Top 10 Best Dressed at the Academy Museum Gala: Halle Berry in Etro, Gabrielle Union in Alexandre Vauthier and Dwyane Wade in Gucci, Issa Rae in Alexandre Vauthier + More

To celebrate the opening of the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, a gala was held in honor of the historical building which is now the largest institution to house over 125 years of film-related artifacts from photographs to props. Many of the industry’s biggest names flooded the event to witness the seven floors of past, present, and future film experiences and other captivating amenities presented by the Academy Museum.

Fashion Bomb Daily was on the scene at the Academy Museum Gala where we captured all of the celebrity style of the evening. We rounded up the top 10 best dressed celebrities of the evening based on your engagements during our red carpet coverage. Let’s get into them below:

  1. Halle in Berry in Etro

Halle Berry claimed the number one spot for the most-liked look at the Academy Museum Gala! The actress wore a black plunging neckline puff sleeve mini dress by Etro, straight from their Fall 2020 collection. She paired the look with Dolce and Gabbana black platform heels. Her look was styled by Lindsay Flores.

2. Gabrielle Union in Alexandre Vauthier and Dwyane Wade in Gucci

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade continued to be our favorite couple goals on the red carpet as the two appeared in classic black looks. Gabrielle Union wore an Alexandre Vauthier Fall 2021 Couture black sheer gown, styled by Thomas Christos. Dwyane Wade was outfitted in a Gucci suit which included a white top along with a black suit jacket and pants. For accessories, Wade wore a Tiffany & Co. necklace. His look was styled by Jason Bolden.

3. Olivia Rodrigo in Saint Laurent

Olivia Rodrigo stunned in a $4,590 Saint Laurent cut out high slit black maxi gown (sold out) paired with the brand’s $645 Amber black patent leather sandals. She goes for a bold red lip and pulled back hairdo to finish her Saint Laurent ensemble. Her look was styled by Chloe and Chenelle Delgadillo.

4. Issa Rae in Alexandre Vauthier

Issa Rae dazzled on the red carpet of the Academy Museum Gala wearing an Alexandre Vauthier Fall 2021 RTW shimmering blue v-neck gathered gown, styled by Jason Rembert. She finished the look with Gismondi dangly earrings and Stuart Weitzman heeled sandals.

5. MJ Rodriguez in Brandon Maxwell

Michaela Jaé, or MJ Rodriguez, stepped on the red carpet wearing a silver croc-embossed strapless dress by Brandon Maxwell, from the Resort 2022 collection. Styled by Katie Bofshever, the look was rounded off with Andrea Wazen heels and Ana Khouri jewelry.

6. Angela Bassett in Elie Saab

Angela Bassett attended the Academy Museum Gala in an Elie Saab Fall/Winter 2019 look, styled by Jennifer Austin. For accessories, she finished the look with Vendorafa jewelry.

7. Sarah Paulson and Holland Taylor in Giorgio Armani

Sarah Paulson and Holland Taylor attended the gala together wearing custom Giorgio Armani looks, serving as the “ladies in Armani Prive” as dubbed by stylist Karla Welch. Paulson accessorized her look with Irene Neuwrith jewelry and the Tyler Ellis “Leepouchet” bag. On the other hand, Taylor wore Beladora jewelry pieces.

8. Regina Hall in Julien Macdonald

Regina Hall wore a Julien Macdonald x Gabriela Gonzalez couture gown, styled by Alison Edmond. Throughout the garment, her stunning gown featured metallic silk fringes along with Swarovski crystal embroidery. She allowed the dress to do the talking, opting for neutral Stuart Weitzman heels and a ponytail worn to the back.

9. Lady Gaga in Schiaparelli

Lady Gaga gave us a moment of Hollywood glamour while appearing on the red carpet. She wore a custom black and blue Schiaparelli gown by Daniel Roseberry, styled by Sandra Amador and Tom Eerebout. The dress presented itself as a classic black velvet column dress with a blue stole wrapping around her arms. The look is then completed with Chopard jewelry.

10. Adriana Lima in Nicolas Jebran

Adriana Lima beamed in custom rose gold draped leather strapless gown by Nicolas Jebran, styled by Erin Walsh. She completed the look with a pair of green drop earrings and Aquazzura heeled sandals.

Which look from the Academy Museum Gala was your favorite?

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Bring versatility to your closet with trendy shirts

Crop tops, graphic tees, bralettes – all shirts, all adding just the right amount of flavor to our closets! We love them, we want them and we will talk a bit about them here. All the big brands have dipped their toes in the latest trends; think Balmain, Alexander McQueen, and Fendi. From logo shirts to more subtle branding, lace, puffy sleeves – there are plenty of styles to choose from. 

Given there are several points to consider in picking the right kind of shirt for your closet, head over to yofreesamples to get a more wholesome view of what options are available out there. Your body type also plays an integral part in what sort of shirt styles would suit you – not all styles/cuts flatter every figure. Determining which type you are will certainly help in your purchasing decision. 

Trends are ever-changing and we like to keep up with them where we can. Certain shirt styles have been hot consistently through many seasons, others are one-season wonders. We are going to let you in on a few of our favorite ones. Keep in mind that the most important factor in all this is how you will feel in the shirt and whether or not the cut/style agrees with your frame.

Let’s get to it.

  1. The Graphic Tee

From Notorious B.I.G to Aaliyah or a basic ‘Black Lives Matter’ print, the graphic tee has been consistently trendy. The graphics change from season to season – but the basic trend remains intact. Brands like Gucci and Nike sometimes collaborate with artists for their graphics to make the shirts pop more. The greatest quality of a graphic tee is that it can be paired with all manner of bottoms and it can be dressed up or down. Add edgy accessories like these Louis Vuitton earrings and you have a winning look!

  1. The Crop Top

The crop top has truly stood the test of fashion seasons. In the ’80s & ’90s, it was worn by both men and women in bold colors and different fabrics, cotton being the most popular one. The crop top has evolved over the years and we are here for it! There have been tweaks to the original design in necklines, form-fitting or loose designs, and the fabrics used on it. Get some statement Dior accessories to create an edgy look. An absolute must-have for you, our trendy queen!

  1. The Button-down Shirt

We promise you – it is not as boring as it sounds! The button shirt is so versatile that you can go from office to brunch with the girls in an instant! Fashion powerhouses like Balenciaga are doing very interesting things with it, removing the ordinary from the humble button-down and making it edgy and very stylish. Go for a plain one and cinch it at the waist with a thin belt, tuck one end into your jeans, throw on a pair of heels and you’re ready to go!

The three types of shirts mentioned above are three in a sea of many, many other ones! We hope we have given you a point from which to begin your wardrobe upgrade. Be sure to make your makeup and fragrance complement your entire look – and that your confidence is on lock!

Rihanna Attends Afterparty in NYC Wearing Matthew Adams Dolan Navy Off-the-Shoulder Jumpsuit, Dior Mini Saddle Bag, and Fenty Boots

Rihanna was recently spotted leaving an after party for the Governors Ball Music Festival with boyfriend A$AP Rocky. The singer sported a new curly do along with a comfy-looking navy baggy jumpsuit.

Rihanna wore a navy off-the-shoulder cargo jumpsuit by Matthew Adams Dolan. Apparently, the jumpsuit is from an upcoming collection by the designer who hasn’t produced a ready-to-wear collection since the Spring/Summer 2020 season. Known for designing American sportswear, the designer was recently featured in the Met as a part of this year’s “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion” exhibit. Rihanna has been long-time fan of the designer’s work, rocking his pieces as apart of her everyday street style and becoming somewhat of a muse for the brand.

The bad gal paired the look with a $3,250 Dior mini saddle bag and Fenty Parachute boots (unavailable). She also unveiled a new curly bob hairstyle with this latest look. She wore a similar hairdo with looser curls while attending the 69th Annual Parsons Benefit in 2017, where she was also wearing a Matthew Adams Dolan look.

Thoughts?

Photos: Backgrid

Iggy Azalea Stuns in Green Marble Print Mini Dress From Fashion Nova

Iggy Azalea always manages to turn heads with almost every look she rocks. For a recent outfit, the music artist struck a pose in a Fashion Nova green marble print mini dress.

Iggy Azalea wore the $39.99 Shake Your Marbles Mini Dress from Fashion Nova. She accessorized the look with gold bracelets, hoop earrings, and a chain necklace. She also sported her wavy platinum blonde tresses to go long with her look.

The Shake Your Marbles Mini Dress presents itself as a mini dress with sexy strap elements, side button-up details, and a backless feature. Not to mention, the piece appears in an abstract marble print design that is sure to catch anyone’s eye.

Thought the dress is currently sold out, Fashion Nova frequently restocks its pieces! You can sign-up to be notified when your size is available again.

What say you?

Lori Harvey Flashes Her Smile Wearing With Jean Black Ruched Button Shirt Dress Paired With Hermès Burgundy Croc Handbag and Versace Black Lace-Up Sandals

Lori Harvey took to her Instagram stories to share her latest look! In the flick, the model flashed her winning smile while wearing a simple yet chic black look.

Lori Harvey wore the popular $239 With Jean “Andy” shirt dress in black. Perhaps the Spring/Summer’s most trendiest piece, this shirt dress gets the job done for an effortless slay. The collared dress appears in a solid color with a ruched detail and functioning buttons trailing the front.

Harvey accessorized the look with a pair of Versace leather lace-up thong sandals (sold out) and a Hermès Kelly 20 Crocodile Porosus bag in burgundy, valued at $256,518. She also went with diamond stud earrings along with an icy necklace for jewelry pieces. As seen on her previous look featuring the Loubrand velvet cutout crop top, she wore her hair in the same braided style.

What say you?

Ciara and Her Kids Rock Milano Di Rouge Purple and Black Sweatsuits While Spending Fun-Filled Quality Time Together

Over the weekend, Ciara and her beautiful children were spied having absolute fun with each other! The family had a mini dance party and played together while keeping it comfy in coordinating sweatsuits.

Ciara and her kiddies were all outfitted in sweatsuits from popular brand Milano Di Rouge. Ciara wore the brand’s $188 Lux Signature Sweatsuit in lavender paired with white sneakers. Her daughter Sienna matched her fly with the kid’s $128 Lux Kids Crewneck Signature Sweatsuit in lavender paired with white kicks as well. Future Zahir also wore the kid’s $128 Lux Kids Crewneck Signature Sweatsuit, opting instead for the black version paired with matching sneakers. As for the latest adorable addition to the family, Win danced in the mirror with his siblings wearing the grey $25 Signature Long Sleeve Onesie with black with the Lux Baby Signature sweatpants from the $100 Lux Baby Signature Sweatsuit.

What a fun and stylish household!

LaChanze Wears Oyemwen Forbidden Garden Green Wide Leg Jumpsuit to 2021 Tony Awards, Available on Fashion Bomb Daily Shop

The 74th annual Tony Awards were held in NYC on Sunday evening, honoring the groundbreaking achievements made in Broadway productions during the 2019-2020 season. Taking the red carpet, we spotted celebrities such as Chrissy Teigen and John Legend, Leslie Odom Jr. and Nicolette Robinson, Anika Noni Rose, and more. Also in attendance, actress LaChanze graced the red carpet of the 2021 Tony Awards rocking a captivating look from a Fashion Bomb Daily Shop designer.

LaChanze wore Oyemwen’s $275 Forbidden Garden Wide Leg Jumpsuit, styled by J LeVe. The dazzling jumpsuit was paired with Lorraine West jewelry pieces and Prada heels from Albright Fashion Library. She further accessorized the look with a Charlotte Olympia Dellal clutch handbag, also from Albright Fashion Library.

As for the jumpsuit, it is definitely a stunner to be worn in confidence, as perfectly executed by LaChanze. The Forbidden Garden Green Wide Legged Jumpsuit by Oyemwen appears in an olive green color complete with a sheer overlay striped with various shimmering shades of green. It also features a chic halterneck detail along with fashion-forward wide pants legs and a zipper closure. This particular piece is custom made with sizes ranging up 5X.

Shop the jumpsuit here and stun in confidence!

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Emily B Enjoys a Game of Pool Wearing Flowy Blue Jumpsuit by Fashion Nova

Emily B was spotted enjoying a game a pool where she shared that she was “feeling good, living better”. The fashionista kept it comfortable yet stylish during her game wearing a blue jumpsuit by Fashion Nova.

Emily B wore the $44.99 Calm And Relaxed Jumpsuit in blue from Fashion Nova. She paired the cozy jumpsuit with a pair of PVC sandals. She also wore her hair in a bone straight style and went for neutral tones in her makeup look.

The Calm And Relaxed Jumpsuit is the staple piece you need in your closet. The jumpsuit keeps you looking stylish even on your chill days, it is no wonder the Nova babes have called this piece “comfy, sexy, and cool”. It features a plunging v-neckline with adjustable beaded drawstrings on both sleeves. The ankles of the jumpsuit are cuffed to give off the feels of a jogger pant. While the blue color worn by Emily B is currently sold out, it is available in mocha.

What do you think? Shop the jumpsuit here.

Cynthia Bailey Revists Her Modeling Days With Throwback Photo Featuring Tyra Banks, Bethann Hardison, Iman, Naomi Campbell, and More

Cynthia Bailey took a trip down memory, or should we say “modeling”, lane as she shared a major throwback photo of a group of supermodels including herself. Cynthia Bailey captioned the photo, “Me & a whole bunch of supermodels back in the day!

Photographed by Steve Allen on December 14, 1992, the supermodels were attending the Black Girls Coalitions press conference. Founded by Bethann Hardison and Iman, the Black Girls Coalition was a group that was launched as a celebration of Black models in the fashion industry. However as the industry’s racial and stereotypical side was exposed, the group soon became an advocacy group for Black women in fashion. The press conference served as way to hold the industry fully accountable by addressing and raising awareness for the lack of representation of Black people in fashion.

Bethann Hardison can be seen in the photo with Iman leaning over her shoulder. The photo also features Tyra Banks, Veronica Webb, Kersti Bowser, Carla Otis, Gail O’Neil, Peggy Dillard, Roshumba, Naomi Campbell, Karen Alexander, Coco Mitchell, and Phina.

What an iconic photo!

Photo: Steve Allen

Rihanna Continues to Make Sure Everyone Feels Represented Through Diverse Lineup of Models and Sexier Silhouettes for 2021 Savage X Fenty Volume 3 Show: Red Carpet Looks + Appearances by Normani, Erykah Badu, Cindy Crawford, BIA and More

Didn’t they tell you that she was a savage? Rihanna wants everyone to be able to tap into their inner savage with her well-known lingerie brand, Savage X Fenty. On Friday, we all got what we’ve been waiting for: the third installment of the Savage X Fenty fashion show.

Every year in September, Rihanna puts on an epic fashion show unlike any runway event. Complete with performances from your favorite artists, Rihanna managed to bring out the sexy in just about anyone. For the Savage X Fenty Volume 3 show, Rihanna prioritized more inclusivity and all-around sexiness. You may be thinking: How does one give more of those aspects after three shows? Well, Rihanna just did it.

Taking place at the iconic Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites in Downtown Los Angeles, it was no denying the architectural beauty of the building was a quintessential star of the show. The hotel’s spiraling and circular designs found itself lit up with neon lighting and graced by the presence of some of the biggest names in music, fashion, beauty and more.

Keeping the performance element in place, we witnessed Normani, Daddy Yankee, Nas, Ricky Martin, Jazmine Sullivan, and BIA take the stage for musical presentations of their popular hit songs.

Kicking off the show, iconic supermodel Cindy Crawford was spied walking through the captivating venue wearing a hunter green satin jacquard halterneck dress by the brand. Other star-studded appearances included Erykah Badu, Emily Ratajkowski, Jeremy Pope, Gigi Hadid, Troye Sivan, Adriana Lima, Vanessa Hudgens, Symone, Joan Smalls, and Aleali May to name a few.

Different from your average fashion show, models strutted and danced in Savage X Fenty pieces with choreography executed by Parris Goebel. Coordinated yet abstract, models moved in ways that showed that your Savage X garments will stay in place and keep you sexy for whatever the day may bring you.

The lingerie and sleepwear pieces from the third show definitely brought more sexiness. While she keeps it classic with the use of lace and silky satin, Rihanna also experimented with new textures including stretch mesh, pleated lamé, chainmail, and sleek vinyl in order to capture different facets of “sexy”.

Evident since her very first show, Rihanna made sure to be even more representative of essentially everyone with each annual show. A pregnant Jana B. Thompkins performed a dance number in the $89.95 Shining Star Front-Twist Catsuit in blue. On the other hand, transgender dancer Leiomy Maldonado, aka the “Wonder Woman of Vogue”, showed us how she got her name as she vogued in the $59.95 Pleated Lamé Unlined Bra and $44.95 short. Not to mention, Rihanna dedicated a full set of the show to the guys matched with a musical homage to rapper Busta Rhymes and his discography.

Closing the show, Rihanna appeared at the top of the hotel building surrounded by the male models dressed fully in red and black pieces from the brand. For this moment, the bad gal was outfitted in a Roberto Cavalli Spring/Summer 2001 black sheer maxi dress, Savage X Fenty thigh high stockings, and point-toe heeled sandals.

Explore moments from the red carpet and show below:

Rihanna appeared on the red carpet wearing a custom Bottega Veneta look.

Rihanna performed in the Savage X Fenty show wearing a Docle and Gabbana Spring/Summer 2005 snakeskin and mesh corset, which was customized into a one-piece by the singer’s tailor Grace R. Kim. She paired the piece with Savage X Fenty lace stockings.

Rihanna wore a Maison Margiela black long slit dress, circa 2000, paired with Savage x Fenty pieces including thigh high stockings and a garter set. She completed the look with Amina Muaddi “Dalida” mules. Rih’s looks for the show were styled by Jahleel Weaver.

Jeremy Pope wore a look by the brand while appearing on the red carpet.

Joan Smalls wore a Mugler look to the Savage X Fenty show red carpet.

Gigi Hadid wore a white Versace suit to the red carpet event.

You can now shop pieces straight from the runway here! If you haven’t watched the show, it is exclusively available for viewing on Amazon Prime Video.

Photos: Getty Images / Dennis Leupold