The17th annual Harlem's Fashion Row Fashion Show & Style Awardstransformed New York City with A-listers making bold statements. As the unofficial kickoff toNew York Fashion Week, the event hosted a strong Hollywood presence with stars likeTracee Ellis RossandSteph Curryin strikingBottega Venetaensembles providing the event understated glamor.
Tracee Ellis Ross, swept the red carpet in a show-stopping Bottega Venetaleather trench coatfrom the comingWinter '24 collection. The vibrant vermilion hue of the coat, a nod to the brand's penchant for unexpected color play, served as a bold counterpoint to the event's backdrop. Ellis Ross paired the statement piece with the label's goldenRocket mules($1,600) their sculptural heels adding an architectural element to the look. To complete the look, Ross donned Bottega's whimsicalSardine earrings($1,100), adding a touch of playfulness to the ensemble.
Steph Curry Courtside High Fashion
Meanwhile, NBA superstarSteph Currytraded his Golden State Warriors jersey for elevated casual wear. Curry sported alight cotton twill jacket($3,200) from Bottega Veneta, its sage green hue a refreshing departure from traditional menswear palettes. Underneath, a crispcotton rib jersey tank($550) provided a classic foundation, whiledenim trousers($1,100) and the brand'sHaddock lace-up boots($1,700) completed the look with rugged sophistication. The overall effect was one of effortless style – a slam dunk in the fashion game.
Drama Off the Runway: Naomi Campbell's Pointed Remarks
While the red carpet dazzled with fashion choices, iconic supermodelNaomi Campbell**’s**choice wordsfrom her acceptance speech for herFashion Icon Awardwent viral. Campbell, fashionably late as ever, used her moment in the spotlight to reply toDame Anna Wintour**.**
"It wasn't my choice to have the other lady," Campbell quipped, referring to Wintour's introduction. "I'd much rather have this," she added, gesturing to Harper's Bazaar editor-in-chiefSamira Nasr, who had provided a second introduction. The remark added a frisson of excitement to an already electrifying evening.
A Night of Legends and Rising Stars
The event, aptly themed "Night of Legends," celebrated established and emerging talent in the fashion industry. DesignersA. Potts,Latouché, andNicole Benefield Portfolioshowcased collections that pushed boundaries and reimagined classic silhouettes.
As the night drew to a close, the event highlighted the enduring influence of Black voices in fashion. From Ellis Ross and Curry championing luxury houses like Bottega Veneta, to industry titans like Campbell boldly challenging the status quo, Harlem's Fashion Row once again proved to be a powerful platform for established and emerging industry talent.