Get ready with us! Actress Shannon Thornton recently graced the EBONY Power 100 Gala, and her preparation for the star-studded event was nothing short of fabulous. In a special ‘Get Ready With Me’ segment, Thornton gave fans an inside look as she transformed into a vision of 90s glamour, paying a heartfelt tribute to the one and only Whitney Houston.
Thornton chose a breathtaking archival chocolate ruched halter dress from designer Marc Bouwer. As she slipped into the stunning piece, she shared her inspiration: “I remember growing up seeing her in one of these dresses and realizing recently they were all made by Marc Bouwer.” Bouwer kindly lent her one of his iconic designs for the special night.
An Ode to 90s Glamour and Whitney Houston
On Instagram, Thornton elaborated on her choice, calling it “An ode to ‘90s glamour.” She revealed the dress was vintage Marc Bouwer from 1996, noting that the designer had created several versions of the same style for Whitney Houston herself. “So grateful he let me wear one of them on this special night,” she expressed.
Beyond her show-stopping red carpet moment, Thornton has plenty to celebrate. She’s currently starring in Tyler Perry’s latest rom-com, ‘Finding Joy,’ which premiered on November 5th on Prime. The film follows a hopeless romantic whose trip to Colorado takes unexpected turns.
Beauty Secrets and Manifestations
With her natural beauty, Thornton doesn’t need much to shine. When asked to choose between focusing on makeup or hair, she quipped, “I love a good beat, so I would have to say bad hair day.” Her must-have beauty product? Mascara! She also shared an intriguing manifestation: a desire to work with the legendary Al Pacino, whom she deeply admires and is currently reading his memoir.
Thornton’s appearance at the EBONY Power 100 Gala was a perfect blend of personal style, admiration for an icon, and celebration of her own career achievements. It’s clear she’s a rising star with impeccable taste and inspiring aspirations.
What do you think of Shannon Thornton’s Whitney Houston-inspired look? Share your thoughts on her style and her career aspirations in the comments below!
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