Before black and white became spring's biggest trend, our May covergirl was all over it. Check out seventeen style moments from this tuxedo-loving fashionista.
The singer’s minimalist approach to fashion finds her almost always in black and white, with an occasional pop of red lipstick.
Michael Rowe
02
Style & Spunk
The funk/soul singer keeps her overall look the same but her accessories always change. Here, Monae adds a chain belt, a silver Tiffany & Co. cuff and riding boots, for a rocker-meets-equestrian vibe.
Stephen Lovekin/Getty Images
03
Electric Relaxation
Minor adjustments to Monae’s suit style—a tie-less shirt and cuffed pant leg lends a casual cool touch.
Paul Archuleta/FilmMagic
04
Tom Boy Chic
Suspenders transform a classic white button-down and black pant combo into refined borrowed-from-the-boyfriend chic.
Dave Kotinsky/Getty Images and John Lamparski/WireImage
05
All in The Details
A few eye-catching accessories: a skinny tie, a sparkling brooch, and a ring clutch subtly transforms her look.
06
Finishing Touch
The singer matches her look precisely down to the fine details. Check out those snowcap-style earrings and graphic oxfords!
07
Silver Screen Starlet
Monae channels Annie Hall with a menswear-inspired hat, tie and vest combo.
Larry Busacca/WireImage
08
Red Hot Carpet
The singer takes her red carpet style up a couple of notches with a cinched corset-style vest topped by an embroidered lapel, long-tail blazer inspired by a matador costume.
Christopher Polk/Getty Images
09
Marvelous Militia
From head to toe, Monae serves flawless military style with this embellished jacket, riding pants and matching boots – all in black.
10
Flower Power
Floral embroidery livens up her head-to-toe black style.
11
Back To Black
Basic black for Monae is anything but basic. The singer’s satin high-waist trouser and bow-front blouse topped by a cape is the epitome of effortless chic.
Jennifer Cooper
12
Satin Stunner
A special occasion at the MET Museum called for the singer to swap her signature black and white tux for a satin jumpsuit with a crystal encrusted brooch and matching chandelier earrings.
Kevin Mazur/WireImage
13
Moving Style
The singer has major stage presence not only with her funky dance moves but with her risk-taking style.
14
Doo-Wop Diva
Her look seamlessly transitions to the stage for a nostalgic doo-wop singer style.
15
Trail Blazing
At a performance, Monae switches up her traditional black tuxedo blazer to a white one for an equally stunning effect.
16
Drama Queen
The singer takes her cape from the red carpet to the staged for added drama.
17
Black Girls Rock
The singer’s tuxedo style is a fool-proof polished look no matter the occasion, and only she can pull it off time and time again.