great to do it with Marai, because we have fun together, we challenge each other,'" Watson told E! News.

Halle Berry and Reese Witherspoon posed together on the red carpet.

Halle Berry and Reese Witherspoon. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Witherspoon also walked the red carpet with Eva Longoria. "Honored to stand with this woman and women everywhere tonight for equality, parity, safety and inclusion," the actress tweeted.

Eva Longoria said, "This is not a moment, it's a movement."

Eva Longoria debuted her baby bump in her black dress. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

In response to Carson Daly, Longoria said, "This is not a moment, it's a movement. Tonight is just one small part of that."

Mariah Carey wore a black mermaid gown.

Mariah Carey. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

America Ferrera went with her date for the night, Natalie Portman. Ferrera wore a blazer over her sequined gown and Portman wore a velvet dress and cardigan.

America Ferrera and Natalie Portman. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Though neither are nominated, the two said they wanted to support each other as well as other women in honor of Time's Up.

Margot Robbie wore a satin Gucci gown with 3D embellishments.

Margot Robbie. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Geena Davis wore a dress with fringe at the bottom.

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Octavia Spencer also sparkled.

Octavia Spencer. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Salma Hayek and Ashley Judd posed together on the Golden Globes red carpet.

Salma Hayek and Ashley Judd. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Both actresses have been outspoken about the #MeToo movement and have both accused Harvey Weinstein of sexual harassment.

Michelle Williams brought Tarana Burke, senior director of the nonprofit Girls for Gender Equity and founder of the #MeToo movement.

Tarana Burke and Michelle Williams. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Burke is the senior director of the nonprofit Girls for Gender Equity and founder of the #MeToo movement, according to the New York Times.

Williams was one of several actors and actresses who brought unconventional dates to the award show.

"The Shape of Water" star Sally Hawkins wore a long black gown.

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"Game of Thrones" star Lena Headey wore a black gown with ruffles.

Lena Headey. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Headey came forward to share a story of Harvey Weinstein allegedly harassing her during a meeting by trying to get her into a hotel room. 

Keith Urban posed with wife Nicole Kidman.

Nicole Kidman. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Nicole Kidman won best actress in a limited series at the Golden Globes for her character Celeste in HBO's "Big Little Lies" and thanked the "power of women." and her costars.

"Reese, Zoe, Laura, Shailene — we pledged allegiance to each other, and this is ours to share," she said.

Millie Bobby Brown also wore black with her hair in a top knot.

Millie Bobby Brown. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

She was also captured sharing a sweet moment with "Stranger Things" costar David Harbour who shares a father-daugther bond with her character, Eleven, on the show.

Mary J Blige wore a stunning dress with sparkly details.

Mary J Blige. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

The singer and actress supports the #MeToo and Time's Up movements. "I am one of those women, so, you know, I don't want to go into detail about that and I haven't, but I am, and I stand with those women. I champion them," Blige said.

Viola Davis posed with her husband Julius Tennon.

Viola Davis and Julius Tennon. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

'The Deuce" star Maggie Gyllenhaal rocked pants on the carpet.

Maggie Gyllenhaal. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Sarah Jessica Parker wore black, and called it a "privilege" to support Time's Up.

Sarah Jessica Parker. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

"It's a privilege to work among women that I've admired for so long that I never even thought I'd get to meet," she said. "To see them do this sort of work and commit themselves is really quite something."

Actress and director Angelina Jolie wore a black cape with her dress.

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Sharon Stone took her son Roan Joseph Bronstein to the Golden Globes.

Sharon Stone and Roan Joseph Bronstein. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Gillian Anderson wore a simple black dress with one exposed arm.

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The actress tweeted she was participating before the ceremony: "Ok ladies, now let’s get in formation."

Kate Hudson looked glam with short hair and a long necklace.

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Naomi Campbell wore this chic one-shouldered dress.

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Lily James chose a ruffled gown on the red carpet.

Lily James. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Actor and "Lady Bird" director Greta Gerwig posed with "Lady Bird" star Saoirse Ronan.

Greta Gerwig and Saoirse Ronan. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Ronan's stylist Elizabeth Saltzman said the dress is "not about sex, it's about strength. It's not about frivolity, it's about confidence, excellence, purity and support,”

Actress Diane Kruger walked the carpet with director Fatih Akin.

Diane Kruger and Fatih Akin. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Emmy-winning "Master of None" writer and actress Lena Waithe has been outspoken about Time's Up.

Waithe also created, wrote, and produced "The Chi." Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

I think the biggest thing is just to create a barrier around not just women, but anyone who's othered in any way, shape, or form — to make sure they have a place to go or someone to call if they're in an uncomfortable place or abusive situation," Waithe told Vox. "They need a line of defense, and I think Time's Up really has the potential to be that."

Connie Britton a "Poverty is Sexist" shirt with a black skirt and heels.

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The sweater promotes Bono’s ONE Campaign.

"Nowhere on earth do women have as many opportunities as men. Nowhere. But for girls and women in the poorest countries, that inequality is amplified," the organization’s website reads. "We won’t end extreme poverty until we break down the barriers holding girls and women back."

Gal Gadot wore a jacket over a ruched black dress.

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Penelope Cruz looked elegant in black with a long skirt.

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Elizabeth Moss

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Emma Stone brought tennis player Billie Jean King who she played in "Battle of the Sexes."

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"I think it's one step at a time. Every generation has to fight for equality and its now Emma's turn with her generation,"  King said on the red carpet, according to People. "And it's great to be here tonight wearing black. We really have to — it's gotta stop, it's gotta stop now. And we have to help each other and it's everybody, all genders together."

Gayle King looked stunning in a sparkly ombre dress.

Gayle King Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Allison Janney wore a dress with geometric pattern on top.

Allison Janney. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Actress Abbie Cornish wore a custom Moschino dress with a cut-out detail.

Abbie Cornish. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

French actress Isabelle Huppert had dainty shoulder pads to accentuate her gown.

Isabelle Huppert. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

"Game of Thrones" star Gwendoline Christie posed in her ruffled dress.

Gwendoline Christie. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

"This Is Us" star Chrissy Metz looked chic in her beaded black dress.

Chrissy Metz. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Amy Poehler attended the event with Saru Jayaraman.

Amy Poehler and Saru Jayaraman. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

The former "Parks and Rec" star brought Saru Jayaraman, the co-founder and co-director of the Restaurant Opportunities Centers United. The not-for-profit organization "improves wages and working conditions for the nation's restaurant workforce," according to its website.

Roseanne Barr looked glam in her all-black ensemble.

Roseanne Barr. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Italian actress Alessandra Mastronardi stunned in this belted number.

Alessandra Mastronardi. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Actress Amanda Peet posed in her black satin dress.

Amanda Peet. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Actress Pamela Adlon wore a coat that perfectly matched her dress.

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Adlon, who has worked with Louis C.K., released a statement about the comedian.

"My family and I are devastated and in shock after the admission of abhorrent behavior by my friend and partner, Louis C.K.," Adlon wrote. "I feel deep sorrow and empathy for the women who have come forward. I am asking for privacy at this time for myself and my family. I am processing and grieving and hope to say more as soon as I am able."

Heidi Klum wore a black feathered dress to the ceremony.

Heidi Klum. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Kyra Sedgwick was matching in a black suit with husband Kevin Bacon.

Kyra Sedgwick and Kevin Bacon. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

"Big Little Lies" star Zoe Kravitz wore a simple dress with stunning green earrings.

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Laurie Metcalf posed with Zoe Perry in their black gowns.

Laurie Metcalf and Zoe Perry. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Director Ava DuVernay looked flawless on the red carpet. "Not one person asked me what I was wearing," she told The Times.

Ava DuVernay. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Source: The Los Angeles Times

"This Is Us" star Mandy Moore had a red belt with her dramatic black dress.

Mandy Moore. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Alicia Vikander wore a detailed black dress with slicked-back hair.

Alicia Vikander. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Dakota Johnson accessorized with a beautiful belt.

Dakota Johnson. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

"The Handmaid's Tale" star Samira Wiley had a gorgeous gold necklace to pair with her dress.

Samira Wiley. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Christina Hendricks looked gorgeous in pants and a skirt on the carpet.

Christina Hendricks. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Jessica Biel was supported by her husband Justin Timberlake on the carpet.

Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Meryl Streep brought Ai-jen Poo.

Meryl Streep and Ai-jen Poo. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

According to the New York Times, Poo is the director of theNational Domestic Workers Alliance and co-director of the Caring Across Generations Campaign.

When asked about her date and the Time's Up initiative, Streep said:

"She and I are so happy to be here in this particular moment. I think that people are aware now of a power imbalance and it's something that leads to abuse. It's led to abuse in our own industry, and it's led to abuse across domestic workers' field of work. It's in the military, it's in Congress, it's everywhere and we want to fix that. We feel sort of emboldened in this particular moment to stand together in a thick black line dividing then from now."

Sarah Paulson wore a full skirt and sparkly top.

Sarah Paulson. Frazer Harrison/Golden Globes

Her dress was Calvin Klein, which pledged its support for Time's Up.

"Game of Thrones" star Emilia Clarke looked beautiful in her black dress with blonde hair.

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The Golden Globes was Clarke's first major awards show appearance since the hair style change.

Issa Rae looked oh-so glam with in shimmery black dress.

Issa Rae. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Kerry Washington also wore a shimmery black dress.

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Kendall Jenner wore a gigantic black dress.

Kendall Jenner. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Allison Brie wore a strapless gown with an elegant statement necklace.

Allison Brie. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

The "Glow" star told ET that this is the "year of strong women." Brie also made it clear that her outfit choice was deliberate "I am so happy to be wearing black to support the Time's Up movement, obviously," she said.

Tracee Ellis Ross stunned on the red carpet as always. She paired her black dress with a matching hat and red lipstick.

Tracee Ellis Ross. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

"I wear black today as a 'we' not as an 'I,' as a celebration of our collective power as women, as an embodiment of sisterhood, solidarity and the work being done to create structural change. We wear black for equity, parity, and inclusion across all industries," Ellis Ross said on the red carpet according to People. 

Catherine Zeta-Jones wore a gorgeous, sheer dress to the Golden Globes.

Catherine Zeta-Jone. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

"It's really great that women are supporting women and we have to continue to do that," she said on the red carpet. "Not just in our industry, not even about vying for roles. This is serious and we're all coming together, and I feel very empowered by that."

Jamie Chung wore a trendy high-low dress which she belted at the waist.

Jamie Chung. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

"SMILF" creator and star Frankie Shaw wore a black dress and sneakers to the Golden Globes.

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"The Handmaid's Tale" actress Madeline Brewer looked stunning in her dress with tassles.

Madeline Brewer. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Kelly Clarkson had one gold sleeve to offset her all-black look.

Kelly Clarkson. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Clarkson later was thrilled to meet Meryl Streep, which lead to a sweet moment between the two stars.

"The Handmaid's Tale" actress Ann Dowd looked gorgeous in her black dress with floral appliqués.

Ann Dowd. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

"This is a symbol of hope and fighting back," Dowd told the LA Times about the Time's Up movement. "There's tremendous relief at the enormity of exposure on the predators. Now there's no hiding."

Claire Foy posed with "The Crown" costar Matt Smith in matching black suits.

Claire Foy. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Actress Alice Englert wore a jumpsuit.

Alice Englert. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

As did actress Susan Watson.

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Debra Messing called out E! on the Golden Globes red carpet for not paying female co-hosts the same as male co-hosts.

Debra Messing. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

"Will & Grace" star Debra Messing made it clear she stands by former E! News host Catt Sadler.

"I was so shocked to hear that E! doesn't believe in paying their female co-hosts the same as their male co-hosts. I miss Catt Sadler," Messing said. "We stand with her. That's something that can change tomorrow. We want people to start having this conversation that women are just as valuable as men."

You can read more about the moment here.

Alexis Bledel wore black pants with a white top with black detailing.

Alexis Bledel. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

'The Outlander" star Caitriona Balfe also wore black.

Caitriona Balfe. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

Balfe thinks the Time's Up movement will mark a change in Hollywood.

"So often, this community is not known for its community spirit, but it's incredible that we're all standing in solidarity with the victims of sexual abuse," Balfe told ET!. "This is a moment of change, it's a moment of looking at our industry and standing up and saying time's up on this and I'm grateful that I'm here and that I get to be a part of this."

Rachel Brosnahan first learned about Time’s Up when she got a personal call from Eva Longoria. She’s now an active member of the initiative, according to ET.

Rachel Brosnahan. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

She's now an active member of the initiative, according to ET.

"Stranger Things" actress Sadie Sink also wore a black dress.

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Actress and singer Dove Cameron pair her black dress with a bow.

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"Fantastic Beasts" actress Alison Sudol wore an off-the-shoulder black dress.

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Allison Williams had a touch of orange in her beaded black gown.

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And "13 Reasons Why" star Katherine Langford had a black dress with crystal detailing.

Katherine Langford. Frazer Harrison/Getty Images

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