The 2024 NAACP Image Awards will honor the accomplishments of Black creatives in film, television and music on Saturday in Los Angeles. Queen Latifah will return to emcee the ceremony after hosting for the first time in 2023.
As the stars start rolling in, WWD recaps the early red carpet arrivals.
Danielle Brooks
Danielle Brooks, who starred in the NAACP Image Award-winning film, “The Color Purple,” sported a long-sleeved black gown accessorized with layered gold bangles.
June Ambrose
June Ambrose, this year’s Vanguard Award recipient, channeled the black and white trend in a floral Bibhu Mohapatra gown from the label’s spring 2024 collection.
John Boyega
John Boyega’s three-piece pinstripe suit consisted of a trench coat, double-breasted blazer and straight-leg trousers. Underneath, the “Star Wars” actor wore a crisp white shirt, completing his look with black patent leather shoes.
Nathalie Emmanuel
Nathalie Emmanuel opted for a sheer Alberta Feretti gown featuring draped satin details. The “Game of Thrones” star was styled by Jason Bolden, whose other clients include Justin Timberlake, Yara Shahidi and “Euphoria” actress Storm Reid.
Misty Copeland
Misty Copeland paired a plunging white blouse with black high-waisted trousers and a lace bustier. The ballerina also added on a hot pink satin Manolo Blahnik clutch and black open-toe heels.
Jabari Banks
Jabari Banks wore a black suit featuring a cropped double-breasted blazer with bold shoulders and flared trousers. The “Bel-Air” actor accessorized with chunky lug sole shoes and slim wraparound shades.
