February’s Best Black Celebrity Fashion Moments [Update]

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

Photo: Getty Images Jamie McCarthy / Staff

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?

Video will return here when scrolled back into view
17 Fashion Trainwrecks from Met Gala 2025

February 3- Tia Mowry

Photo: Getty Images Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images TWIST/Bauer-Griffin / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Raymond Hall / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images JNI/Star Max / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin / Contributor

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

February 10- Kimora Lee Simmons

Photo: Getty Images Gilbert Carrasquillo / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Gotham / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Christian Vierig / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Steve Eichner / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Jo Hale / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Jo Hale / Contributor

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

February 11- Leomie Anderson

Photo: Getty Images Jo Hale / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Jo Hale / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Jo Hale / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images ISABEL INFANTES / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Jo Hale / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Jim Dyson / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Rachpoot/Bauer-Griffin / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Kevin Sabitus

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

Photo: Getty Images Kevin Sabitus

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

Photo: Getty Images Kevin Mazur / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Gregory Shamus / Staff

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

February 12- Rihanna

Photo: Getty Images Icon Sportswire / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Dimitrios Kambouris / Staff

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

Photo: Getty Images Samir Hussein / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Ian West – PA Images / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Karwai Tang / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Mike Marsland / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Raymond Hall / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Vittorio Zunino Celotto / Staff

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

Photo: Getty Images Jacopo M. Raule / Stringer

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

Photo: Getty Images Jacopo M. Raule / Stringer

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

Photo: Getty Images Arnold Jerocki / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Leon Bennett / Stringer

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

Photo: Getty Images Aaron J. Thornton / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Frazer Harrison / Staff

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

Photo: Getty Images Frazer Harrison / Staff

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

February 25- Sheryl Lee Ralph

Photo: Getty Images Gilbert Flores / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Aaron J. Thornton / Contributor

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

February 25 & 26- Zendaya

Photo: Getty Images Bennett Raglin / Stringer

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

Photo: Getty Images Myung J. Chun / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Amy Sussman / Staff

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

Photo: Getty Images Gilbert Flores / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Axelle/Bauer-Griffin / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images ROBYN BECK / Contributor

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

Photo: Getty Images Gregg DeGuire / Stringer

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

Straight From The Root

Sign up for our free daily newsletter.

Latest from The Root

Black Stars Who Shined on the 2026 African-American Film Critics Association Red Carpet

Black Stars Who Shined on the 2026 African-American Film Critics Association Red Carpet

The 2026 African-American Film Critics Association boasted more than its fair share of notable Black celebs. Let’s get into their red carpet looks! …
23 Films That Will Teach You About Black History

23 Films That Will Teach You About Black History

These are the 23 films you need to watch this Black History Month …
After Trump Uninvited Gov. Wes Moore From White House Dinner, These White Governors Take a Stand

After Trump Uninvited Gov. Wes Moore From White House Dinner, These White Governors Take a Stand

Trump has excluded all Democratic governors from the traditional White House meeting, breaking the longstanding bipartisan tradition …
Candace Owens Trashes the MAGA-Friendly Kid Rock Super Bowl Halftime Show, and It's Not Pretty

Candace Owens Trashes the MAGA-Friendly Kid Rock Super Bowl Halftime Show, and It’s Not Pretty

Candace Owens bashes the Turning Point USA show by calling it a scam and “corny capitalism.” …
Halle Berry Fiercely Responds to Reporter's Comment About Her Age -- and Phew!

Halle Berry Fiercely Responds to Reporter’s Comment About Her Age — and Phew!

Halle Berry may be a veteran in Hollywood and used to dealing with the media. But there’s one thing she’s absolutely done with and now, she sounding the alarm on it! …
What Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Performance Says About Who Shapes Today's Mainstream

What Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Performance Says About Who Shapes Today’s Mainstream

From record-breaking viewership to a fully Spanish performance, Bad Bunny’s halftime show didn’t just entertain — it sent a clear signal about where cultural influence lives today …
NY Principal Under Fire After Audit Discovers Misappropriated Funds

NY Principal Under Fire After Audit Discovers Misappropriated Funds

Wyandanch Memorial High School community members were shocked after the principal became the subject of a massive financial audit …
A Black Man in Virginia Purchased a House, Later Realizing His Ancestors Were Once Enslaved on the Property

A Black Man in Virginia Purchased a House, Later Realizing His Ancestors Were Once Enslaved on the Property

Fred Miller bought a home in Virginia and later discovered that his family’s history of enslavement was tied to the very property …
Why Lewis Hamilton, Kim Kardashian Sighting Is Sparking Concerns of the 'Kardashian Curse?'

Why Lewis Hamilton, Kim Kardashian Sighting Is Sparking Concerns of the ‘Kardashian Curse?’

F1 Driver Lewis Hamilton has garnered a good name for himself thanks to his talents and philanthropic endeavors. Which makes his potential partnership with Kim Kardashian that much more puzzling …
Before You Bother Watching, Here's a Recap of Everything from MAGA's All-American Super Bowl Halftime

Before You Bother Watching, Here’s a Recap of Everything from MAGA’s All-American Super Bowl Halftime

I watched Turning Point USA’s “All American” halftime show so you don’t have to… You’re welcome …
The Apartment Brawl in Houston That Left One Girl Dead and Why a 10-Year-Old Claims Self-Defense

The Apartment Brawl in Houston That Left One Girl Dead and Why a 10-Year-Old Claims Self-Defense

A 10-year-old allegedly admitted to stabbing Riley DeArmas, 13, during a brawl near a Houston apartment complex. But he’s claiming self-defense …
Veteran D.C. Reporter Leon Harris Shares an Update Following a Terrifying On-Air Scare

Veteran D.C. Reporter Leon Harris Shares an Update Following a Terrifying On-Air Scare

After a terrifying on-air scare led him to focus on his struggles with alcohol abuse, veteran journalist Leon Harris is sharing an update …
White Olympic Figure Skater Praised For a Dangerous Backflip -- That a Black Woman Was Penalized For Decades Ago

White Olympic Figure Skater Praised For a Dangerous Backflip — That a Black Woman Was Penalized For Decades Ago

Before Ilia Malinin “made history” with a backflip, Surya Bonaly — a Black Olympic figure skater — risked everything performing the same move in 1998 …
Kendrick Lamar Set the Super Bowl Halftime Show Bar, Bad Bunny Just Raised It

Kendrick Lamar Set the Super Bowl Halftime Show Bar, Bad Bunny Just Raised It

Kendrick Lamar and Bad Bunny created back-to-back halftime shows that centered Black and Brown people, not white comfort …
The Story Behind Whitney Houston’s Iconic 1991 Super Bowl Look -- and Coco Jones’ Beautiful Tribute 35 Years Later

The Story Behind Whitney Houston’s Iconic 1991 Super Bowl Look — and Coco Jones’ Beautiful Tribute 35 Years Later

Coco Jones delivered a soul-stirring rendition of the Black National Anthem at the Super Bowl in a look that paid tribute to Whitney Houston’s 1991 performance …
Why Chris Brown Is Getting Dragged to the Moon Over Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Halftime Show

Why Chris Brown Is Getting Dragged to the Moon Over Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

While Bad Bunny’s recent performance was praised by some, it apparently didn’t go over well with Chris Brown. And now he’s getting talked about! …
America's Lone Black Governor Slams Trump for Governor's Dinner Snub

America’s Lone Black Governor Slams Trump for Governor’s Dinner Snub

Wes Moore– the only Black governor in America– was uninvited from Trump’s annual dinner… Now, he’s calling out the administration for the racist decision …
All the Symbolism You Missed in Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

All the Symbolism You Missed in Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl Halftime Show

Let’s get into it: Beneath the spectacle was a carefully constructed narrative about Puerto Rico, colonialism, and who gets included in the idea of “America.” …
White Ohio Man Who Killed Black Uber Driver Thinking She Scammed Him Learns His Fate

White Ohio Man Who Killed Black Uber Driver Thinking She Scammed Him Learns His Fate

A scam lured Lo-Letha Toland-Hall, a beloved Black Uber driver, to William Brock’s home in Ohio. Two years after killing her, he learned his fate …
5 Blackest Moments Of Super Bowl LX

5 Blackest Moments Of Super Bowl LX

Bad Bunny did his thing for Super Bowl LX, but Black folks showed up and showed out for the big game as well. Here are the most memorable moments from the big game! …