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Home • Fashion

Looks We Love: 'Black Women in Hollywood'

Get the scoop on what the celebs wore!
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
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Mara Brock Akil

Mara Brock Akil officially killed the carpet in this Peter Pilotto patterned confection. The flirty hemline, colors and lust-worthy heels was our favorite of the night.

Looks We Love: 'Black Women in Hollywood'
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Keke Palmer

The young stunner wore a sophisticated but still youthful selection: Bec and Bridge tuxedo blazer and patterned pant with an H&M blouse and hot pink pumps. “I always like to look fun and classy,” Palmer tells ESSENCE.com

Looks We Love: 'Black Women in Hollywood'
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Lauren London

London is beyond hot in this Stella McCartney smoking suit and Jimmy Choo pumps. This siren red takes the meaning of power suit to new heights!

Looks We Love: 'Black Women in Hollywood'
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Tia Mowry
Tia Mowry
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Garcelle Beauvais
Garcelle Beauvais
Looks We Love: 'Black Women in Hollywood'
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Naomi Campbell

The Supermodel looks striking in who else, but Azzedine Alaia? The loyal muse works a white fit-and-flare dress and gladiator sandals with a girly-meets-grown-up sensibility.

Looks We Love: 'Black Women in Hollywood'
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Gabrielle Union
Gabrielle Union
Looks We Love: 'Black Women in Hollywood'
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Naomie Harris

The stylish Sky Fall honoree arrived in true Euro-chic fashion wearing a Monique Lhuillier sheath dress, Edie Parker clutch and see-through Stuart Weitzman ankle booties.

Looks We Love: 'Black Women in Hollywood'
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Kelly Rowland
Kelly Rowland
Looks We Love: 'Black Women in Hollywood'
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Tracee Ellis Ross
Tracee Ellis Ross
Looks We Love: 'Black Women in Hollywood'
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