Sleek, chic and unique! Emmy Rossum and Kerry Washington stun in sophisticated cocktail dresses at Hollywood event

Perhaps they share the same stylist.
Kerry Washington and Emmy Rossum stunned in simple but opulent cocktail dresses as they hit up the Variety Emmy Studio in West Hollywood on Thursday.
They arrived on a quest to impress at this star-studded panel taking place at Palihouse that is the precursor to the eagerly anticipated Emmy nominations.

Lovely and amazing: Emmy Rossum and Kerry Washington attended the Variety Emmy Studio in West Hollywood on Thursday in colour-coordinated outfits

Although the Emmy nods announcement isn't until July 18, the actresses headed to the venue to show good faith and fashion among their peers.
The 36-year-old Scandal star swayed attention her way as she stepped down the arrivals line in her loosely fitting sheath that, upon closer inspection, had a miniature pattern embossed right on it.
As it was sleeveless with an above-the-knee hemline, Kerry had ample opportunity to show off her toned arms and bare shapely legs.
Kerry completed the overall impression with a pair of pointy animal print pumps and a simply elegant black shoulder bag with chain link strap.

Pretty ladies: Emmy and Kerry were joined at the panel at Palihouse by fellow actresses Tatiana Maslany and Elisabeth Moss

Intricate: Emmy's dress pattern was going in dozens of directions but the Shameless star had the confidence to wear it well

The Bronx, New York native wore her jet-black hair sleek and straight, and not a hair was out of place as the ends grazed her shoulder blades.
Emmy, 26, meanwhile took a chance in her dynamically designed frock that resembled a black and white game board, and at the waist were solid black panels that gave her slender waist a waspish look.
As unusual as it was, the Shameless star had just the right amount of confidence to carry off the ensemble.

A voice to be heard: The Scandal star took the microphone and the chair to speak to her peers at the panel

The curly-haired brunette matched her outfit with black closed-toe high heels and dangling earrings.
Emmy and Kerry were joined at the event by other actresses such as Mad Men's Elisabeth Moss and Orphan Black star Tatiana Maslany.
Elisabeth proudly displayed her blonde pixie which went well with her flowery frock that was like springtime itself.
The actress who portrays secretary-turned-copywriter Peggy Olson on the AMC hit series drew attention with her black and coral-laced heels.
Tatiana was feminine in a peach-hued skirt with black stitching along the hemline and a demure black blouse, along with black heels.