At the young age of 21, Keke Palmer has led a tremendously ambitious career. In fact, when she was just 10 years old she became the youngest to ever receive a Screen Actors Guild nomination for Lead Actress after a splendid performance in the TNT movie, Wool Cap. Since then, Palmer has gained a following after appearing in a host of movies and television shows, such as Akeelah and the Bee and Madea’s Family Reunion.
During 2014, Palmer has made her mark at first place. Not only did she become the youngest TV show host ever, with “Just Keke” on BET, but also became the first African American woman to play the role of Cinderella on Broadway. Palmer is a star with a future that shines bright!
Come November, she will be featured in the 2014 Vanities issue of Vanity Fair, in which she serves us major glam. When it comes to fashion, Palmer is not shy about expressing herself. When Teen Vogue asked how her style has evolved over the years, she exclaimed:
“I feel like it’s evolved a lot! I have a lot more options now that I’m older, and it’s fun exploring my flirty side.”
Well, if you are also exploring your fun and flirty side with new outfits, then check out the fashionable looks of this week’s Style Star, Keke Palmer.
If you think dressing casually means a pair of pants and a top, think again. Palmer proves that laid-back style, should appear effortless. After all, you shouldn’t underestimate the power of your graphic T-shirt.
One can be the belle at the ball with out going too froufrou. Palmer opted for a slight, full-bodied dress that was the right choice for her petite frame. Wearing anything fuller would have made her disappear.
Palmer certainly knows how to perfectly coordinate girly separates with subtle masculine edge, adding a dash of toughness with her leather jacket.
During the cooler months the denim jumpsuit proves to be a layering essential that you can lean on. But, even if you are in a warmer climate, you should take a page out of Palmer’s style book and wear a midriff top underneath.
Palmer proves that a young lady can dress in a way that is sophisticated and sexy without going overboard. The cut-outs aren’t too revealing and the dress is form-fitting without being tight.
Velvet isn’t just for the holidays or special occasions, but perfect for lavishly making a statement on any night.
An iridescent metallic mini skirt is a sure way to get your rocker chic on for a night out with the girls.
Why bother grabbing black when heading to cocktail party this season? Instead, wearing an ivory or light smoky grey hue would be a great to shine in for the night.
There’s nothing like a dress that stands alone fiercely and needs no accessories. The graphic print of this T-shirt dress by Mantu is just that type of dress.
Palmer mixes print and dimension with a boldly printed Alexander McQueen shirt and DVF tiered leather skirt.
Palmer gives a subtle nod to the flapper era in her beaded cocktail shift.
With plaid and distressed jeans, Palmer takes a laid-back approach to her style, while still looking fabulous and on trend.