Queen Latifah’s Red Carpet Style Through the Years: Thom Browne, Badgley Mischka and More Looks
Queen Latifah has a long history of memorable red carpet moments. While attending award shows, fashion presentations and movie premieres, the star has sported designer brands like Thom Browne, Pamella Roland, Badgley Mischka and Lanvin, among others.
On Saturday, Latifah will host the 2024 NAACP Image Awards in Los Angeles. Ahead of the event, WWD is breaking down some of her red carpet looks throughout the years.
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Queen Latifah, 2002
During the “8 Mile” premiere in 2002, Latifah arrived in a head-to-toe look from Adidas. The star’s ensemble included an Adidas track suit in a black and green colorway, and white Adidas sneakers.
Queen Latifah, 2003
In 2003, Latifah walked the red carpet at the 60th Golden Globe Awards wearing a powder blue look from Escada. The star wore floral-print pants, a blue blazer with a wrap-style closure and a matching blue top.
Queen Latifah, 2006
In 2006, Latifah arrived at the 78th Academy Awards in a custom dress from Carmen Marc Valvo. The star’s black gown featured a voluminous ruffled skirt and strapless “sweetheart” neckline.
Queen Latifah, 2010
For the 82nd Academy Awards in 2010, Latifah walked the red carpet in a baby pink Badgley Mischka gown. The star’s dress featured several embellished details, including a one-shoulder strap and asymmetrical belt.
Queen Latifah, 2013
At the 85th Academy Awards in 2013, Latifah arrived in a white Badgley Mischka gown. The floor-length dress featured a V-neckline and a miniature train.
Queen Latifah, 2014
In 2014, Latifah walked the red carpet at the Hollywood Film Awards in a gold floor-length gown from Badgley Mischka. The mermaid-style dress was from the brand’s pre-fall 2014 collection and featured ornate gold embroidery along the bodice.
Queen Latifah, 2019
Latifah walked the red carpet at the 2019 MTV Video Music Awards in a bright orange suit from Sergio Hudson. In addition to a chrome button added to the suit jacket, the star’s pants were adorned with matching orange fringe along the bottom hemline.
Queen Latifah, 2021
To the 2021 BET Awards, Latifah wore a full black and white look from Thom Browne. The star’s ensemble was completed with the brand’s mini briefcase bag and boots.
Queen Latifah, 2022
To the 94th Academy Awards in 2022, Latifah walked the red carpet in a bright yellow gown from Pamella Roland. The star accessorized her bold look with a white Roger Vivier clutch and matching Chopard jewelry.
Queen Latifah, 2022
Queen Latifah arrived at the TheGrio Awards 2022 in a voluminous yellow gown from Thom Browne. The dress, complete with floral appliqués and white trim, was styled with matching yellow leather gloves.
Queen Latifah, 2023
In 2023, Latifah attended the amfAR Cannes Gala wearing a custom Lanvin look. The star wore an elongated off-white tuxedo jacket with signature details from the brand, such as a squared train and satin peak lapel.
Queen Latifah, 2023
To the 2023 Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony, Queen Latifah wore a long black printed trench coat from Alexander McQueen’s fall 2023 collection. The star accessorized with a singular orchid earring and knuckle clutch bag, both also from Alexander McQueen.
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