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Home • Fashion

Top 10: Celebs in All White

Winter white makes its way fresh into spring for a crisp, clean statement. Here's a look at ten styles we'd love to steal.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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#10: Viola Davis

What: Viola Davis’ clean white shift dress at the Women In Film’s 6th Annual Pre-Oscar Party in Los Angeles.

Why: The contrast of white against her skin is phenomenal. It’s a minimal style, but the color and crisp lines pack a lot of punch. Get the look!

Top 10: Celebs in All White
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#9: Nichole Galicia

What: The actress’ pretty peplum number at the Alice + Olivia By Stacey Bendet Fall 2013 fashion show in New York City.

Why: Peplums are the most flattering silhouette for any body type and a polished option for almost any occasion as proven by Galicia’s sweet style. Get the look!

Top 10: Celebs in All White
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#8: Alesha Dixon

What: Alesha Dixon’s Alexander McQueen pantsuit on Britain’s Got Talent London Auditions in London.

Why: Who says a pantsuit can’t be sexy? Dixon shows this sharp tuxedo style can go toe-to-toe with any bodycon or mini. Get the look!

Top 10: Celebs in All White
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#7: Naomi Campbell

What: The model’s Azzedine Alaia dress and matching lace-up sandals at the sixth Annual ESSENCE Black Women In Hollywood Luncheon in Beverly Hills.

Why: Simple –– It’s fun and flirty. Get the look!

Top 10: Celebs in All White
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#6: Jada Pinkett Smith
Jada Pinkett Smith
Top 10: Celebs in All White
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#5: Solange Knowles

What: The singer’s shirtdress at The Beyonce: Life Is But A Dream New York Premiere in New York City.

Why: Solange refines your borrowed-from-the-boyfriend shirt style in a more luxe fabric and sleek accessories.  Get the look!

Top 10: Celebs in All White
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#4: Naomi Campbell

What: The model’s Azzedine Alaia gown at The Face Series Premiere at Marquee New York

Why: Once again, the Azzedine Alaia muse is a stunner in white. This body-skimming style is one that will highlight your curves or create new ones with it’s hourglass silhouette. Get the look!

Top 10: Celebs in All White
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#3: Chrisette Michele

What: Chrisette Michele’s Alexander McQueen coat dress and Jimmy Choo platforms at Universal Music Group Showcase ’13 Backstage in Hollywood.

Why: The singer switches up her usual vintage vibes for a futuristic feel in this asymetrical coat that strikes the perfect balance of simultaneously covering-up but revealing the singer’s sexy curves. Get the look!

Top 10: Celebs in All White
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#2: Emayatzy Corinealdi

What: The Middle of Nowhere actresses Bird by Juicy Couture dress at The 2013 Film Independent Spirit Awards. 

Why: Corinealdi made this 60s style dress with funky halter style neckline and flirty hemline look utterly chic. But what really drove this mod style home is her Twiggy inspired ‘do. Get the look!

Top 10: Celebs in All White
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#1: Beyoncé Knowles

What: Beyonce’s Olcay Gulson backless dress at the Pepsi Super Bowl XLVII Halftime Show Press Conference in New Orleans.

Why: Queen Bey served sophistication in the front and a party in the back in this plunging leather style. It was the ideal combination of sophisticated and sexy. Get the look!

Top 10: Celebs in All White
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