Soul Stars Shine in Striking Looks at 2023 BET Awards
The red carpet was aglow with dazzling style at the 2023 BET Soul Train Awards, held Sunday night in Los Angeles. R&B songstresses brought their fashion A-game, with Tamar Braxton, Keke Palmer, Janelle Monáe, Xscape, and Serayah among the best-dressed stars.
Palmer lit up the carpet in a body-hugging black Versace minidress. The slinky number featured the brand’s iconic safety pins along the strapless neckline. Ever the beauty chameleon, the actress-singer debuted a new blond highlighted hairdo, her locks styled in breezy waves. She topped off the look with strappy black sandals. Later changing into a jewel-toned blue gown with a thigh-high slit to host the show, Palmer continues to have pinch-me fashion moments.
Honoree Janelle Monáe made a bold entrance in a strapless patchwork gown from Christopher John Rogers’ acclaimed resort 2024 collection. The artistic black-and-white dress combined the designer’s signature sculptural shapes with a collage of patterns and textures. Stylist Alexandra Mandelkorn helped bring the look together, complementing the unique gown with minimal accessories. Trust Monáe to perfectly balance artsy glam.
Tamar Braxton exuded old Hollywood allure in a white mermaid gown from Egyptian label Temraza. The strapless number featured a basque bodice with inky black paneling across the waist and hips, playing with a subtle light-and-dark contrast. With her hair styled in soft curls and a glowy complexion, Braxton is shining on her anniversary tour.
Serayah turned up the heat in a sheer lace dress from Christian Cowan’s fall 2022 collection. The high-neck, long sleeve gown revealed a glimpse of skin with its peekaboo lace fabric. With slicked back hair and simple black sandals, the singer kept the attention on the allure of the barely-there dress.
The ladies of legendary R&B group Xscape coordinated in shades of champagne and gold. LaTocha and Tamika Scott sparkled in sculptural gowns with jewel embellishments, while Kandi Burruss shined in a metallic wrap dress and Tiara Thomas opted for a gold pantsuit. Reunited on the Soul Train stage, the quartet reminded us of their eternally cool style.
It was a night filled with both glamour and soul. The BET Awards pulled out all the stops with dynamic performances and sharp style.
