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Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful
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By Siraad Dirshe · Updated October 24, 2020
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On Monday night the 2018 CFDA Awards took place in Brooklyn — and of course our favorite Black designers, models, and style insiders came out to the coveted ceremony. 

Issa Rae, Jourdan Dunn, Tracee Ellis Ross and many others hit the carpet looking radiant and gorgeous. Proving yet again, why Black is oh-so-beautiful! 

Keep scrolling to see our favorite beauty and hair moments from the big event! 

01
Jordun Dunn

When it came to hair, it was all about volume for model Jordun Dunn. Textured waves and a deep side part created a truly lust-worthy look that we were obsessed with. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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02
Laura Harrier

Monochromatic makeup (aka wearing the same lipstick, blush and eyeshadow color) is a trend we’re currently loving. And Laura shows us how to do so effortlessly. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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03
Cynthia Erivo
Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful
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04
Kehlani

Kehlani is known for taking beauty risks that include vibrant hair colors and colorful makeup, so this bronzy glowy look was an unexpected surprise. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful
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05
Issa Rae

This glowing goddess looked like a true bonze vision and her metallic shadow added the perfect pop. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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06
Naomi Campbell

Does it get much better than Ms. Naomi Campbell when it comes to flawless beauty? We think not. Here signature sleek tresses and glowy skin looked amazing. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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07
Leomie Anderson

We live for a high ponytail moment and model Leomie Anderson’s is simply divine. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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08
Winnie Harlow

We love when celebrities aren’t afraid to play with color when it comes to their beauty on the red carpet. And Winnie Harlow’s blue shadow was the perfect pop against her skin. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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09
Tracee Ellis Ross

While Tracee is known for her signature cherry red lip, we love that she swapped it for punchy fuschia. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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10
Joan Smalls

Joan Smalls’ smokey red shadow and rose-hued pout is a look we can’t wait to recreate for summer. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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11
Lupita Nyong’o

Metallic makeup is a huge trend, and we love that Lupita Nyong’o went for a gold lippie at this year’s event. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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12
Elaine Welteroth

Protective styles are always in style, as Elaine Welteroth proves with these beautiful jumbo cornrows. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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13
Amandla Stenberg

Not everyone is daring enough to try yellow eyeliner, but of course, Amandla is. Not only did she fearlessly rock a canary yellow cat eye, but looked absolutely amazing. 

Behold, The CFDA Awards Proved Yet Again That Black Is Oh-So-Beautiful

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