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RESPECT: the Fashion of Black Female Icons
October 24, 2021 · Updated October 24, 2021·By Ann Duke
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October 24, 2021 · Updated October 24, 2021
Feature Editor: Ann Duke
Photographer: J. Singleton
Fashion Stylist: Marv Neal
With the current release of Respect, the biopic depicting the Queen of Soul Aretha Franklin, there’s never been a better time to salute Black female music icons. This season’s fall fashions lend themselves perfectly to the spirit of these goddesses that we adore. Starting with the white sheath dress reminiscent of Aretha’s ethereal late-sixties look, followed by the edgy, yet elegant and flowy style of Alicia Keys. We love Tina Turner’s sexy mid-eighties comeback look and salute Beyoncé in a Single Ladies-era inspired dress. Rounding out the group is the Diva herself, Diana Ross in a gorgeous fitted gown indicative of her style. Lastly, we pay homage to animal prints in the fierce way that only Rihanna could. Join us in our nod to these legends and their iconic looks.
Alicia
Dress: Carolina Herrera, Neiman Marcus • $4,690
Jeans: Jeanous Denim • $60
Shoes: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $50
Earrings: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $30
Tank: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $20
Aretha
Dress: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $129
Shoes: Azzedine Aalaia, Neiman Marcus • $1,200
Gloves: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $15
Bracelet: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $32
Rhianna
Coat: Dolce & Gabbana, Neiman Marcus • $3,945
Bag: Saint Laurent YSL, Neiman Marcus • $2,250
Shoes: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $60
Gloves: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $15
TINA
Dress: Lovely’s
Boutique • $160
Shoes: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $60
Earrings: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $60
Beyonce
Dress: Herve Leger,
Neiman Marcus • $1,490
Glasses: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $20
Boots: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $60
Bracelet: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $32
Ring: PJazz Collections Boutique II • $20
Feature Editor: Ann Duke, ann@blacdetroit.com
Photographer: J. Singleton, jsingletonphoto.com
Fashion Stylist: Marv Neal, @marvneal, marvneal.com
Hair Stylist: Bettie Lutcher, @bvainhaircollection
Makeup Artist: Ashley Valentina, @valentina.mua, valentinaartistry.com
Models: Ashley Jones and Savannah Strawter, provided by BLAC Starling Agency
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