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As we wrap up 2023, the time has formally come for us to vote for the FABY’s ‘Fashionista of the Yr,’ and based mostly on the fierce competitors, this received’t be simple.
From Beyoncé serving leading edge realness on her Renaissance tour, to Rihanna styling her child bump in essentially the most avant-garde means, and Cardi B placing the “C” in couture, celebrities didn’t disappoint as they arrived on the scene with fashion, and style.
The Fashionista’s under, also referred to as the trendsetters, stylista’s and trailblazers within the leisure business are people who’ve stayed forward of the curve, showcasing their daring sense of style in essentially the most charming seems to be. Nevertheless, it’s as much as our readers to resolve which fashionista was the very best amongst the bunch.
Forward our this 12 months’s nominees for ‘Fashionista of the Yr!’
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Beyoncé
Earlier this 12 months in February when Beyoncé introduced her Renaissance World Tour, nobody might have imagined how onerous she would come, however in fact in true style, she had the most well liked seems to be in rotation. The Houston native kicked off her tour in Stockholm, Sweden and from the second she took the stage, we knew she was going to close it down.
From customized Alexander McQueen, Balmain, Valdrin Sahiti, to a shimmering catsuit by Loewe, and a completely monogramed Ivy Park costume, the leading edge seems to be had been countless. Her inventive staff which consists of stylists like Shiona Turini, Julia Sarr Jamois, and KJ Moody ensured that Bey regarded elevated and fashion-forward all through the complete tour and it’s estimated that Beyoncé wore over 140 stage outfits which is greater than sufficient to fill an artwork museum. If anybody has made the stage their canvas, it actually was Beyoncé .
Rihanna
With an estimated web value of 1.4 billion {dollars}, Rihanna can put on completely any designer that she wishes, and as one of many youngest self-made billionaires, the ‘Fenty Magnificence’ founder manages to maintain issues hip and recent. Regardless of being pregnant each this 12 months and final together with her and A$AP Rocky’s offsprings, RiRi hasn’t let up. The Bajan Princess turned it up a notch together with her regal purple carpet moments, and accessorized her child bump in essentially the most progressive and eye-popping means.
In February of this 12 months, everybody was anticipating Rihanna’s half time efficiency on the Tremendous Bowl, however nobody might have anticipated her explosive reveal. Wearing an all purple monochromatic Loewe jumpsuit in honor of the late Andre Leon Talley, Rihanna left followers and media shops alike in a frenzy as she debuted her child bump.
However depart it to the ‘Diamonds’ singer to glisten and shine all through her complete being pregnant together with her extremely fashionable wardrobe that diverse from cropped tops and dishevelled denims to thigh-high boots, and Timberlands. If anybody took maternity put on to the following degree, it’s Rihanna who strutted the pavement in stilettos whereas carrying Child RZA on the hip. For that cause alone, RIRI get’s two snaps & a twirl.
Cardi B
Since Cardi B first landed on the scene in 2015, to now, the ‘Bodak Yellow’ star has developed into a mode icon, and maybe it due to her stylist Kollin Carter who ensures she’s dripped in essentially the most notable designs.
We love Cardi B for her authenticity, however we additionally recognize her potential to take dangers within the style world. Her tribute to the late Karl Lagerfeld on the Met Gala was transformative, consisting of 4 completely different excessive seems to be that confirmed off a poised, elegant and posh facet to Cardi B. To not point out how fierce she regarded throughout Paris Vogue Week, and all her fantastic seems to be whereas selling her newest music video “Bongos.”
Lori Harvey
When is Lori Harvey not the discuss of social media? The mannequin and SKKN founder has been within the limelight all 12 months whereas beforehand courting Actor Damson Idris, and happening as many tropical baecations that you can think of. From the chicest swimsuits and straw hats, to jazzing it up whereas out in town, and attending Paris Vogue exhibits, Harvey continues to depart a tantalizing spell on all her secret admirers together with her extremely intercourse enchantment.
Kim Kardashian
Kim Okay has had an eventful 12 months within the style world, collaborating and curating a Dolce & Gabbana assortment, and likewise turning into the face of Marc Jacobs Fall 2023 marketing campaign. To not point out all of the sickening ALAÏA that she rocked all 12 months lengthy, and her Swarovski X Skim partnership that left her dripped within the most interesting diamonds. Kim Kardashian reminds us that she’s nonetheless THAT GIRL!
Kelly Rowland
Kelly Rowland doesn’t appear to age, and each time we flip our heads, we’re enamored by how beautiful and unimaginable she manages to tug herself collectively. The previous Future Little one member has shined this 12 months in items by designers like Georges Hobeika, LaQuan Smith, Rahul Mishra, and Annakiki. Kelly wasn’t afraid to take dangers this 12 months, and that’s why she’s on our listing for 2023.
Fantasia Barrino
2023 has been Fantasia’s 12 months, and he or she has undoubtedly ending the 12 months off with a BANG together with her newest movie “The Coloration Purple,” the place she performed main girl “Celie.” The American Idol winner, turned Actress has been on a press tour all 12 months lengthy, serving excessive couture in among the most beautiful ensembles. Her staff which consists of Vogue Stylist Daniel Hawkins, Hairstylist Derickus Crawford, Make-up artist TLC Divo and photographer Salvatore DeMaio, are a superb partnership as a result of we’ve by no means seen Fantasia look higher. What makes Fantasia a fashionista is her confidence, and skill to ship “WOW” issue each single time.
Keke Palmer
Keke Palmer is on the rise, and should you thought she got here with fierce seems to be in 2023, you simply could need to brace your self for 2024. The Actress, Singer, and TV Host gave beginning to her son Child Leo in February, and her snatch again recreation was actual. Not solely did she rapidly shed kilos after giving beginning, and embrace her new discovered hips, however she additionally shone brightly in virtually all the things she wore. KeKe was the quintessential poster woman for designer Sergio Hudson, as she flourished at varied gatherings this 12 months in Hudson’s superbly crafted designs.
Teyana Taylor
With the nickname, “Spike Tey,” Artistic Director, Singer, and Actress Teyana Taylor is in her personal lane, and the queen of her area. It was nice to witness all of the fruits of all her labor this 12 months with Taylor starring in “A Thousand Roses” and successful a BET Award for “Video Director of the Yr.” To not point out how fashion-forward she regarded all 12 months lengthy in a wide range of Thom Browne and Rick Owens seems to be. Teyana Taylor is proud to say she types herself, and has opened doorways few might have opened alone. Her distinct fashion and individuality make her among the best dressed fashionistas of 2023 and of our era.
Savannah James
Spouse to Lebron James, Savannah James is the epitome of a ride-or-die who has been by her man’s facet since their Excessive Faculty days. Her pure magnificence shines via and this 12 months we noticed Savannah’s fashion progress in a sophisticated and polished means, due to stylist Icon Ideas. From choosing luxurious fits, to glamming it up on the purple carpet, and dabbling with daring colours, Savannah like her husband could also be one of many MVP’s within the style world.
JLO
Jenny from the block has undoubtedly spiced issues up together with her wardrobe, conserving issues haute for her husband Ben Affleck. With a dancer physique that features abs for days, we noticed Jennifer Lopez displaying off her curves in designers like Magda Butrym, Schiaparelli, and Valentino. She integrated cutouts, ruffles, and chiffon into her fashion, and we appreciated how refined and elevated JLO regarded this 12 months.
Mary J. Blige
One factor about Mary J. Blige is that she’s going to tug out the fur and thigh excessive boots as she two-steps throughout a stage, and he or she did precisely that. The R&B singer’s fashion has developed over time to replicate the true DIVA that she is. Her stylists Mauricia Henry and Jeremy Haynes did fairly an unimaginable job with discovering flattering clothes that regarded elegant and fashionable on the “Actual Love” singer. From bodysuits paired with brief shorts, to embellished robes paired with Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery, Mary regarded extra trendy and youthful than a few of her youthful friends within the music business.
LaLa
With magnificence & brains, LaLa gave fundamental character power this 12 months in a sequence of trendy ensembles that may undoubtedly seduce of favourite rappers and ball gamers. We noticed the “Energy” Actress slaying occasions in tow together with her bestie Kim Kardashian, and it was nice to see LaLa accentuating her coke bottle physique with sheer and lace attire, whereas choosing daring equipment for a end really feel. Stilettos occurred to be her go-to shoe, and this fashionista served previous Hollywood glamour on quite a few events.
Monica
Monica confirmed us this 12 months that she is certainly a style woman, who isn’t afraid to take calculated dangers to serve some head-turning seems to be. The R&B singer had many fashionable outings in 2023 that included each formal, informal and streetwear, however we actually noticed her fashionista title shine via together with her monochromatic ensembles. Suppose matching Valentino, Vetements, Versace and Dolce & Gabbana seems to be that felt cohesive, and ahead.
KARRUECHE TRAN
Karrueche Tran has made a reputation and model for herself, turning into a extremely wanted Actress who makes use of her Private Shopper background within the style business to place collectively among the most futuristic seems to be collectively. She does an distinctive job of carrying garments which are flattering to her 5’1 body, and her new brief pixie hair minimize suits her face completely, including a little bit of edge to her stylish but provocative outfits. Whether or not she’s on a purple carpet, or strolling down the streets of Los Angeles, you’ll at all times catch Karrueche dripped from head to toe.
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