Actress Gabrielle Union has redefined the concept of "look of the day" by flaunting two trendy outfits during her press rounds in New York City on June 13. Starting her day in Midtown, the 50-year old Bring It On star was seen sporting a chic gray monochrome ensemble. The outfit included a long double-breasted coat over a plunging gray sweater, which was paired with a matching gray miniskirt. Union completed her look with a stunning pendant necklace and soft, understated makeup.
Monochrome dressing experienced a significant resurgence in January 2021, thanks to the likes of Vice President Kamala Harris, First Lady Jill Biden, and former First Lady Michelle Obama, who all donned outfits consisting of one single color at the inauguration of President Joe Biden and Harris. Since then, the trend has continued to gain momentum, with fashion giants such as Max Mara, Stella McCartney, Elie Saab, and others showcasing their latest uni-hue designs on the runways of their Spring/Summer 2023 collections.
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Union displayed her fashion prowess on Tuesday, donning a stunning hot pink outfit that perfectly embodied the Barbiecore trend. The actress stunned onlookers in a well-tailored fuchsia jacket paired with a rosy mini dress, exuding a vibrant energy as she strolled through the streets of New York City. This trendy use of pink can be traced back to Pier Paolo Piccioli's fall 2022 Valentino collection, which featured a stunning array of pink and black pieces, sparking a newfound love for the flirty hue amongst fashion enthusiasts.
He expressed his intrigue towards the concept of introspection and delving further, as he shared with Vogue in an interview during that time. He further elaborated that the hue was intended to amplify one's senses.
In addition, the upcoming release of Greta Gerwig's Barbie has intensified our love for the color pink. Sarah Greenwood, the production designer for the film set to premiere on July 21st, disclosed in a recent interview with Architectural Digest that the set required an immense amount of pink paint, leading to a shortage on an international level. It is no shock that Union's impeccable fashion choices are perfectly timed, as the actress from Nebraska has consistently delivered standout style moments.
Her appearance at the Met Gala last month was a showstopper. Honoring the legacy of the late Karl Lagerfeld, she donned a stunning fiery red ensemble by Prada. The outfit featured a striking crocodile-embossed coat and a floor-length gown with a cascading train that added to the drama of her entrance.