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Home • Fashion

Celeb Style: Gold

Celeb Style: Gold
By Essence · Updated October 29, 2020
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Go for the Gold

Maya went for the gold – and the drama – with this one shouldered, multi-ruffled, gold cocktail dress.

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Selita Ebanks, here with Kanye West, is extra glam in this solid gold knee length dress topped off with a fur.

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Chanel Iman channeled ’70s glam with this haute metallic gold jumpsuit.

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We’re in love with the gold foil effect of Mary J. Blige’s gown.

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Go for the Gold

In her second gold ensemble, Mary J. Blige looks every bit the R&B queen with this regal gold gown.

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Oprah dazzles on the red carpet in this off-the-shoulder gold number.

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Naomi Campbell looks regal in this floor length gold gown.

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Go for the Gold

Ornate gold trimming, like the embellishments on Naomi Campbell’s gown, elevate any item.

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Go for the Gold

Animal print pumps and a colorful belt add eclectic elements to Tracee Ellis Ross’ gold dress.

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Go for the Gold

Chunky gold metal details make this dress as pleasing to the eye as it is to the touch.

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Nicole Richie sparkles in this sparkly sequined tunic.

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Kelis shows the casual side of gold dressing, with a bold gold blazer.

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Opt for a light, iridescent gold like Thandie Newton’s.

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Go for the Gold

Stylist June Ambrose goes for the gold with gusto in this glam gold skirt suit.

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In a second gold ensemble, Ambrose keeps it relaxed in this menswear inspired gold dress.

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Go for the Gold

Jada Pinkett-Smith glows in gold from head to toe.

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Go for the Gold

In her second gold ensemble, Jada Pinkett-Smith limits it to a bold, gold bracelet on this Emilio Pucci gown.

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Go for the Gold

Amber Rose looks sleek and stunning in this gold bustier and figure hugging skirt.

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This shimmery scoop neck dress looks spectacular on Zoe Kravitz.

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The low key gold tone of Kerry Washington’s dress complements the equally minimalist shape.

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Malaak Compton Rock dazzles from head to toe with this strapless gold gown.

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Zoe Saldana looks every bit the lady in this sophisticated gold wrap dress.

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Go for the Gold

Basic black tights and shoes balance out a solid gold ensemble like Shaun Robinson’s.

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Go for the Gold

Keke Palmer looks sweet and chic in this full-skirted gold cocktail dress.

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Go for the Gold

Janice Combs, right, pictured with Misa Hylton goes extra glam, layering a fur over her gold cocktail dress.

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Go for the Gold

Serena Williams scores major style points with this shimmery gold blouse which adds a dose of glam to her contemporary look.

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The bold gold neckline elevates Tamara Mowry’s skirt and tank ensemble.

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Kelly Rowland looks ravishing in this gradient silver and gold gown.

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Gold sequins add extra sparkle to Holly Robinson-Peete’s sequined sheath.

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Go for the Gold

Keep things sleek and chic, as Melanie Fiona does, with a simple gold sheath.

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Vanessa Williams looks sultry and sophisticated in this knee length, gold foil number.

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Gold foil detail ups the glam factor on Jordin Sparks’ tank.

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Go for the Gold

A sparkly sequined gold blazer adds a festive vibe to a little black dress like Sanaa Lathan’s.

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Ironically, the floor length gold trench is the least eclectic element in this look.

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Both Keri and Brandi score major style points with gold colored looks.

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Keri opts for gold again to give her performance look more glam points.

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Joy Bryant glitters in this glam gold dress with low key leather boots.

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Go for the Gold

Halle Berry rocks two red carpet trends, menswear and gold, in one.

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This sultry, sequined edition is that much for glam for being gold.

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Deborah Cox

In 1995 the Candian singer signed with top executive Clive Davis and released her first album. Her second album, One Wish, dropped three years later spawning the 1998 hit single “Nobody’s Supposed to Be Here.” With it’s platinum sales, One Wish became Cox’s most successful album.

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Go for the Gold

Hints of gold, like the pieces woven into Raven Simone’s cocktail dress, add a glam overall effect to any dress.

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Naturi Naughton looks fab in this tight and bright gold number.

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Go for the Gold

Estelle’s second gold ensemble serves even more glamour. (Please note the gold platforms!)

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Go for the Gold

Estelle’s gold blazer is so lust worthy, and she wore it right: pairing it with sleek black tank and pants.

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Gold studs add a bold accent to Ciara’s little black dress.

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