Angela Bassett Towers in Satin Black Peep-Toe Platforms at Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS
Amina Ayoud
Assistant Digital Editor
Angela Bassett attended the Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS at The Beverly Hills Hotel held in Los Angeles yesterday. Bassett acted as the host of the night alongside Courtney B. Vance.
Reaching new heights, the “Black Panther” star sported a pair of towering black platform sandal heels. Although they were hard to see over the hem of her dress, the footwear featured satin black uppers, breezy rounded open toes and sky-high platform soles that gave the thespian a substantial boost.
Bassett’s footwear was secured in place thanks to thin but sturdy straps that sat across the tops of her toes and around her ankles. 4 to 5-inch block heels rounded out the lofty set. Many celebrities are a fan of platform styles, Bassett included.
Shining bright, Bassett was outfitted in a Dolce & Gabbana metallic silver gown featuring an asymmetrical and criss-crossing bodice and a billowing pleated floor-sweeping skirt that eclipsed her footwear. Rounding out her look, the actress toted a silver rectangular clutch in a structural style along with dazzling Bulgari jewelry.
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Bassett is known for bringing the pizzazz on and off the red carpet. The “9-1-1” star has an affinity for bold hues, monochrome moments, sophisticated classics and printed pantsuits. As for footwear, she’s likely to complete her wardrobe with sharp pumps, an open-toe silhouette, block-heeled sandals, and towering heels.
Elizabeth Taylor Ball to End AIDS was held at the Beverly Hills Hotel in Los Angeles on Sept. 21. The event was hosted by Angela Bassett and Courtney B. Vance and aimed at fighting against HIV and AIDS. The event was backed by Bulgari and also included a dinner, an auction in partnership with Christie’s and a performance from famed songstress Gladys Knight. Notable attendees included Paris Jackson, EJ Johnson, Jennifer Tilly, Angela Bassett and Earvin “Magic” Johnson among others.
About the Author
Amina Ayoud is an Assistant Digital Editor for Footwear News, where she writes stories about everything from celebrity style to breaking fashion and shoe releases. Ayoud cultivated a love of all things fashion early in life thanks to a deep love of fashion history and the luxury industry. In her free time, Ayoud is a self-proclaimed fashion nerd and thriftaholic.
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