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Home • Fashion

Misty Copeland's Top 20 Stylish Red Carpet Looks

From her graceful moves on the stage to her graceful strut on the red carpet, ESSENCE's stylish September coverstar never skips a beat.
By Candace Marie Stewart · Updated October 27, 2020
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Misty Copeland

This principal dancer made all the right moves in an all-white beaded couture gown.

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Misty Copeland

Misty glowed like never before in a head-to-toe black ensemble. 

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Misty Copeland

Pretty in pink!  The dancer flaunted her arms in a floor-length soft pink palette.

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Misty Copeland

The beauty shimmered her way on the red carpet in a sequence back-flaunting gown.

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Misty Copeland

With sculpted curves and amazing posture, Misty took home the gold in this stellar number.

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Misty Copeland

This nude yet textured ensemble isn’t made for everyone but Misty looked superbly stunning.

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Misty Copeland

A pop of cobalt blue never looked so great!

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Misty Copeland

The beauty lit up the night in a one-shoulder champagne frock.

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Misty Copeland

This fitted floral frock does this beauty’s curves the ultimate justice.

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Misty Copeland

With a gorgeous smile and a fitted frock, the darling walked the red-carpet with grace.

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Misty Copeland

This flowy white gown is definitely a fan favorite!

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Misty Copeland

Misty posed beautifully in a black and sheered paneled gown. 

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Misty Copeland

Misty’s love for one-shoulder dresses aren’t going away anytime soon and we have to say we are glad. 

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Misty Copeland

Absolutely stunning!  The dancer strutted down the red carpet in a floral masterpiece.

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Misty Copeland

Misty’s LBD is extremely perfect for this season.

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Misty Copeland

Misty attended the Black Girls Rock event in a cream and gold frock with hot pink heels.

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Misty Copeland

This un-even hemmed textured frock stole the show immediately. 

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Misty Copeland

Head-to-toe black never looked so bold.

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Misty Copeland

Perfect for any occasion, the beauty dazzled in a sleeveless frock.

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Misty Copeland

This tailored white dress fits Copeland’s curves perfectly.

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