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Serena Williams Goes Classic in Suede Pumps and LBD for the Essence Black Women in Business Dinner

The tennis icon continues to showcase her love for elevated footwear with suede pumps and sophisticated style.
Serena Williams attends the 2024 ESSENCE Black Women in Business Dinner at the Four Seasons New Orleans
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On Saturday, the Four Seasons Hotel in New Orleans played host to the Essence Black Women in Business Dinner. Tennis legend Serena Williams attended the event in an ensemble that showcased both elegance and strength with her footwear standing out.

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Styled by Lyndrea Price, Williams wore a sleek, black Dolce & Gabbana dress that accentuated her athletic build. The dress featured a structured bustier top, giving the classic look a modern edge.

Serena Williams attends the 2024 ESSENCE Black Women in Business Dinner at the Four Seasons New Orleans
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Her footwear choice was a pair of suede pointed-toe pumps. These shoes, with their clean design and neutral tone, perfectly complemented her outfit, adding length to her silhouette and an estimated 4 inches to her height.

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Serena Williams attends the 2024 ESSENCE Black Women in Business Dinner at the Four Seasons New Orleans
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Williams accessorized with a pearl necklace and a simple bracelet from Audemars Piguet, which enhanced her look without overpowering it. Her blond hair was styled in soft waves, framing her face.

The tennis star has shown a clear affinity for elevated footwear that pairs perfectly with her ensembles. In June, Serena Williams attended the Tribeca Film Festival premiere of her docuseries, “In the Arena: Serena Williams,” donning a blush pink look complemented by satin platform heels in the same shade, adding an elevated height to her already tall stature.

A few days later, Williams traveled to Paris for Fashion Week, where she sat front row at the Thom Browne show. She wore a pair of black leather dress shoe-inspired heels designed by Browne himself. Her footwear featured sleek black leather uppers, coordinating black lace-up closures, embossed detailing, and curved 2- to 3-inch heels.

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