Taraji P. Henson made a striking fashion statement at the Los Angeles premiere of “Why Did I Get Married Again?” The Oscar-nominated actress hit the red carpet in a dramatic deconstructed dress by Rick Owens. Her unusual black-and-white look quickly became one of the standout fashion moments of the evening.
The fashion moment came just days after Taraji P. Henson showed off a striking orange bikini during her Mexico getaway.
Taraji P. Henson’s Zebra-Effect Dress Turns Heads
According to Women’s Wear Daily, Taraji P. Henson wore a textured black-and-white gown by the American designer for Tuesday night’s premiere at the Harmony Gold Theater in Los Angeles.
The dress showcased a distinctive zebra-effect design with deconstructed fabric and dramatic layering. The gown featured an off-the-shoulder neckline and long sleeves. Its form-fitting silhouette showed off the actress’s figure before extending into a fishtail train that followed her down the red carpet.
As reported by Women’s Wear Daily, the design reflected several elements often seen in Rick Owens’ work. The designer has long been known for dark tones, deconstructed details and avant-garde designs.
Completing the Look With Sleek Glam
The actress paired the bold gown with equally polished beauty choices. According to Women’s Wear Daily, she wore her hair in a sleek pixie cut with a deep side part.
Her makeup added another dramatic touch to the look. Taraji P. Henson wore bold brows, smoky and lined eyes and voluminous lashes. A glossy lip completed her red carpet glam.
The actress later gave fans a closer look at her outfit on Instagram. Henson shared a carousel of photos from the premiere and credited the team behind her appearance.
“Working with your friends is always the best,” she wrote in the caption.
She also thanked Tyler Perry, Netflix, and the cast and crew behind the new movie. The actress said she was excited for viewers to meet her character, Roselyn.
Taraji P. Henson credited stylist Kollin Carter for putting together the look. She also tagged makeup artist Saisha Beecham, hairstylist Tym Wallace, and the Rick Owens fashion label.
Taraji P. Henson’s Famous Friends Loved Her Premiere Look
Henson’s Instagram post quickly drew praise from several famous friends.
La La Anthony responded with a string of fire and heart-eyes emojis. “I mean…” she wrote alongside the enthusiastic reaction.
Niecy Nash also shared her admiration for the actress’s appearance. “Stunning friend!!!!” Nash wrote in the comments.
Jussie Smollett, who previously starred alongside Taraji P. Henson in “Empire,” had a similarly enthusiastic response. The actor wrote, “Freakin perfection Queen.”
A Special Night for the New Netflix Movie
As reported by Just Jared, Henson is new to the “Why Did I Get Married?” franchise and joins the third installment as Roselyn.
The movie reunites many members of the original cast more than 16 years after the previous film. Tyler Perry once again wrote, directed and produced the latest chapter while reprising his role as Terry.
“Why Did I Get Married Again?” follows the longtime friends as they reunite for another wedding. The new generation’s relationships also prompt the group to reflect on their own marriages.
For Taraji P. Henson, the special screening offered the perfect chance to celebrate her new role with the cast and creative team. Her dramatic Rick Owens gown ensured that her fashion also got plenty of attention.
Meanwhile, Emily Ratajkowski turned heads in a plunging black mini dress during a Rome outing with boyfriend Romain Gavras and her 5-year-old son, Sly.
