When it comes to style, more than a handful of our favorite Black celebs have always known how to push boundaries and set trends, and their closets are living proof. After all, these aren’t just spaces to hang clothes — they’re often the hub of all things self-expression and creativity.
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From racks of couture gowns and designer shoes to walls lined with sneakers worth more than a down payment on a car, these closets tell the story of success and Black excellence in the most stylish way possible. From Viola Davis to RuPaul, these closets are extensions of their personalities, each one as iconic as the red carpet looks they serve.
And while we’ve given you a look at some of their homes in its entirety, we thought it’d be fun to visit their closets in the hopes that, at the very least, we could all get some info for the fall fashion season. So if you’re picking up what we’re putting down, keep reading to get into all the fun!
Lil Baby’s Sprawling Closet
The layout of Lil Baby’s closet aside, how sweet is it for him to have his kids in their with him in that custom rug? Talk about someone who still knows how to keep first things first and fashion second!
Lil Baby’s Shoe Room
While fashion may come second, that doesn’t mean it’s not still a factor. Just look at Lil Baby’s sneaker room: Street style may have just found its king in him!
RuPaul’s Lavish Drag Closet
You already know RuPaul was going to come with the flair and fabulousness that we needed and his drag closet is just the perfect example of that. Look at the lewks, all we can scream is “YASSS!”
RuPaul’s Stylish Men’s Closet
What’s better than one closet? TWO. Especially when you’re someone as stylish as RuPaul, you need a space dedicated for your “everyday looks” and then the looks that turn things up a notch!
Viola Davis’ Closet
The closet in Viola Davis’ home is equal parts chic and roomy enough to not be doing too much while still serving its purpose!
NBA Star Carmelo Anthony’s Shoe Closet
“I collect shoes because I wear shoes, to be honest with you,” Carmelo Anthony told Architectural Digest about his sneaker room. “I don’t collect them to just let them sit. I collect them to wear them. I’m an active collector. In wine, I collect to drink. In sneakers, I collect to wear, in clothes I collect to wear.”
Carmelo’s Shoe Closet, 2nd Look
Can you really call yourself an NBA player if your shoe closet doesn’t look like this? And what’s more, some special features include Anthony’s first Jordan brand signature athlete shoe, his son Kiyan Anthony-designed shoe and countless (and we do mean countless) Jordans.
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Misty Copeland’s Chic Closet
Everything about Misty Copeland’s closet screams boutique and we’re absolutely living for it!
Misty Copeland’s Closet, 2nd Look
Just look at this layout, the lighting fixture, the seating, the way certain clothes are on display. Ugh, we truly love this space!
Burna Boy’s Shoe Room
While rapper Burna Boy may not be a baller, he made sure to ball out when it came to his sneaker collection and provided them a nice room to sit and look pretty in. It’s almost like a trophy room of sorts, just in another way!
Jon Batiste’s Closet
The beauty of Jon Batiste’s closet is that it feels luxurious and yet homely at the same time. Like, there’s clearly more room than the average home closet but it has a cozy feeling that’s unlike the others!
Jon Batiste’s Closet, 2nd Look
Look at this, it’s simple yet still impressive and we’re here for it!
Winnie Harlow’s Stylish Closet
It’s not a supermodel closet if there’s not loads of fur, sparkles, red bottoms and some seriously voguish looks. Thankfully, Winnie Harlow’s closet has all that and a whole lot more.
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