Today we celebrate the birthday of Solange Knowles, the mesmerizing multi hyphenate performance artist and visionary. Her influence transcends music, art, fashion, and design. She is a moment that demands recognition and admiration. With her unapologetic approach to artistry and an unwavering commitment to creative exploration, Solange has carved out a distinct space in the music industry, captivating audiences filled with artsy Black women like herself.
As the younger sister of global superstar Beyoncé, Solange has effortlessly forged her own path and cemented her status as a force to be reckoned with. From her early days as a teen sensation to her evolution as a critically acclaimed singer-songwriter, Solange has consistently pushed boundaries and challenged conventions. Her music is an amalgamation of R&B, soul, funk, and alternative pop, woven together with introspective lyrics that resonate deeply with listeners.
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – SEPTEMBER 28: Singer-songwriter Solange Knowles is seen arriving to the New York Ballet 2022 Fall Fashion Gala at David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center on September 28, 2022 in New York City. (Photo by Gilbert Carrasquillo/GC Images)
NEW YORK, NY – MAY 03: Solange Knowles attends 2nd Annual Village Fete Benefiting Pioneer Works Center For Art & Innovation at Pioneer Works Center for Arts & Innovation on May 3, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Chance Yeh/FilmMagic)
From groundbreaking albums, A Seat at the Table. Released (a masterpiece of introspection and empowerment explored themes of Black identity, self-love, and the complexities of navigating the world as a Black woman), and When I Get Home, to her many performance art initiatives and activations under her multidisciplinary platform Saint Heron and her close relationships with designers like Raul Lopez, Giles Deacon and Telfar — Solange’s influence knows no bounds. On this special day, we celebrate Solange’s birthday and the countless achievements she has attained throughout her artistic journey. Solange’s music has the remarkable ability to uplift, heal, and ignite the soul, and her impact as an artist will continue to resonate for generations to come, and her personal style reflects that.
In celebration of her solar return, let’s take a look throughsome of her many great looks. Happy birthday to the visionary, Solange!
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2011 5th Annual DKMS Gala
Singer Solange Knowles attends the 5th annual DKMS Gala at Cipriani Wall Street on April 28, 2011 in New York City. (Photo by Brian Ach/WireImage)
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2012 Just Cavalli Boutique Opening Party
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 21: Solange Knowles arrives at The new Just Cavalli Boutique Opening Party on September 21, 2012 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Jacopo Raule/Getty Images)
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2013 The Armory Party
NEW YORK, NY – MARCH 06: Singer Solange Knowles performs at The Armory Party at MOMA on March 6, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Mike Coppola/Getty Images)
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2013 Vanity Fair Oscar Party
WEST HOLLYWOOD, CA – FEBRUARY 24: Musician Solange Knowles arrives at the 2013 Vanity Fair Oscar Party at Sunset Tower on February 24, 2013 in West Hollywood, California. (Photo by Mark Sullivan/WireImage)
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2013 The MET Gala “PUNK: Chaos To Couture”
NEW YORK, NY – MAY 06: Solange attends the Costume Institute Gala for the “PUNK: Chaos to Couture” exhibition at the Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 6, 2013 in New York City. (Photo by Kevin Mazur/WireImage)
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2007 American Music Awards
Singer Solange Knowles arrives to the 2007 American Music Awards at the Nokia Theatre on November 18, 2007 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic)
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2014 Hugo Boss Store Opening
HONG KONG – MARCH 27: Solange Knowles attends the Hugo Boss Store opening on March 27, 2014 in Central, Hong Kong. (Photo by Jessica Hromas/Getty Images)
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2014 Q&Q Launch Event
NEW YORK, NY – APRIL 24: Solange Knowles attends the Q&Q Launch Event at Open House Gallery on April 24, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by Chance Yeh/Getty Images)
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2014 CFDA Fashion Awards
NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 02: Solange Knowles attends the 2014 CFDA Awards at Alice Tully Hall, Lincoln Center on June 2, 2014 in New York City. (Photo by Rabbani and Solimene Photography/WireImage)
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2015 87th Oscars Awards
Solange Knowles poses on the red carpet for the 87th Oscars on February 22, 2015 in Hollywood, California. AFP PHOTO / MARK RALSTON (Photo credit should read MARK RALSTON/AFP via Getty Images)
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2015 The Whitney Museum of American Art Opening Dinner
NEW YORK, NY – APRIL 24: Solange Knowles attends The Whitney Museum of American Art’s opening dinner party hosted by MaxMara at the museum’s new location on April 24, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Taylor Hill/WireImage)
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FYF Fest 2015
LOS ANGELES, CA – AUGUST 23: Singer Solange Knowles poses backstage wearing a dress by Gareth Pugh and shoes by Missoni during Day 2 of FYF Fest 2015 at LA Sports Arena & Exposition Park on August 23, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Tullberg/Getty Images)
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2016 New York Fashion Week
NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 13: Singer Solange Knowles seen around Skylight at Moynihan Station during Spring 2016 New York Fashion Week: The Shows on September 13, 2015 in New York City. (Photo by Astrid Stawiarz/Getty Images)
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2015 LOUIS XIII Toasts To “100 Years: The Movie You Will Never See”
BEVERLY HILLS, CA – NOVEMBER 18: Solange Knowles attends Louis XIII Celebration of ‘100 Years’ The Movie You Will Never See, starring John Malkovich at a private residence on November 18, 2015 in Beverly Hills, California.(Photo by JB Lacroix/WireImage)
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2016 The MET Gala “Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology”
NEW YORK, NY – MAY 02: Solange Knowles attends the “Manus x Machina: Fashion In An Age Of Technology” Costume Institute Gala at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 2, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images)
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Martell Cognac Celebrates Its 300th Anniversary At The Palace Of Versailles – Champagne Reception & Patrouille de France Flyover
VERSAILLES, FRANCE – MAY 20: Solange Knowles is pictured at Martell Cognac 300th anniversary event at the iconic Palace of Versailles. on May 20, 2015 in Versailles, France. (Photo by David M. Benett/Getty Images for Martell Cognac)
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“You’ve Got To Be Seen Green!” Party
NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 15: Solange Knowles hosts the “You’ve Got To Be Seen Green!” Party at the Brooklyn Botantical Gardens on September 15, 2015 in Brooklyn, New York. (Photo by Johnny Nunez/Getty Images)
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2017 BET Awards
LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 25: Solange winner of the Centric Award for ‘Cranes In The Sky’ poses in the press room at the 2017 BET Awards at Microsoft Theater on June 25, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Alberto E. Rodriguez/Getty Images for BET)
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2017 New York Fashion Week
NEW YORK, NY – SEPTEMBER 12: Singer Solange Knowles attends the Maryam Nassir Zadeh fashion show during New York Fashion Week on September 12, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Mireya Acierto/Getty Images)
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2018 Heavenly Bodies: Fashion & The Catholic Imagination Costume Institute Gala
NEW YORK, NY – MAY 07: Solange Knowles attends the Heavenly Bodies: Fashion & The Catholic Imagination Costume Institute Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 7, 2018 in New York City. (Photo by Dia Dipasupil/WireImage)
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2019 Met Gala Celebrating Camp: Notes on Fashion
NEW YORK, NEW YORK – MAY 06: Solange Knowles attends The 2019 Met Gala Celebrating Camp: Notes on Fashion at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 06, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Jamie McCarthy/Getty Images)
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2022 Milan Fashion Week
MILAN, ITALY – SEPTEMBER 24: Solange Knowles is seen during Milan Fashion Week Womenswear Spring/Summer 2023 on September 24, 2022 in Milan, Italy. (Photo by Arnold Jerocki/GC Images)
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NYC Pride and Kiehl’s Since 1851 Celebrate Pride Week 2015
NEW YORK, NY – JUNE 25: Solange Knowles attends NYC Pride and Kiehl’s Since 1851’s celebration of Pride Week 2015 at Kiehl’s Since 1851 Flagship Store on June 25, 2015 in New York, New York. (Photo by Andrew Toth/FilmMagic)
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An Evening of Ailey And Jazz 2016 Opening Night Gala
NEW YORK, NY – NOVEMBER 30: Solange Knowles attends the “Ailey and Jazz” 2016 Opening Night Gala at New York City Center on November 30, 2016 in New York City. (Photo by Donna Ward/FilmMagic)
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The 2017 Surface Travel Awards
NEW YORK, NY – OCTOBER 04: Solange Knowles attends The 2017 Surface Travel Awards at Hotel Americano on October 4, 2017 in New York City. (Photo by Andrew Toth/Getty Images for Surface Media)
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59th GRAMMY Awards – Press Room
LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 12: Solange Knowles poses in the press room at the 59th GRAMMY Awards at Staples Center on February 12, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic)
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