Essence 40th Anniversary Luncheon
Fashion Rundown: Essence 40 Anniversary Luncheon Red Carpet
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Gabrielle Union - The beautiful actress dressed in a below-the-knee frock and black heels.
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Beverly Bond - Black Girls Rock! founder Beverly Bond stayed simple in a classic LBD and black booties.
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Lala Vazquez - Lala Vazquez brightens things up in a vibrant colored blouse and leather pencil skirt.
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Kerry Washington - The budding fashionista toughens up her turquoise dress with black boots.
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Estelle - Singer Estelle is effortlessly chic in an all-white sheath and black open-toe booties.
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Mikki Taylor - A striking necklace adorns the beauty maven’s loose-fitting look.
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Naomi Campbell - Naomi Campbell took a break from the runway to make an appearance wearing a cap-sleeved frock with black and cream shoes.
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Mary Mary - The gospel songstresses were both chic in bold maxi dresses.
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Malinda Williams - Malinda Williams donned a boldly printed dress and bronze caged heels.
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Tracee Ellis Ross - Tracee Ellis Ross lights up the Essence Luncheon in a gold dress and patterned pumps.
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Wendy Williams - TV personality Wendy Williams arrived wearing a wrap dress with black accessories.
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Sheryl Lee Ralph - Actress and honoree Sheryl Lee Ralph takes a trendy approach in an animal print sheath dress.
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Pauletta Washington - Pauletta Washington, wife of Denzel Washington, dressed her black ensemble with a feathered shawl.
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Sherri Shepherd - Sherri Shepherd added a punch of color to her black with electric blue platforms.
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Anika Noni Rose - Actress Anika Noni Rose brings the glamour in a sweet strapless dress and golden sandals.
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Lynn Whitfield - Lynn Whitfield sticks to a classic mix in black and white.