Trailblazers of the moment gathered last night to honor the 54th annual NAACP Image Awards.
Queen Latifah, who hosted the event, looked flawless and stunning in a tulle, voluminous maroon Tony Ward Couture gown. rocked and accessorized with black gloves and diamonds, we were tempted to call her “Majesty”.
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In addition to Queen Latifah, actress Yara Shahidi also arrived at the NAACP Awards in a similar burgundy shade. She wore pumps and provided the realism of a black Barbie doll. With such an effortless beauty, she can pull off virtually anything.
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Speaking of beauty, the glamorous Zendaya evoked nostalgia with archive looks for SS02 Atelier Versace and SS93 Dior. Numerous celebrities have exhibited garments from the designer’s past body of work.
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Along with Zendaya’s head-turning “Run the World,” star Bresha Webb shut it down and was one of the best-dressed celebs of the night. Styled in a gown, Brescia looked incredibly sensational when she posed. brought.
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The Abbott Elementary cast was also very impressive in their formal attire, all with different approaches. It’s been such a successful year for ‘Entertainer of the Year’ winner Quinta Branson as she shines and dazzles in a strapless gown with silver and gold ombre embellishments from Dundas. felt exactly right. Silver metallic open toe heel.
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Stylist Bryon Javar chose perfectly proportioned and tailored ensembles to make the 4-foot-11 star look literally like a supermodel on the carpet. Upon accepting the award, Branson said:
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In addition to Quinta Brunson, stars Sheryl Lee Ralph and Janelle James also represented Abbott Elementary at the NAACP Awards. Ralph was intentional about her gown and chose wear from Ghanaian designers that she felt was appropriate. Comedian Janelle James chose to wear a black velvet Christian Siriano PF23 dress that is very rich in texture and has silver glitter and flowers embroidered throughout the gown.
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Other celebs, such as singer Janelle Monae and actress Tracy Ellis Ross, wore cut-out maxi gowns that offered minimal yet modern elegance. She looked absolutely beautiful in her timeless fiery red silk con trigown. Tracy, meanwhile, opted for simplicity in a black Brandon Maxwell dress that had a diamond-shaped cutout across her bust and was styled with statement bangles.
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As you can see, last night’s NAACP Awards was a winning night filled with changemakers in the room and trendsetters in the carpet. With award ceremonies in full swing, celebs are reminding us that some styles are simply legendary.