• Best Dressed Black Celebrities This Summer

    Best Dressed Black Celebrities 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
    Root 100 Nominee Nicholas Ryan Gant Breaks Down the Secret Meaning of His New Single

    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.