As the 2024 Golden Globes season officially comes to an end, let’s highlight the phenomenal black women who so casually and undeniably marked the red carpet with their essence and the black men who graced the red carpet with their swag. The ladies and gentlemen had every intention of stomping the grounds, dripping fashion, and executing the realism of trendy couture. Let’s dive right into it!

First on the List:

Fantasia

Fantasia Golden Globes — Fantasia poses on the red carpet in style at the 2024 Golden Globes in Los Angeles.
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Fantasia has made her mark every year and continuously surprises us with her style, yet, still so humble. With Fantasia's first major film being The Color Purple, she wanted to pay homage to the film. Wearing her luscious Dolce and Gabbana corset gown, showcasing a velvet bodice with a bedazzled middle section that gracefully expanded into a lavender tulle skirt while still exuding an unconventional charm. Very much so a Fantasia move. While the audience gave her extreme confidence, she would just smile and say, “God is so good” because that is what she does best. EAT and give God praise.

Janelle James Golden Globes — Janelle James poses on the red carpet in style at the 2024 Golden Globes in Los Angeles.
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2. Janelle James

“Janelle James, she gave me something. The quarantine gold sleeves are chef’s kiss” - @pinknthecity Wearing a high slit just in the right placement with a simple black dress could have been just a basic cherry on top, but no, Janelle James said 'think harder and brighter' to the Monsori collection. She enlightened the girls’ girls with her perfect touch of fashion enabling the golden sheath to be its own paid actress. As the sleeves were to the floor, so were our jaws. Yes ma’am. Yet, still simple enough, that anyone at the Golden Globe understood her assignment. The it factor was tagged at this point, and she won!

3. Trevor Noah

If you want a guy to come to a red carpet looking his best, this is the man that will do it for us, every time. Trevor does not ever say much, but his outfit always speaks volumes. His black loafers gave his outfit the extra gloss it needed to sum up his perfect polished look. If you ever thought he was done, he always finished with an “I got more.” style mentality. “Trevor Noah showed the guys how to “throw a suit and get it tapered up” or whatever JZ said '' -@pinknthecity Trevor wore a nice mellow all-black tuxedo that fit him nicely to the inch of his helm. He never told us the secret of where the outfit was from, but as he always does best, he will continuously keep us guessing. Honestly and truly Trevor, what is next?

4. Lenny Kravitz

Caution: Extreme biases are about to take place. However, Lenny Kravitz can do no wrong in anyone's eyes. He oversteps boundaries in fashion that dare him to be different and put that thang on. That is what fashion is all about anyway, right? Wearing what you love and making your world love your fit just because you do. Lenny does it well with great confidence. "His McQueen side-cut blazer had the audience at the Golden Globes in awe. Lenny knew he should not be causing risk factors as such, but would he be Lenny if he didn’t? Again, Mr, Kravitz please get off our neck, it is disrespectful. His Christian Louboutin Aiglissima leather boots gave us the spin that our heads needed. To add to the madness he had his signature shades and jewelry from Chrome Hearts and New York Vintage that leveled up his look.

Sheryl Lee Ralph Golden Globes — Sheryl Lee Ralph poses on the red carpet in style at the 2024 Golden Globes in Los Angeles.
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5. Sheryl Lee Ralph

“Looking like everyone’s regal auntie per usual” -@pinknthecity giving us not what we thought we wanted, but exactly what we needed. The modest puffer sleeves and the fact that they were yellow are always a plus. YES PLEASE. Simplistic with a little pop. Gathering just around the bust was her ever-so-fitting black velvet Safiyaa gown. Her presence on the carpet made everyone feel that the Queen was in town! For accessories, she added a shining Daniel Williams diamond necklace and a Fernando Jorge ring. This finished her look perfectly and the needs of the people were indeed met.

Through the fashion choices and hard work these black celebrities simply left their mark on the red carpet. Each individual showcased a unique style that blended innovation with a timeless charm. From Fantasia's homage to "The Color Purple" to Janelle James's transformative touch on the Monsori collection, Trevor Noah's consistent polished looks, Lenny Kravitz's daring fashion statements, and Sheryl Lee Ralph's regal presence, this year's Golden Globe attendees truly exemplified the artistry and creativity that define the intersection of fashion and entertainment. As the curtain falls on this year’s season, the fashion legacy created by these legendary individuals continues to resonate, inspiring and leaving an indelible mark on the world of style.

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