The Radiant Celebration of Black Excellence at the NAACP Image Awards
In a resplendent ceremony honoring the brilliance of Black artistry, the 2024 NAACP Image Awards will grace the stage with a constellation of luminaries from the realms of film, television, and music. Queen Latifah, an icon in her own right, will once again command the spotlight as the evening’s esteemed host, following her inaugural triumph last year.
Among the illustrious honorees basking in well-deserved accolades are musical titans Usher, H.E.R., Megan Thee Stallion, and Ciara, each a testament to the power and grace that define Black excellence. However, it is the inimitable June Ambrose who will be crowned the 2024 NAACP Image Awards Fashion Vanguard, a recognition that transcends mere sartorial splendor.
Ahead, see how celebrities channeled the trend at the 2024 NAACP Image Awards.
Halle Bailey
Bailey opted for a strapless emerald green gown featuring rosette details and a mermaid silhouette. The “Grown-ish” star accessorized with diamond drop earrings and rings. The singer and actress was styled by Nichole Goodman, who has worked with Bailey since 2022.
Sheryl Lee Ralph
Ralph’s one-shoulder Georges Hobeika gown, which featured a flowing chiffon cape and gradient sequins, came from the label’s fall 2023 collection. The “Abbott Elementary” star accessorized with W.Salamoon earrings and gold Saint Laurent Tribute platforms.
Kerry Washington
Washington wore a corseted Vivienne Westwood gown complete with reflective fabric and a floor-length train. The actress added on gold, diamond and emerald jewels by Bulgari, completing her look with D’Accori heels. Washington was styled by Rob Zangardi and Mariel Haenn, the duo known for dressing Jennifer Lopez, Lily Collins and Hailee Steinfeld.
Lisa Ann Walter
Ralph’s “Abbott Elementary” costar Lisa Ann Walter sported an off-the-shoulder forest green gown covered with sequins, adding on a large cocktail ring and chandelier earrings.
Danielle Brooks
Danielle Brooks, who starred in the NAACP Image Award-winning film, “The Color Purple,” sported a long-sleeved black gown accessorized with layered gold bangles.
June Ambrose
June Ambrose, this year’s Vanguard Award recipient, channeled the black and white trend in a floral Bibhu Mohapatra gown from the label’s spring 2024 collection.
Nathalie Emmanuel
Nathalie Emmanuel opted for a sheer Alberta Feretti gown featuring draped satin details. The “Game of Thrones” star was styled by Jason Bolden, whose other clients include Justin Timberlake, Yara Shahidi and “Euphoria” actress Storm Reid.
Misty Copeland
Misty Copeland paired a plunging white blouse with black high-waisted trousers and a lace bustier. The ballerina also added on a hot pink satin Manolo Blahnik clutch and black open-toe heels.
