RED CARPET RUNDOWN: From WACO To Wakanda, See What Everyone Wore To Mama Tina’s Wearable Art Gala

Ms. Tina Knowles Lawson knows how to throw a party and her 2nd Annual Wearable Art Gala was no exception. The mother of today’s’ biggest superstars chaired the event with her husband, Richard Lawson. The event is to support fine art and to celebrate and support African-American artists whose inspiring pieces will be up for auction to support teen mentorship programs, Tina’s Angels and Richard’s Warriors as well as WACO’s Mobile Arts Theater. This event is the signature and premiere event for WACO Theater. Click through our gallery to see all the Wakanda inspired looks from Black Hollywood’s favorite stars. Which look is your favorite?

1. TINA KNOWLES LAWSON

Mama Tina gives us ringlets on the red carpet.

2. TINA KNOWLES LAWSON

She’s really taking flight in this gown!

3. TINA KNOWLES LAWSON

In Jean-Louis Sabaji Couture.

4. TINA KNOWLES LAWSON AND RICHARD LAWSON

Mama Tina poses with her husband, Richard Lawson. She lovingly dubbed him, “King Richard” when posting this photo to her Instagram.

5. MONIQUE RODRIGUEZ

Mielle Organics founder looks fabulous. Her hair is by LeighTaylor LaCoste.

6. MONIQUE RODRIGUEZ

Monique admits on Instagram that her friend Penny (who isn’t on social media!) made her dress.

7. V. BOZEMAN

Hair and styling by Tré Major.

8. V. BOZEMAN

Wearing a dress from For The Stars Fashion House. Her train is by Charmain Joie Couture.

9. LISARAYE MCCOY

Lisa admitted that her headwrap is a shirt that her daughters’ friend tied around her head hours before the gala.

10. KANDI

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In S. Denton Collection ‘Sophia’ Aztec jumpsuit.

11. LISARAYE MCCOY

In her signature all white.

12. ASHLEY JACKSON

The harpist arrived in a crown made of braids. Her earrings and dress were laced with hair as well!

13. ASHLEY JACKSON

In custom Mind of Kye.

14. MAGIC JOHNSON (L) AND EARLITHA KELLY

Magic Johnson and Earlitha Kelly give us shimmer and animal print.

15. LALA ANTHONY

In Sergio Hudson.

16. BEYONCÉ

In custom Falguni Shane Peacock India.

17. JAY-Z, BLUE IVY, AND BEYONCÉ

Family photo.

18. ANGELA RYE

In Queen E. Collection and Empress K jewelry.

19. CHLOE x HALLE BAILEY

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In Yanina Couture, styled by Zerina Akers.

20. BIANCA LAWSON

In an Epona Valley hair crown.

21. BIANCA LAWSON

In a multi-print gown.