Janet Jackson made the dark glamour red carpet trend her own in a design by Christian Siriano for the Gala of the Stars on Thursday night at The Beverly Hilton in Los Angeles.
The “Feedback” singer wore a long-sleeve black lace gown courtesy of the American designer for Thursday night’s red carpet event. Designed with a formfitting silhouette and allover scalloped motif, the gown incorporated design elements that harkened back to Victorian-inspired style cues of the ongoing dark glamour trend.
Ornately designed, the semi-sheer, lacy construction included florals and botanical symmetrical patterning.
The sharp shoulders of the gown featured an extra layer of black lace, with a slightly plunging neckline that continued the scalloped motif incorporated throughout.
The waistline of the dress received special attention. A peplum detail added extra definition, ever-so-slightly modernizing the look and creating some material contrast. From there, the skirt of the dress flowed to the red carpet, falling in a puddle at Jackson’s feet.
When it came to accessories, Jackson incorporated statement pieces that only served to amplify the dress, rather than diminish the craft of Siriano’s design. The “That’s the Way Love Goes” singer wore statement rings and a pair of dangle earrings crafted with sinuous lines and gold hardware with diamonds.
Glam for the singer featured her blond-highlighted hair in soft waves, while her makeup included lined, smokey eyes and a glossy lip.
Dark glamour took over the red carpet in 2024 and continues to do so, with a bevy of celebrities from Lady Gaga to Zoe Saldaña embracing black lace and Victorian-style cue construction. Though black dresses have always been a red carpet mainstay, the dark glamour trend incorporates more Gothic elements for a dramatic edge, elevating the style that much further, with Jackson the latest to embrace the style.