Governor-elect Keisha Lance Bottoms wore red to Tyler Perry’s ‘The Gospel of Christmas’ premiere, joined by Fantasia, Eva Marcille and more.
All eyes are on Atlanta right now, and Keisha Lance Bottoms is a big reason why.
Less than a week after Georgia voters made her the first Black woman elected governor in U.S. history, Bottoms hit the red carpet last night for Tyler Perry’s “The Gospel of Christmas.” She brought that winning energy and vibe with her, just days after naming Perry a co-chair of her transition team.
Her color of choice for the night? Powerhouse red.
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Since the win, her name has flooded timelines, headlines, emails and, we would assume, group chats nationwide. And across her city, the celebration hasn’t stopped. On Sunday, Usher paused his RNB tour show to honor her in front of a sold-out crowd, with hometown rapper Jeezy joining him for the tribute.
A night later, Atlanta got to see her shine again, this time at Tyler Perry’s premiere.
For the big night, Bottoms chose a red double-breasted suit with sharp peak lapels and buttons down the front. She paired the blazer with a matching red collared blouse and relaxed-fit pants. Pointed black pumps broke up the red, while gold hoops and a bracelet added attitude.
With a deep side part, her shoulder-length curls fell full around her face, and neutral nails finished her glam. Bold red tailoring is power dressing at its best, and the woman wearing it is about to lead Georgia.
On the carpet, she posed with Perry and her mother, Sylvia Robinson. Perry stood between them in a check suit and camel turtleneck. Smiling like a proud mama, Robinson looked amazing in a black outfit with jeweled accents and silver curls framing her face.
With the governor-elect setting the tone, Atlanta’s finest came out dressed for Perry’s big night. Written and directed by Perry, “The Gospel of Christmas” stars Fantasia and Tank, with music produced by Kirk Franklin.
Across the carpet, black velvet, sequins, and rich neutrals ran through the night. Keep scrolling for our favorite looks.
The film’s leading lady arrived in white. Fantasia wore a one-shoulder gown with a sculpted, draped bodice and a thin black band at the waist. A twisted knot at the hip sent the skirt flowing into a long train. She finished the look with her signature cropped cut, with a blunt bang, statement earrings and red nails. Fantasia looked like the star of the night, and she knew it.
The man of the hour went grown and polished. Perry wore a light check suit with a camel turtleneck and draped a long brown velvet coat over his shoulders. Brown leather shoes and his signature glasses kept every piece in the same warm family. Velvet for a Christmas premiere was the right call.
Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett chose comfort with polish. She wore a blush zip-up jacket and matching flared pants, both trimmed with white stripes. Pointed brown pumps and long, sleek waves dressed the set all the way up. On a carpet full of gowns, her tracksuit moment held its own.
Crystal Renee matched the red backdrop in a one-shoulder top with oversized ruffles at the neckline and waist. She paired it with black velvet pants and pointed black pumps. Gold cuffs and a small black bag with a gold handle added a must-see metallic moment. Her big, voluminous curls framed her face and completed the holiday glam.
“America’s Next Top Model” icon Eva Marcille brought supermodel polish to the carpet. The former “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” star wore a crisp black button-up with a high collar, cinched at the waist with a wrap belt finished in tassels. Below it, a feathered maxi skirt faded from white to hot pink to black. Pointed black pumps and a sleek, slicked-back updo balanced all that movement.
On a night full of velvet and sequins, Eva brought the feathers.
Tank, who plays Pastor Isaac in the film, wore an open charcoal knit with a sparkling texture, a chain necklace, gray pleated pants, and black loafers. Zena Foster matched his fly in a strapless black column dress with long black leather gloves and pointed pumps. Together, they made the case for all-black holiday dressing.
Yolanda Adams wore a long-sleeve black dress covered in oversized sequins. Long honey-blonde waves spilled over all that sparkle, and a smoky eye pulled her glam together. Under the carpet lights, every sequin caught the flash.
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