Best Dressed Black Celebrities This Summer

These celebrities have been eating up the fashion game this summer.

The Cowboy Carter tour had everybody talking about the Beyhive’s fashion led by none other than their Queen Bee, Beyoncé. But they’re not the only ones that have been pulling looks this summer.

Video will return here when scrolled back into view
Inside Lenny Kravitz’s Jaw-Dropping Paris Mansion

We’ve created a list of celebrities who have been serving in the outfits they’ve worn this summer. Take a look and see if there are any more that you can think of.

Rihanna

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JULY 13: Rihanna attends the Los Angeles Premiere of Paramount Pictures “Smurfs” at Paramount Pictures Studios on July 13, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Amy Sussman/Getty Images)

Rihanna, soon-to-be momma of three, has been showing that fashion for pregnant women can be fun and stylish. Ever since she was pregnant with her first son, RZA, in 2022, she’s been dropping fire looks back-to-back, and this summer hasn’t been any different.

Tyla

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – AUGUST 07: Tyla attends the 2025 Variety Power of Young Hollywood event at Four Seasons Hotel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills on August 07, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)

Tyla has been taking inspiration from the divas of the Y2K and its clear to see she understands the value of a show-stopping accessory. The powder blue skirt and top compliments the singer’s complexion well, and the jet black heels and the hair accessory that will make you do a double take is crop top is signature Tyla.

Megan Thee Stallion

Is Megan Thee Stallion in her streetwear era? If so, we’re loving it! This cute red and white outfit, complete with a New York fitted, is the perfect streetwear look for summertime spent in The Big Apple. Our Hot Girl Coach looks adorable.

Tyler, The Creator

MARTHA’S VINEYARD, MASSACHUSETTS – AUGUST 06: Tyler the Creator attends the Starz screening of “Magic City: An American Fantasy” at Martha’s Vineyard Performing Arts Center during the 2025 Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival on August 06, 2025 in Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)

Never afraid of color, Tyler, the Creator has been pulling out exciting looks during his promotion of his ninth studio album, “Don’t Tap The Glass.” We’ve always been a fan of Tyler’s style– whether its preppy, urban, or classic, his fashion sense is one of a kind– which is very on brand.

Latto

The self-proclaimed “Big Mama” posted a video she recorded on TikTok with her sister Brooklyn and friends celebrating her sister’s birthday in Turks and Caicos. In a ’90s inspired outfit, she wore a green tube top and a striped maxi skirt that hugs her curves. She aced this one!

Tracee Ellis Ross

MARTHA’S VINEYARD, MASSACHUSETTS – AUGUST 08: Tracee Ellis Ross presents Roku Channel’s “Solo Traveling with Tracee Ellis Ross” during the 2025 Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival at Martha’s Vineyard Performing Arts Center on August 08, 2025 in Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts. (Photo by Arturo Holmes/Getty Images)

We can’t talk about summer fashion without talking about the effortless chicness of Tracee Ellis Ross. While at Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival in early August, the “Girlfriends” alum was a vision with this yellow and brown ensemble. Who wouldn’t be jealous of her wardrobe?

Doechii

GLASTONBURY, ENGLAND – JUNE 28: American rapper and singer Doechii headlines on the West Holts Stage at the end of day four of Glastonbury festival 2025 at Worthy Farm, Pilton on June 28, 2025 in Glastonbury, England. Established by Michael Eavis in 1970, Glastonbury has grown into the UK’s largest music festival, drawing over 200,000 fans to enjoy performances across more than 100 stages. In 2026, the festival will take a fallow year, a planned pause to allow the Worthy Farm site time to rest and recover. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

Doechii has been pulling looks all year, and summer is no exception. From head to toe, Doechii just refuses to miss! From gray power suits court side at a WNBA game to this eclectic and colorful ensemble complete with a paperboy hat, cropped blouse and pattern bottoms at the Glastonbury festival, she rocks whatever she wears flawlessly.

Keith Powers

PARIS, FRANCE – JUNE 24: (EDITORIAL USE ONLY – For Non-Editorial use please seek approval from Fashion House) Keith Powers attends the Saint Laurent Menswear Spring/Summer 2026 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on June 24, 2025 in Paris, France. (Photo by Stephane Cardinale – Corbis/Corbis via Getty Images)

At the June Paris Fashion Week, styled in YSL, Keith Powers showed us the importance of good tailoring. This classy look feels like something straight out of Old Hollywood.

Lil Baby

NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 13: Lil Baby attends Lionsgate’s “Hurry Up Tomorrow” World Premiere on May 13, 2025 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)

Lil Baby took his Atlanta-inspired style to the streets of New York City at the Lionsgate’s “Hurry Up Tomorrow” World Premiere on May 13. We are loving his distressed bomber jacket and matching pants and the touch of red with the belt. Ok, Lil Baby!

Ravyn Lenae

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 09: Ravyn Lenae attends the 2025 BET Awards at Peacock Theater on June 09, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images)

Ravyn Lenae has had two hits this summer— her song “Love Me Not” and this outfit. The olive green lace dress at the 2025 BET Awards and her copper red curls made this look a hit.

Straight From The Root

Sign up for our free daily newsletter.

Latest from The Root

Peek Inside The Childhood Home Of Nina Simone

Peek Inside The Childhood Home Of Nina Simone

A look through the recently restored childhood home of the High Priestess of Soul, Nina Simone …
Wise Words From Nelson Mandela That Hit Harder Than Ever, In Honor of His Death Anniversary

Wise Words From Nelson Mandela That Hit Harder Than Ever, In Honor of His Death Anniversary

Given Nelson Mandela’s efforts and insights and into how to make the world a better place, and in honor of his death anniversary–let’s take a look back on some of his powerful words! …
The Pros <i>and</i> Cons For Your Favorite Black Shows When Netflix Buys Warner Bros. Discovery

The Pros and Cons For Your Favorite Black Shows When Netflix Buys Warner Bros. Discovery

With Netflix’s impending takeover of Warner Bros., let’s take a look at how this historic deal could impact the future of Black stories and storytellers! …
Why Supreme Court's MAGA-Friendly Redistricting Ruling Could Change Everything For Jasmine Crockett, Other Texas Dems

Why Supreme Court’s MAGA-Friendly Redistricting Ruling Could Change Everything For Jasmine Crockett, Other Texas Dems

Under the Supreme Court temporarily ruling in favor of Trump, but where does it leave the Democrats, who are more than outnumbered …
Customer Pulls Gun on Black Barber After A Messed Up Haircare... and That's Not All

Customer Pulls Gun on Black Barber After A Messed Up Haircare… and That’s Not All

Miami police caught up with Darious Dwayne Davis after he was identified as the man who viciously attacked a Black barbershop owner …
Quinta Brunson's Latest Move Might Change the Lives of Philly Public School Students Forever

Quinta Brunson’s Latest Move Might Change the Lives of Philly Public School Students Forever

Actress Quinta Brunson just launched a new fund designed to for Philadelphia public school students …
Breaking Down Beyoncé, Brandy and Ray J's Social Media Drama!

Breaking Down Beyoncé, Brandy and Ray J’s Social Media Drama!

There’s been a whole bunch of online chatter regarding Beyonce, Brandy and Ray J. Let’s break down what it’s all about! …
How Black Folks and Asians Found Themselves Bonding Over Tiktok Drama About White People

How Black Folks and Asians Found Themselves Bonding Over Tiktok Drama About White People

Black folks have found themselves in the middle of Asian TikTok drama and we’ll tell you why …
Michelle Obama Reveals Seven Unknown Facts About Katt Williams

Michelle Obama Reveals Seven Unknown Facts About Katt Williams

The comedian opened up to Michelle Obama and Craig Robinson on their podcast, sharing a vulnerability you rarely see …
Why Expert Says DHS's 'Not a Nation of Immigrants' Announcement Is Deeper Than You Think

Why Expert Says DHS’s ‘Not a Nation of Immigrants’ Announcement Is Deeper Than You Think

DHS’s “Not a Nation of Immigrants” stance has deeper Implications, according to Experts …
Meghan Markle's Holiday Netflix Special is Just the Kind of Self-Care Black Folks Need Right Now

Meghan Markle’s Holiday Netflix Special is Just the Kind of Self-Care Black Folks Need Right Now

Meghan, Duchess of Sussex has a special holiday episode of her lifestyle show and her Black fans are here it. Spoiler alert: Prince Harry loves gumbo! …
Here's How Much it Costs to Rent Out Kanye West's Formerly Abandoned Malibu Mansion

Here’s How Much it Costs to Rent Out Kanye West’s Formerly Abandoned Malibu Mansion

Since 2021, the Malibu mansion that once belonged to Kanye West has been through renovations, potential timeshares and now a possible foreclosure …
The <i>Real</i> Reason Star Boxer Terence Crawford Was Stripped Of His WBC Title

The Real Reason Star Boxer Terence Crawford Was Stripped Of His WBC Title

Terence Crawford refused to pay a $300,000 sanctioning fee that was mandated by the World Boxing Coucil (WBC) …
About Those Pics of Diddy Smiling with Inmates...

About Those Pics of Diddy Smiling with Inmates…

Diddy just became the latest victim of artificial intelligence after the truth behind his viral prison pictures are finally revealed …
Why the Netflix Diddy Doc Has Everyone Furious at This Black Woman Juror From the Trial

Why the Netflix Diddy Doc Has Everyone Furious at This Black Woman Juror From the Trial

After watching the Netflix Diddy documentary, fans call out Juror 160 on behavior which may have impacted the court ruling …
Halle Berry Trashes the Idea of Gavin Newsom as President For One Crucial Reason

Halle Berry Trashes the Idea of Gavin Newsom as President For One Crucial Reason

Academy Award-winning actress Halle Berry is calling out California Gov. Gavin Newsom for his veto of legislation supporting one crucial topic …
'Industry' Star Myha'la's Response to Learning Her Roots Will Have You Reaching For Tissues

‘Industry’ Star Myha’la’s Response to Learning Her Roots Will Have You Reaching For Tissues

‘Industry’ star Myha’la Herrold sobs after landing in the country of her ancestral roots for the first time …
Brian McKnight's Shocking Alleged Words to His Dying Son Will Have You <i>Big</i> Mad

Brian McKnight’s Shocking Alleged Words to His Dying Son Will Have You Big Mad

Fans are outraged after McKnight Jr. reveals the “Back at One” singer refused to tell his late brother he loved him, even in his final days …
The Heartbreaking Reason a Florida Man Allegedly Murdered a Man as He Was Having His Hair Braided

The Heartbreaking Reason a Florida Man Allegedly Murdered a Man as He Was Having His Hair Braided

A routine braiding appointment turned tragic on Thanksgiving when a Florida man allegedly did the unimaginable to his girlfriend’s client …