The very talented and always hilarious Tracee Ellis Ross made a major statement Tuesday night, choosing only to wear outfits from black designers for the 2018 American Music Awards.
The "black-ish" star and AMA host wore 10 outfits the entire night. From a sleek black dress to a power suit, Ross was ready for any performer or occasion.
(MORE: American Music Awards recap: Swift sets record for most awards, Cardi B returns to stage post-pregnancy)In promos for the show, she joked about having an "unlimited" wardrobe budget. But her outfit changes were really a way to promote so many diverse and talented designers.
Before the show kicked off, Ross tweeted, "I’ve featured black designers in all of my @AMAs press looks, and will do the same for all my show looks tonight! Stay tuned for look-by-look details!"
I’ve featured black designers in all of my @AMAs press looks, and will do the same for all my show looks tonight! Stay tuned for look-by-look details!#AMAs
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 9, 2018
And she wasn't kidding -- she shared them all on social media. Scroll down to see all her looks!
The power suit!
First, she rocked a Pyer Moss suit by Kerby Jean-Raymond. According to its official website, "Pyer Moss aims to use its voice and platform to challenge social narratives and evoke dialogue."
.@AMAs Red Carpet: POWER SUIT @PyerMoss suit@LouboutinWorld pumps@JacobAndCo necklace@DjulaJewelry earring@MattiaCielo earring
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 9, 2018
Styled by @Karla_Welch #AMAs? ?? ? pic.twitter.com/hjhGcJtdOS
An opening number only outshined by that cape!
This beautiful cape by Dapper Dan of Harlem covered a Nicolas Jebran bodysuit. Dapper Dan just landed a big partnership with Gucci!
.@AMAs opening number: We are a new kind of army. We lean on each other. We have each other’s backs. @DapperDanHarlem cape@Nicolas_Jebran sequin bodysuit@Nike Air Force 1s@JacobAndCo necklace & earrings@LillianShalomLA custom grill#AMAs pic.twitter.com/w2tQpseeOF
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 10, 2018
Gold!
This CD Greene shining dress definitely stood out, but as the designer's official mission statement boasts, was just as comfortable for Ross to wear as it was glamorous.
"CD Greene sculpts his dresses for effortless comfort allowing each piece to effortlessly flow and drape around the body," his website reads. "Each CD Greene design starts with a personal appointment with his customer. Pencil and sketch pad in hand, Greene fastidiously notes the detail of each woman’s shape and form with all the prowess of a master craftsman."
GOLDEN GIRL
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 10, 2018
CD Greene gold sequin dress@AMAs#AMAs pic.twitter.com/TdNyGYStae
Rock the vote!
For this relaxed number, Ross chose a Shanel Campbell skirt. Campbell is a 26-year-old Bronx native, who graduated from Parsons and has worked with the likes of Solange Knowles and Ciara.
#VOTE
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 10, 2018
Shanel Campbell skirt@AminahJillil shoes@xkarla x @WhenWeAllVote VOTE tee@AMAs #AMAs pic.twitter.com/vhtPrpLITW
You fancy huh?
For this dazzling dress, Ross chose Off-White, "a fashion label rooted in current culture at a taste-level particular to now."
"The result is to be a young brand embracing the now in a sophisticated manner," the website reads. You can say that again!
POWER TULLE@OffWht dress@LouboutinWorld pumps@AMAs #AMAs pic.twitter.com/6TCIPhtAhl
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 10, 2018
Check out this outfit. Meow!
Totally blending in. So casual. @SergioTheExpert bodysuit, gloves, belt, and beret@CesareCasadei pumps@Gucci shades@AMAs #AMAs pic.twitter.com/EHS0bUt6RY
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 10, 2018
Bust a move Tracee!
The designer of this dress, LAVIEbyCK, made sure to use color that popped, while having the host comfortable enough to dance to all the great music.
The backstory behind LAVIE's founder is just as compelling as her designs.
"Claude Kameni was raised in Cameroon where her passion for fashion was cultivated," her site explains. "After relocating to the United States she was blessed to have the opportunity to mold and enhance her skills. Her personal dedication rubs off in her creations and the smiles they create."
LEVELING UP@LAVIEbyCK dress@StuartWeitzman earrings & pumps@AMAs #AMAs pic.twitter.com/bLFzPB0j1Q
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 10, 2018
Totes gorgeous.
The next designer needs no introduction. This sleek look by Balmain was accompanied by jewelry from Amwaj of Dubai. Just stunning.
BALMAIN BLACK TIE @Balmain dress@LouboutinWorld pumps @Amwaj_Jewelry earrings@AMAs #AMAs pic.twitter.com/xTW0G4rBKB
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 10, 2018
Blue-ish.
This DÈSHON suit really was an eye-catching ensemble, topped off with Tamara Mellon shoes.
BLUE NOTE
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 10, 2018
DÈSHON suit, earring, & brooch@TamaraMellon pumps@AMAs #AMAs pic.twitter.com/JStjM79C4B
That million-dollar smile!
Ross was obviously overjoyed to close the night in a outfit by Cushnie.
Cushnie is a "luxury women’s ready-to-wear and accessories brand designed in New York by Carly Cushnie."
CLOSING IN CUSHNIE@CUSHNIE jumpsuit@JimmyChoo pumps @AMAs #AMAs pic.twitter.com/ZYciRmQIj6
— Tracee Ellis Ross (@TraceeEllisRoss) October 10, 2018
