Taraji P. Henson gave a power suit a shiny upgrade while promoting her upcoming film, “The Color Purple,” at the State of the Industry and Warner Brothers Pictures’ presentation during CinemaCon 2023. The new musical adaptation will hit theaters on Dec. 25. Henson was joined by her costars Fantasia Barrino and Danielle Brooks for an intimate conversation with the film’s director Oprah Winfrey onstage.
The Academy Award-winning actress brought sharp style to the event held at The Colosseum at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas today. Henson donned a copper ombré suit. The “Baby Boy” star’s ensemble included a blazer and coordinating flowy pants.
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Henson’s overcoat featured pointy shoulder pads, a plunging deep V-neckline, a ruched bodice and a pleated hem. To place more emphasis on her ensemble, the entertainer simply accessorized with diamond stud earrings. She styled her hair in a top knot bun and let side bangs frame her face.
Completing Henson’s outfit was a pair of sandals. The slip-on silhouette peeked out underneath her pants and included a shiny round outsole and a thick strap across the toe.
Henson is known for being a fashion fixture. She never refrains from making bold statements during appearances and on the red carpet. The entertainer tends to gravitate towards feathered, pleated and sparkling gowns featuring cutouts, slits and dramatic trains from labels like Alexandre Vauthier, Vera Wang and Giambattista Valli. Henson’s style is confident and unapologetically glamorous and so are her footwear choices. From strappy sandals to pointed-toe pumps to sneakers, the “Hidden Figures” star has a versatile shoe style that ranges from elegant to edgy.
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Ashley Rushford is the Digital Editor for Footwear News. She writes and edits stories about celebrity style, the latest fashion trends, shoe releases and exclusive interviews. Ashley received her Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism and Media Studies from Rutgers University and has written for publications like Essence Magazine and Black Enterprise. She has also supported Harlem’s Fashion Row, which is one of the most influential agencies and organizations in fashion and entertainment. Ashley’s style is a mix of cozy streetwear pieces with bold accents. She has a coveted sneaker collection that includes designs from Aleali May, Melody Eshani and the late Virgil Abloh. Ashley favors sleek and practical heels, but also loves statement-making strappy sandals and platforms as they can easily elevate any outfit.
