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This season, the heat radiating from the stars seems to defy the cooling touch of any breeze. While the mood has certainly been celebratory, the ensembles are stirring up a storm of their own. Shoulders are left bare with daring cut-out details, while even the drapes of gowns take on a sexy twist. Whether at premieres or press rounds, these stars have been spotted in standout looks that are drenched in fierce loyalty to their personal style.

Sheer fabrics and drapes continued to reign supreme on the red carpets, particularly at the Gypsy Broadway opening night. Meanwhile, the flurry of movie premieres brought a wave of sartorial bliss to our timelines. Metallic dresses, in particular, became a ubiquitous symbol of style at these events, with colors that were predictably festive and exuberantly upbeat.

The Looks

At the A Complete Unknown World premiere, Kiki Layne made a stunning entrance in a velvet Nedret Taciroglu dress. The star has been a regular on the premiere circuit lately, and with each appearance, she never fails to wow in a chic, flowy gown. This particular frock featured an asymmetric bodice, adding a unique flair to the design, while its high slit revealed the lush silk fabric beneath.

Audra McDonald stole the spotlight at the Gypsy Broadway opening night, donning a metallic red off-shoulder Christian Siriano dress. While her raw talent revived the show, the frock itself was a timeless display of style. Meanwhile, Tika Sumpter merged corset and sheer details in a simple yet impactful black dress for the premiere of Sonic The Hedgehog. Though the silhouettes and textures differed, the shared charm of their gowns united them in true “parry girl” fashion, proving that both stars know how to make a statement.

Joy Woods also embraced sparkle in a chic lavender gown that radiated effortless elegance. With its draped neckline, the gown exuded a carefree appeal while effortlessly channeling a modish, whimsical aura.