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ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms

ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms
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By Essence · Updated December 6, 2020
Hear more from Zoe Kravitz and see who else made the ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish list in our September issue, on newsstands now! — We recently announced our first-ever ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish List, featuring some of our favorite trendsetters and style mavens who slay from head to toe on any and every occasion.
Scroll through to read a little about how actress, model and singer, Zoe Kravitz, defines her personal style, how her grandmother helped teach her Black was beautiful, the best style advice she’s ever received and much more. Plus, be sure to grab your tickets to the 2018 ESSENCE Street Style Festival, celebrating all things Black fashion, beauty and style during New York Fashion Week!
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Describe your personal style
“Always evolving.”
ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms

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When did you know Black was beautiful?
“Watching my Grandma Roxie get dressed up to go to the theater when I was younger.”
ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms
03
Dress or jeans?
“I don’t want to choose.”
ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms
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Who are your personal style icons or inspirations?
“My mom.”
ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms
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05
Who are your favorite designers or clothing brands?
“Saint Laurent, Alexander Wang.”
ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms
06
What’s your favorite place to bargain shop?
“Rose Bowl Flea Market.”
ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms
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What was your most memorable fashion moment?
“The past two Met Galas have been really special fashion moments for me.”
ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms
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08
Do you prefer heels, flats or sneakers?
“Kitten heels.”
ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms
09
What’s been your best fashion purchase of all time so far?
“A super soft Creatures of Comfort T shirt that they don’t make anymore. I’m bummed.”
ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms
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What do you want your style to convey to the world?
“An inspired life.”
ESSENCE 25 Most Stylish: Zoe Kravitz Is A Hollywood Starlet Defining Black Beauty On Her Own Terms