If you still haven’t learned Kiki Layne’s name, the time is now. The breakout star of the Oscar-nominated drama If Beale Street Could Talk is one of the most promising young actresses of her generations – but she’s also a rising fashion star all major designers are keeping an eye on.
Layne is still new to the red carpet game, but we’ve already seen her looking stunning in Gucci, Dior, and Versace. The list goes on, but you get the point – she was seen rocking clothes by all our favorite brands and made it to the best-dressed lists every time.
The young actress is still figuring her style out, but judging by what we’ve seen so far, she’s on a pretty good track. Layne’s style is playful and sophisticated at the same time, and she had no trouble transitioning from Disney princess dresses to street style-inspired designer clothing.
During an interview with “Elle”, rising star said this whole thing feels like playing dress up, but she’s still enjoying every second of it. Kiki Layne admitted she’s not simply looking for pieces that look good on her. She sees fashion as another form of representation, and she’s using her style to tell little black girls they can be anything they want.
Check out some of Layne’s best red carpet styles and make sure to keep an eye on her in the future.
