The 2011 BET Awards went down last night at the Shrine Auditorium in LA. Nicki Minaj, Kelly Rowland, Amber Rose, oh my!
Everyone came out in their own interpretation of chic. Let’s see how they shined, shall we?
Kerry Washington looked positively radiant in an acid green silk column Michael Kors gown with a silver neck ring detail and delectably high slit. A simple slicked back pony, silver clutch, and decollete Christian Louboutins finished off the gorgeous look. Hot!
Meagan Good also went the gown route, but opted for a dramatic frock in somber black. While Kerry’s option sizzles thanks to its glorious summery color and saucy details, Meagan’s dress falls a little flat for me. It’s certainly pretty, but seems a bit too ‘prom’ like for the sizzling hot festivities. Hmm….
Ashanti also went floor length, opting for a teal satin creation with lovely beaded details. Again, I’m not wowed by the color or the silhouette. The fabric reveals all and the color is a yawn. Hmm…
Michelle Williams skewed simple in a draped jersey BCBG Max Azria dress in pretty purple, accented by green sandals. I think I would have liked the dress more sans the slight design on the hem, but she looks cute nonetheless. Hot!
Kelly Rowland worked the carpet in a pink Marchesa shift with fantastic floral ruffled details. A strappy metallic sandal would have taken this look to the next level, but the overall vibe is Hot! This color works for Kelly!
The new face of Lustersilk Letoya Luckett completed the Destiny’s Child green carpet cameos in a lacy mini dress and Christian Louboutin platform Mary Janes. The look is simple, and Letoya Luckett is way too pretty to get anything but a resounding hot!
Gorgeous actress Tika Sumpter wore a form fitting Herve Leger dress with an alluring keyhole opening at the bust.Sure, Herve seems a little safe for the carpet, but her particular option looks fresh and fiery. Hot platform Giuseppe Zanotti pumps and a red clutch completed her look.
Speaking of Herve Leger, Mary J Blige appeared in the press room in an S&M inspired nude number from the brand’s Fall 2011 collection. Hmm, not a huge fan of all the harnesses, but Mary is putting all these young’ns to shame with that body! Work it, Mary!
BET host Rocsi Diaz channeled an ice skater in a white and flesh toned thigh skimming dress more suited for the Winter Olympics. The idea of this dress is great, but the execution is making me go hmm….The ‘nude’ color of the dress doesn’t blend well with her tanned skin, thus the allure is lost. She gets an A for effort.
Couple Wiz Khalifa and Amber Rose took to the carpet with Wiz in a camouflage vest, jeans, and orange sneaks and Amber Rose in a ripped contraption (is that another jumpsuit?). The outfits aren’t particularly my cups of tea, but Amber’s Versace shoes are hot!
Lala Vazquez Anthony shimmered in a sequined custom made Tom Ford gown and Jimmy Choo heels. Beyonce first debuted this look on the Tom Ford runway in a super exclusive show. I love the dress and think Lala had the right inclination to shorten it for the awards ceremony. Hot!
The fabulous Eve showed her edgy side in a Thomas Wylde leather vest, leather zip pants and funky booties. Love the hair, love the vest. The pants are giving me a little ‘pants as leggings’ vibe and I’m not 100% sure how I feel about the shoes. I’ll give her a lukewarm hot….it’s good to see her back!
Former video vixen turned singer Lola Monroe chose a Falguni & Shane Peacock abstract print long sleeve dress, strappy sandals, and a hot hairstyle! I actually really like this look. Way to show up and show out, Lola…hot!
Alicia Keys exuded confidence and sophistication in black and white Dolce & Gabbana accented by Christian Louboutin pony Daf pumps. The outfit is cute enough, but those shoes are the business. The black and white stripes may be the only iteration of Louboutin’s popular Dafs I can stomach.
Willow and Jaden Smith were absolutely adorable with the ever eccentric Willow rocking a heart shaped hairstyle and her brother stunting in tiger print pants and a Varsity jacket with MCM sleeves. Love Willow’s shout out to her Dad with the Fresh Prince tee. Snaps all around for the stylish siblings. Hot!
Nicki Minaj made a splash in a knit mauve dress with neon pink details with shaggy extensions on the hem and shoulders. Nicki is doing…Nicki as per usual, but isn’t she toasty? Why the tights and boots? I’m sweating just looking at her, hmm…
Keri Hilson proved pretty girls rock in a two toned purple and black Tibi jumpsuit. I think a black pump could have worked just a bit better with this look, but I do love the contrast of turquoise jewelry and silver cuffs. The look is effortless and event appropriate. Bonus points for the Judith Leiber mianudière.
And then we had a host of people in all white…
Fashion Bomb friend and fellow blogger Necole Bitchie looked cute as a button in a signature tutu inspired strapless and black platform pumps. I love the mirrored embellishments on the corset of the dress, and the tulle is picture perfect. Hot!
America’s got talent host Nick Cannon gleamed in a white suit, punched up by a pastel pink shirt and baby blue tie. Nick looks sharp and fresh dressed. Hot!
And veteran rapper MC Lyte also opted for a white Elie Tahari suit, accessorized by open toe sandals. Hmm, a different shoe would have truly made this look pop (perhaps a white or nude pump), but the fit is hot! Work it Ms. Lyte.
Who do you think was best dressed?
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