After hitting the carpet in a custom wine-colored sequined gown from Stella McCartney and Tamara Mellon sandals, American Music Awards host Tracee Ellis Ross took the stage in an assortment of statement-making ensembles.
For one look, the “Black-ish” actress appeared in a gold couture tiered number by designer Ronald van der Kemp and stiletto heels.
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Dressed in another lavish outfit, the 45-year-old star sported silver metallic thigh-high boots from Aldo along with a white crop top paired with a cream-colored asymmetrical tulle skirt.
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In a tribute to her mom Diana Ross, the former “Girlfriends” star donned a shirt (resurrected from a garage) from her mother’s 1981 performance with Michael Jackson. Completing the look, she wore matching socks and Mary Jane pumps.
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Ross also showed up in a ’70s-inspired ice-blue fringed and beaded Paco Rabanne top and skirt along with matching heeled sandals and turquoise jewelry.
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Ross wowed the crowd with a plunging embellished peplum number, accessorized with oversized hoops and round-toe stiletto pumps.
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Here’s how to procure Ross’ silver Aldo boots.
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