The energy and elegance were out in full force even when we can’t be.

Amanda Seyfried in Forevermark Exceptional Diamond vivid yellow drop earrings and Forevermark by Rahaminov diamond choker (photo courtesy of Marcus Mam)

The trend-setting actresses and their stylists didn’t need a red carpet to put on the glitz and glamour that have been missing as red-carpet season started a month later than usual. And it was well worth the wait.

Julia Garner in Verdura

Bedecked and bejeweled ears, necks, arms and fingers never seemed overdone, rather just enough to signal that jewelry is back in all its sparkle and shine.

Andra Day in Chanel Fine Jewelry

Earrings were what we saw most, and they were long and full of movement.

Sarah Hyland in Lorraine Schwartz earrings

Doubling up on long earrings was yet another trend we saw.

Kate Hudson in Bulgari (photo courtesy of Bulgari)

Antique jewelry took center stage when worn by presenter Tina Fey.

Tina Fey in a Fred Leighton circa 1880 fringe necklace

Artful placement of pieces of jewelry that transformed into different styles elevated the look of a brightly colored gown.

Salma Hayek in Harry Winston with a timepiece as a brooch (photo courtesy of Todd Williamson/NBC /contributor)

Diamonds are still the No. 1 choice for all classifications of jewelry.

Regina King in Forevermark diamond jewelry (photo courtesy of Juan Veloz)

Long necklaces that offered sophisticated simplicity were also an important look.

Gal Gadot in Tiffany & Co.

Established houses provided a look of youthful elegance, depending on the actress who wore the jewels.

Shira Hass in Chanel Fine Jewelry

Independent jewelry designers got in on the act and twinkled as new stars of the night.

Angela Bassett in Graziela earrings