Jennifer Hudson kicked off the 2018 season of The Voice UK in style, turning heads at the show’s official launch photocall held at London’s Ham Yard Hotel on January 3.
The Oscar-winning singer joined her fellow coaches—William James Adams Jr., Sir Tom Jones, and Olly Murs—and host Emma Willis to promote the upcoming season. She also showcased a bold Vivienne Westwood look that blended edgy elegance with a splash of red carpet drama.
will.i.am, Jennifer Hudson, Sir Tom Jones, and Olly Murs at their The Voice UK Launch photo call held at Ham Yard Hotel in London, England, on January 3, 2018 (Credit: Lia Toby / WENN)
The then-36-year-old entertainer opted for a colorful lace mini dress from Vivienne Westwood’s Spring 2016 Collection—an eye-catching piece that surprisingly blended into the busy group photocall rather than standing out as expected.
Jennifer Hudson radiated confidence in a vibrant off-the-shoulder lace dress at The Voice UK launch photocall, pairing the bold look with glowing makeup and a sparkling nameplate necklace
👠 Explore Celebrity Moments in Vivienne Westwood:
- 📜 Vivienne Westwood’s Most Iconic Shoes: A 40-Year Fashion Legacy highlights her punk roots, cult-favorite Pirate Boots, and 10-inch platform heels that shocked the fashion world.
- 🌪️ Daisy Edgar-Jones promoted Twisters in a ruched Vivienne Westwood dress, embracing the designer’s signature theatrical draping in London.
- 🎀 Elle Fanning wowed in a pink Vivienne Westwood Gold Label dress paired with metallic Louboutin ‘Iriza’ pumps at the HFPA Banquet.
- 🎬 Jodie Comer turned heads in a custom burgundy Vivienne Westwood gown styled with gold Jimmy Choo Rosie sandals at The Bikeriders London premiere.
Jennifer Hudson’s Vivienne Westwood dress features a striking mixed-media pattern that blends bold black-and-white abstract motifs with vibrant orange floral lace overlays
She styled the bold orange lace dress with classic black pointy-toe pumps and a subtle bow detail. While elegant, the shoes felt like a safe choice—something more daring could have elevated the look even further.
Jennifer Hudson commanded attention in a bold orange, black, and white off-the-shoulder Vivienne Westwood lace dress paired with classic black bow-accented pumps
Jennifer Hudson wearing an orange, black, and white off-the-shoulder lace dress from the Vivienne Westwood Spring 2016 Collection
👠 Explore Jennifer Hudson’s Shoe & Style Highlights:
- 💼 Power Look: White Peplum & Saint Laurent Heels – Jennifer nailed a sharp silhouette in Yigal Azrouël, finishing the look with elegant Saint Laurent pointed-toe pumps.
- 📽️ Vintage Elegance in Respect – While filming Respect, she donned mustard tones with chic brown kitten heels for a refined, period-inspired look.
- 🎬 Tribeca Premiere: Manolo Blahnik “Chaos” Sandals – At Tribeca, Jennifer stunned in sleek black “Chaos” sandals by Manolo Blahnik, matched to her chic black dress.
- 🎉 Grace Kelly Award Strappy Heels – She glowed at the 2016 March of Dimes luncheon, pairing a sophisticated ensemble with delicate strappy heels.
Jennifer Hudson wearing bow-adorned satin pointy-toe pumps
Emma Willis Stuns in Stella McCartney and Jimmy Choo Heels
Emma Willis styled her brunette hair in a voluminous textured updo with softly tousled strands, creating a modern, effortlessly chic red carpet look
The show host, Emma Willis, joined Jennifer on the red carpet in a black ‘Paola’ sleeveless wide-leg cady jumpsuit from Stella McCartney’s Pre-Fall 2016 Collection. She styled her sexy number with gold hoops and Jimmy Choo heels.
Emma Willis exuded modern elegance in a plunging black Stella McCartney wide-leg jumpsuit, accessorized with hoop earrings and Jimmy Choo heels at The Voice UK launch photocall
👠 Explore The Voice Fashion & Shoe Highlights:
- 🎤 Jennifer Hudson’s Chunky Miu Miu Velvet Sandals – At the 2018 Voice UK press call, she chose manageable yet statement-making block-heel Miu Miu velvet sandals over sky-high platforms.
- 🎶 Jessie J’s Tom Ford Lace-Up Sandals – During her Season 2 Voice UK debut, the coach elevated her edgy mini dress with black lace-up Tom Ford sandals studded with metallic details.
- 👗 Jennifer Hudson’s Christian Louboutin “Tres Frais” Sandals – At the 2019 Voice UK photocall, she completed her Self-Portrait mini dress with elegant crisscross d’Orsay Louboutin sandals.
- 📽️ Vintage Kitten Heels in Respect – Though not red carpet, her brown kitten heels on set of Respect reflect Jennifer’s consistent classic-shoe sensibility.