This 2013 ESSENCE Black Woman in Music honoree has a uniquely soulful voice and a distinctive vintage fashion sense to match. Check out highlights of her retro-rocker stage and red carpet looks here.
She doesn’t sing the blues but she’ll wear ’em. This vintage vixen tops a black bodycon with an oversized car coat and wedges for a look that epitomizes London street-chic.
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Vampy Vixen
La Havas shows off what’s underneath it all at the InStyle Best Of British Talent Party: a 90s-inspired LBD with rocker-esque accessories –– a studded clutch and platforms.
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Metallica
It may look like a prom dress, but when La Havas adds her signature collar it transforms into retro-meets modern stage style.
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Folk Fashion
The soul singer gives her folklore style a contemporary touch in a velvet embroidered top, leather skirt and python embossed colorblocked platforms.
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Cutting Edge
Heavy metal, leather and a bustier shows the singer’s edgy take on red carpet style.
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Romantic Florals
Ths singer’s sweet nostalgic voice and matching style is enough to make anyone swoon. A fine-print floral collared shirt (her closet staple) and a flirty leather skirt was how La Havas won us over.
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Polished and Pretty
When in New York, do what New Yorkers do: wear black. A tuxedo-style jumpsuit, sleek silver accessories and high bun will do the trick.
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Paisley Party
La Havas plays up her sexier side in a printed bodycon and her favorite choice of footwear: wedges.
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Red Carpet Ready
The singer shows her versatility and goes from rocker-chic to super sleek when it comes to the red carpet in a long-sleeve column gown.