Zendaya cut an ethereal figure as she led a cavalcade of stars at the Essence Black Women In Hollywood event on Thursday.
The gala, held at the Academy Museum Of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, welcomed a dazzling array of bold names ahead of the Oscars.
But the most exciting among them was Zendaya, fresh off the release of her highly anticipated new film Dune: Part Two starring Timothee Chalamet.
She walked the wine-red carpet in a sheer silver corset that revealed a hint of cleavage and emphasized her enviably lithe body.
She wore her hair in a fashion-forward drenched look and complemented the ensemble with a shiny metal choker that evoked memories of Dune’s sci-fi aesthetic.
Zendaya cut an ethereal figure as she led a cavalcade of stars at the Essence Black Women In Hollywood event on Thursday
She walked the wine-red carpet in a sheer silver corset that revealed a hint of cleavage and emphasized her enviably lithe body.
She wore her hair in a fashion-forward drenched look and complemented the ensemble with a shiny metal choker that evoked Dune’s sci-fi aesthetic.
She could be seen working up a storm alongside her stylist Law Roach, who himself was decked out in a chic black leather robe that resembled the attire of a medieval monk.
Zendaya paired her retro top with a trendy set of loose-fitting, trendy faded jeans that were turned up at the hems to show off her sky-high stilettos.
She accentuated her unmistakable features with makeup and framed her complexion with a set of earrings that matched her bracelets.
She could be seen working up a storm alongside her stylist Law Roach, who himself was decked out in a chic black leather robe that resembled the garb of a medieval monk.
Andra Day bared her sculpted midriff in a sparkling skirt-top combo, while Beyonce’s mother Tina Lawson cut a regal figure in a floor-length black dress and Normani showed off her dancer’s legs in a dress with a staggeringly high slit.
Famous sister act Chloe and Halle Bailey, who rose to fame together as singing duo Chloe + Halle before pursuing their solo careers, were the picture of family unity, walking hand in hand down the red carpet.
Zuri Hall showed off her perky posterior and tiny waist in a figure-hugging black dress, while Brandee Evans rocked a blindingly shiny gold mini with a matching cape.
Glee alum Amber Riley was a sight to behold in a long, shiny silver dress with a metallic corset in the center, matching her open-toed heels and her earrings.
Nkechi Okoro Carroll showed off some leg in a flared mini dress reminiscent of the 1960s, while Dominique Perry summoned a hint of Vegas flair in a breezy pink gown.
Famous sister act Chloe and Halle Bailey, who rose to fame together as the singing duo Chloe + Halle before pursuing their solo careers, were the picture of familial unity, walking hand in hand down the red carpet
Zuri Hall (left) showed off her pert derriere and tiny waist in a figure-hugging black dress, while Brandee Evans (right) rocked a blindingly shiny gold mini with a matching cape
Glee alum Amber Riley was a sight to behold in a long, shiny silver dress with a metallic corset in the center, matching her open-toed heels and her earrings
Nkechi Okoro Carroll (left) showed off some leg in a flared mini dress reminiscent of the 1960s, while Dominique Perry (right) summoned a touch of Vegas flair in a breezy pink gown
Orange Is The New Black star Danielle Brooks, who is also one of the stars of new movie musical The Color Purple, wowed in a pale gold peekaboo number as she posed for the camera with her mother LaRita
Boxer-turned-real-life detective star Kali Reis found an opportunity to meet none other than Method Man himself, who happened to be dressed in a pink suit to match her jacket
Caroline Wanga, the president and CEO of Essence USA, made a statement on the red carpet in an explosively colorful double-slit dress with a sky-high headdress
Orange Is The New Black star Danielle Brooks, who is also one of the stars of new movie musical The Color Purple, wowed in a pale gold peek-a-boo number as she posed for the camera with her mother LaRita.
Comedians attended the gala, where Leslie Jones announced spring in a floral dress. Loni Love wore an elegant black gown with a mosaic motif and Gina Yashere went for the asymmetrical suit look.
Kali Reis, turned real detective, found an opportunity to meet none other than Method Man himself, who happened to be dressed in a pink suit that matched her jacket.
Caroline Wanga, the president and CEO of Essence USA, made a standout appearance on the red carpet in an explosively colorful double-slit dress and sky-high headdress.
Kat Graham was pretty in pink as she struck a statuesque pose for the photographers, while Letitia Wright draped her enviable slim body in a shimmering moss green trouser suit and Tia Mowry was business chic in pewter grey.