Celebrity Sightings In New York City - May 09, 2019

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La La Anthony’s career has been in constant evolution since 1994. From MTV VeeJay to actress on the hit series Power, she has climbed the career ladder of success in such a commendable way. As La La flourished in the spotlight, so did her wardrobe. The actress was known for her simple, casual red carpet appearances. Now, she is an easy pick for best dressed lists. She has elevated her style in a way that defines glow-up. On her 36th birthday, we’re taking a walk down memory lane to explore La La’s style transformation.

2002 MTV Fashionably Loud

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La La Anthony at the 2002 MTV Fashionably Loud Event

Now let’s be honest. If any of us pulled out photos of ourselves from 2002, all outfits would be questionable. Still, La La manages to look cute in her pink shirt and patchwork skirt.

2005 MTV Video Music Awards - White Carpet

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La La Anthony at the 2005 MTV Video Music Awards

When you compare La La’s current red carpet looks to this one, it’s clear that she’s done a complete 180. Here she is in a white, spaghetti strapped handkerchief-style dress.

2005 MTV VMA - Victoria's Secret and EXPRESS Suites - Day 2

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La La Anthony at an EXPRESS Event During 2005 MTV VMA

Back in the day, La La Anthony’s name could’ve been Plain Jaine. Here she is at an EXPRESS event clad in a green and white striped dress, a denim jacket, and floral mule sandals.

 

Nickelodeon's 18th Annual Kids Choice Awards - Orange Carpet

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La La Anthony at Nickelodeon’s 18th Annual Kids Choice Awards

Also 2005, La La Anthony posed on the orange carpet of the 18th annual Kid’s Choice Awards in a tan wrap sweater, jeans and sandals. She’s giving ‘girl next door’ vibes with this getup.

2008 Urban World Film Festival - "The Secret Life of Bees"

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La La Anthony at the 2008 Urban World Film Festival

La La Anthony’s casual game was so strong! Here she is at the 2008 Urban World Film Festival dressed in green snakeskin pants, black riding boots and a black blouse.

"Takers" World Premiere

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LaLa Vazquez at the World Premiere of “Takers”

Slowly but surely, La La began to step up her style game. In 2010, she attended the World Premiere of “Takers” in tan, draped mini-dress.

The Cosmo 100

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La La Anthony at the The Cosmo 100 luncheon on December 7, 2015

Va Va Voom! La La Looked red hot at the Cosmo 100 luncheon in 2015. She definitely got bit by the style bug.

"CHI-RAQ" New York Premiere

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La La Anthony at the ‘CHI-RAQ’ Premiere

Also in 2015, La La got her shine on at the ‘CHI-RAQ premiere clad in a metallic, sequin midi-dress. Love this entire look!

Angel Ball 2017

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La La Anthony at Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation’s Angel Ball 2017

Okay, so this this is a timeless look that is absolutely gorgeous. La La Anthony stepped out to the Angel’s Ball in a black and gold gown that made her look regal.

Fashion Group International 34th Annual Night of Stars Gala

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La La Anthony at the Fashion Group International’s 34th Annual Night of Stars Gala

La La’s jaw-dropping black, single-sleeve, cut out midi dress is so chic. This is probably one of my favorite looks on her. She showed us what some drama can do to a little black dress.

Celebrity Sightings in New York City - February 8, 2018

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La La Anthony at theTom Ford Women’s Fall/Winter 2018 Fashion Show

There’s something very sexy about a woman in a suit. Here La La is at Tom Ford’s fashion show for NYFW clad in black tuxedo pants and a matching jacket.

Rihanna's 4th Annual Diamond Ball

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La La Anthony at the 2018 Diamond Ball

At this point, La La stopped playing fair. She showed up to the 2018 Diamond Ball in a blue and black sequin gown that hugged her in all the right places.

Street Style - Paris Fashion Week Womenswear Fall/Winter 2019/2020 : Day Seven

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Lala Anthony during Paris Fashion Week 2019

La La works with various stylists. Each one has managed to dress her in a way that highlights her curves. Here she is earlier this year during Paris Fashion Week, dressed in a black mini dress with an embellished, sheer, floor-length dress over it.

Celebrity Sightings In New York City - May 09, 2019

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La La Anthony before her appearance on ‘Good Morning America’

From the first slide, to this one, La La has undergone an impressive style transformation. She’s shown us classic, sexy, and chic. Here she is back in May, clad in a metallic pink pants set. Obsessed!