February’s Best Black Celebrity Fashion Moments [Update]

This Black History Month, Black celebs shut down red carpets, fashion weeks, and more.

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Black celebs started Black History Month with some beautifully styled pieces they wore on the red carpets during New York Fashion Week, the Super Bowl, and more! Tell us in comments what’s your favorite look?

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February 3- Tia Mowry

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The newly single Tia Mowry strutted her stuff in Los Angeles in this form-fitting neon yellow dress, clear heels, and tiny black purse! The chunky braids are one of her best hairstyles to date!

February 3- Winnie Harlow

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Model Winner Harlow was spotted walking around Los Angeles in this Renaissance-inspired patterned two-piece, strappy black heels, a clear purse, and a fuzzy jacket to stay warm!

February 5- Teyana Taylor

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Singer and actress Teyana Taylor was seen leaving a Grammy Awards party in a Pretty Little Thing outfit and luscious red, knee-high boots! The fashion queen never misses!

February 8- Guerdy Abraira

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Guerdy Abraira of The Real Housewives of Miami was caught by photographers in New York City while wearing this lovely green dress and dazzling heeled boots!

February 9- Quinta Brunson

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Quinta Brunson looked absolutely smashing in her first fashion week outfit in this full Christian Siriano outfit! Her stylist, Bryon Javar, did an excellent job! Bravo.

February 9- Amy Lefévre

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Amy Lefévre modeled this striking all-black outfit by the RTA brand through the streets of New York City.

February 10- Kimora Lee Simmons

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Model, actress, and designer Kimora Lee Simmons wore a denim Prabal Gurung corset top over a plain black dress with a matching denim jacket. She had the Dior saddle bag in tow and shiny black pointy boots to bring it all together. So chic!

February 10- Alyah Chanelle Scott and Lexi Underwood

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Young actresses, Alyah Chanelle Scott and Lexi Underwood were photographed together at the Prabal Gurung fashion show in New York City! Scott is wearing a floral suit and black heels. Underwood is seen wearing a trench coat dress with floral detailing on the sleeves. The duo both have the cutest blonde braids, too!

February 10- Quinta Brunson

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Abbott Elementary’s Quinta Brunson owned her first fashion week! For the Kate Spade show she wore a zebra print skirt and classy white buttoned shirt, paired with a black Kate Spade bag, black and white coat, and white heels. She attended the Rodarte show wearing this multi-colored slip dress, gold bangles, a cute red bag, and boxy sunglasses. The swoop bang hairstyle is lovely!

February 10- Ziwe

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Comedian and show host, Ziwe looked so cool at the Kate Spade fashion show wearing a nostalgic early 2000s-inspired outfit. The plaid hat was an excellent way to tie it together!

February 11- FLO

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The emerging British girl group, FLO arrived on the BRIT Awards red carpet looking stunning in burgundy dresses and two-piece sets!

February 11- Nova Twins

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Rock duo, Nova Twins— wore coordinating plaid, high-low dresses for the BRIT Awards 2023 red carpet.

February 11- Leomie Anderson

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Model Loemie Anderson showed off some skin while donning this Area brand pink tasseled two-piece and wrap-around gold heels, and chunky gold earrings. Such a fun and flirty look!

February 11- Jodie Turner-Smith

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British Actress Jodie Turner-Smith looked like a silver trophy in this Zuhair Murad gown, curly afro, and green eyeshadow for a pop of color.

February 11- Stormzy

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Stormzy, who’s been nominated for British Artist of the Year, wore a tailored grey, Givenchy suit for the BRIT Awards red carpet.

February 11- Kamille

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Kamille, the British singer, arrived on the red carpet wearing an aquamarine custom gown by Dandy by David Bell, perfectly designed to show off her cute baby bump!

February 11- Little Simz

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Little Simz returned to the BRIT Awards after being honored Best New Artist in 2022. She wore a fly, leather coat, bright green button-up top, and black pants. The stars of the outfit? The styling of her locs and silver sunglasses—nice.

February 11- Leigh-Anne Pinnock

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Leigh-Anne Pinnock, a former member of Little Mix, wore a striking orange Albert Afererretti gown and Swarovski jewelry for the BRIT Awards 2023. Her updo is also to die for!

February 11- Oti Mabuse

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Profession dancer, Oti Mabuse, looked stunning on the BRIT Awards red carpet in this gold, curve-hugging ankle-length dress and gold, strappy heels.

February 11- Amanza Smith

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Selling Sunset’s Amanza Smith wore this Rick Owens neutral-colored, belted coat with printed pants to walk around New York City. The outfit is beautifully paired with chunky silver earrings and fresh cornrow braids.

February 12- Juju Smith-Schuster

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Wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs, Juju Smith- Schuster, wore a Thom Browne skirt, white button-up shirt, black Fendi boots, and a black beret to his Super Bowl arrival.

February 12- Juan Thornhill

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Juan Thornhill, defensive back for the Kansas City Chiefs, wore this perfectly fitted, paisley print suit and diamond necklace with his jersey number before the Super Bowl!

February 12- Blue Ivy and Lil Uzi Vert

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Rapper, Lil Uzi Vert, and Blue Ivy posed together on the sidelines before the Super Bowl. Uzi wore bedazzled, flower-designed denim shorts, a blinged-out leather jacket with a black hoodie underneath, and a Philadelphia Eagles hat. Blue Ivy, Beyoncé’s twin, looked cute and comfy in a Tupac t-shirt, black pants, and a zip-up jacket. She accessorized with a hat turned backward and plain black sunglasses.

February 12- Sheryl Lee Ralph

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Sheryl Lee Ralph wore this gorgeous, monochrome red outfit to sing “Lift Every Voice and Sing” for the Super Bowl 2023.

February 12- Rihanna

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Rihanna’s Super Bowl Halftime performance was one of the most anticipated events of the year. She wore this blood-red oversized, utility jumpsuit with a shiny bustier top underneath. For her accessories, she wore red gloves, red tennis shoes, brooch pins, and diamond earrings. This was the perfect way to return to the stage.

February 12 & 13- Tati Gabrielle

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Netflix’s You star Tati Gabrielle looked badass at New York Fashion Week! She was styled by Jean Chung. The hair by Jenni Iva Wimmerstedt is to die for! Wow!

February 19- Angela Bassett

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Black Panther’s Angela Bassett stunned on the BAFTA Awards red carpet in this purple tulip-inspired gown by Pamella Roland. The purple flower purse and matching chunky heels were the perfect details to add to the look.

February 19- Cynthia Erivo

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Cynthia Erivo looked like a walking trophy in this copper, fringe Louis Vuitton gown. All of her accessories have the same striking metallic finish. This is the drama we love to see!

February 19- Viola Davis

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The new EGOT winner Viola Davis looked classic and chic in this dark purple custom Stella McCartney gown. The cape was a perfect detail to mark her as the queen of acting.

February 19- Jodie Turner-Smith

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British actress Jodie Turner-Smith wore this jaw-dropping feathered, ombre, lavender Gucci gown to the 2023 BAFTA Awards. She also added a pop of fun by creating freckles out of gems, smokey eyeliner, and bright pink eyeshadow.

February 23- Chef Marcus Samuelsson

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This street look may not be for everybody but we love unique, personal styles over here! Chef Marcus Samuelsson wore every color and pattern he could find to wear out and about!

February 23- Thuso Mbedu

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The Woman King’s Thuso Mbedu wore this baby blue Prada shift dress and black Prada platform heels for Milan Fashion Week!

February 24- Halle Bailey

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Our Little Mermaid star, Halle Bailey, was pretty in pink for the Gucci show at Milan Fashion Week! The red single-strap heels are the perfect pop of color!

February 24- ASAP Rocky

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A$AP Rocky arrived in Milan for the Gucci fashion show with a “G” braided in this hair as well as this sleek, navy, oversized coat and shirt. He also wore this long dark gray skirt with a slit!

February 24- Jodie Turner-Smith

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Jodie Turner-Smith wore this edgy ensemble with thigh-high lace-up boots, a spikey mini handbag, a black hat and huge square sunglasses, and a shiny, zebra print mini coat dress for Milan Fashion Week.

February 25- Queen Latifah

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Queen Latifah hosted the 2023 NAACP Image Awards styled to the gods by Jason Rembert! Every outfit was a hit but these two stole the show!

February 25- Tabitha Brown

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NAACP Image Award winner Tabitha Brown wore this gorgeous emerald green off-the-shoulder dress from Ade By Femi, the avocado earrings are so dang cute too!

February 25- Janelle Monae

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Janelle Monae, one of Hollywood’s “it girls”, was styled in this cutout thigh-high slit red gown by Cong Tri. The matching red single-strap heel and diamond ear cuff by Stefere Jewelry were the perfect touches.

February 25- Marsai Martin

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Actress and producer Marsai Martin wowed the crowd by wearing this black Christian Siriano floor-length gown.

February 25- Sheryl Lee Ralph

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Sheryl Lee Ralph’s daughter, Ivy Maurice, styled her mother in this orange, beaded custom-made Pistis Ghana outfit for the NAACP Image Awards.

February 25- Shannon Thornton

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Shannon Thornton looked magnificent in this purple gradient Tony Ward Couture dress for the NAACP Image Awards!

February 25 & 26- Zendaya

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Euphoria’s Zendaya slayed two nights in a row for the 2023 NAACP Image Awards and the SAG Awards! Her stylist, Law Roach, is one of the best in the business!

February 26- Viola Davis, Angela Bassett, Niecy Nash

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Our Black queens Angela Bassett, Viola Davis, and Niecy Nash brought the sunshine in their yellow gowns on the 2023 SAG Awards red carpet.

February 26- Carl Clemons-Hopkins

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Actor Carl Clemons-Hopkins wore this amazing cropped, rainbow-checkered jacket, and black flared dress pants set, paired with a black hat and YSL bag.

February 26- Janelle James

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Principal Ava wasn’t messing around for the SAG Awards! Janelle James looked great in this black Rodarte lace gown with matching black Sarah Flint heels.

February 26- Quinta Brunson

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Quinta Brunson rarely has a “miss” on the red carpet! She wore this black and white Jean-Louis Sabaji gown, fitted to perfection for the SAG Awards. Lovely!

February 27- Tessa Thompson

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Tessa Thompson looked gorgeous in this strapless ankle-length gold dress and black chunky chain choker for the Creed III premiere!

February 27- Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors

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Creed III stars, Jonathan Majors and Michael B. Jordan looked dapper in their premiere day suits!

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