The Los Angeles premiere of The Color Purple, held on Dec. 6, was a dazzling display of glamour and fashion finesse. The purple carpet brought out some of Hollywood’s finest including Oprah Winfrey, Alicia Keys, Halle Bailey and more.
The film stars celebrities such as Fantasia Barrino as Celie, Taraji P. Henson as Shug Avery, Danielle Brooks as Sofia, Colman Domingo as Mister, Corey Hawkins as Harpo and Ciara as Nettie. Actress Phylicia Pearl Mpasi is set to play young Celie and Halle Bailey will be presented as young Nettie.
The evening highlighted some of the best looks on the red carpet including Grammy-winning singer Alicia Keys, who was a vision in a flowy tri-colored purple gown. Her look was a perfect blend of elegance and artistic flair.
Alicia Keys at #TheColorPurple premiere pic.twitter.com/PA2XgYaozl
— 🍯🔑 (@imeverybottom) December 7, 2023
Oprah Winfrey looked stunning in a lavender long-sleeved gown. The dress, which hugged her figure, was a testament to her timeless style and grace.
Idk who’s been styling @Oprah lately but oh my goodness 💜💜 I’m obsessed she’s been killing it 🔥🔥🔥 #TheColorPurple pic.twitter.com/yKXmZRQmYK
— Janelle 🖤🥀 (@JanelleKendraa) December 7, 2023
Halle Bailey, known for her bold fashion choices, wore a striking shade of red that made her stand out on the red carpet.
Halle Bailey at the premiere of ‘The Color Purple’ pic.twitter.com/zTygwSW8PI
— Glock Topickz (@Glock_Topickz) December 7, 2023
Grammy-winning artist HER opted for an ombré off-the-shoulder purple gown, a nod to the film’s title.
HER at the World Premiere of Warner Bros.' "The Color Purple" at Academy Museum of Motion Pictures in Los Angeles, California. 😍 pic.twitter.com/Se6SSg5PLl
— Peter Dredd (@PeterDredd) December 7, 2023
Ciara on the other hand, pregnant with her fourth child, looked radiant in a white cape suit with gold metallic accents highlighting her baby bump.
Queen Ciara showcasing her huge baby bump at the Purple Carpet of the 'Color Purple' premiere ❤️ pic.twitter.com/81ghY1AWVW
— BlueprintAfric (@blueprintafric) December 7, 2023
Niecy Nash and her daughter Dia served a combination of shimmer, fur and feathers, adding a touch of whimsy to the evening’s fashion parade.
Niecy Nash and her daughter Dia looked beautiful together celebrating the upcoming release of ‘The Color Purple’!
The family resemblance is givinggg 😍
pic.twitter.com/uz2Rp5kfqZ— Okayplayer (@okayplayer) December 7, 2023
The premiere was not just a celebration of cinematic talent, but also a showcase of some of the most stunning fashion statements of the year.
The 2023 release of The Color Purple, 38 years after the original film, is a significant cultural milestone, showcasing a musical style on film that resonates with audiences. It is set to hit theaters this Christmas, Dec. 25.
