Keke Palmer’s Best Tailored Looks: Lime Christopher John Rogers Suit in 2022 vs. Philipp Plein All-White Glam in 2017

Keke Palmer’s style has evolved dramatically over the years, but two of her most memorable moments—her neon power suit for Jimmy Kimmel Live! in 2022 and her crisp all-white Philipp Plein ensemble from a 2017 book signing—show how consistently she delivers bold, high-impact fashion.

Even years apart, both looks highlight her love of sharp tailoring, playful color, and statement footwear.

#1: The 2022 Lime Suit Moment: Christopher John Rogers Tailoring and White D&G Heels

Keke Palmer made a bold style statement when she arrived at Jimmy Kimmel Live! in a striking bright green suit while promoting her film Alice.

The background of Keke Palmer’s 2022 American crime thriller film Alice is loosely based on the true story of Mae Louise Miller, who fled slavery during the 1960s (Credit: Universal Pictures)

The project follows a woman who escapes a life of bondage and discovers she’s been living decades behind the real world—a genre-blending premise that earned Palmer strong critical attention.

Keke Palmer stars as the titular character Alice in the crime thriller movie inspired by actual events (Credit: Universal Pictures)

And while the film showcased her dramatic range, her vibrant, sharply tailored look—and the crisp white heels she chose to anchor it—delivered its own standout moment outside the studio.

Keke Palmer couldn’t be missed in a lime green Christopher John Rogers Resort 2022 suit for her Jimmy Kimmel Live! appearance on March 16, 2022 (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)

Christopher John Rogers Tailoring: A Lime-Green Suit With Sharp, Modern Structure

For her TV appearance, the 28-year-old actress opted for a Christopher John Rogers Resort 2022 lime-green suit, featuring pleated green trousers with tapered cuffs and an oversized green wool blazer.

The single-breasted jacket features structured shoulder pads and contrasting white stitching outlining the notched lapels and flap pockets.

Keke Palmer elevates her lime-green Christopher John Rogers suit with crisp white Dolce & Gabbana heels that add a sharp, modern finish to the look (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)

Layered Color Play: Her Striped Satin Shirtdress and Crisp White Accessories

Underneath the suit, Keke layered a longline, multicolored striped satin shirtdress—another standout piece from the CFDA 2021 American Womenswear Designer of the Year. The vibrant design, defined by its exaggerated collar, nipped-in waist, and clean button placket, was styled as a shirt, with the lower buttons left undone to reveal a subtle flash of midriff.

Stylist Seth Chernoff accessorized the Hustler star’s look with pearl drop hoop earrings, a white bag, and matching white Dolce & Gabbana heels.

For her beauty look, makeup artist Jordana David applied coordinating green eyeshadow, a swipe of pink lip color, and a matching blush. Meanwhile, hairstylist Ricardo Roberts pulled Keke’s long tresses back into a tight dreadlock ponytail.

Keke Palmer styles her tresses into a tight dreadlock ponytail and wears coordinating green eyeshadow (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)

Keke’s bold 2022 moment wasn’t her first time commanding attention through style.

Long before her lime-green suit turned heads, she delivered an equally memorable look during her 2017 book-tour circuit—proof that her eye for sharp tailoring and standout footwear has been part of her fashion story for years.

#2: The 2017 Book-Tour Look: Philipp Plein Whites and Bold Gladiator Sandals

Keke Palmer wears a beautiful Africa necklace to promote her book “I Don’t Belong to You: Quiet the Noise and Find Your Voice” at Barnes & Noble in New York on January 31, 2017 (Credit: WENN)

Wearing a gold Africa necklace, the singer-actress staged her first book signing session for “I Don’t Belong to You: Quiet the Noise and Find Your Voice” at Barnes & Noble in New York City. Her book is also available on Amazon.

Keke Palmer completes her star-studded Philipp Plein ensemble with white gladiator sandals that add height and a sharp, sculptural finish (Credit: WENN)

Philipp Plein Whites: A Sculpted, Grommet-Studded Head-to-Toe Statement

Keke wore a head-to-toe look from Paris Hilton-approved designer Philipp Plein. Her all-white look — high-waisted pants, a tee, and a jacket — was pieced together from the brand’s Spring-Summer 2017 collection.

The outfit was completed with golden grommets in both circle and star shapes. She finished her look with Philipp Plein’s white gladiator sandals.

Keke Palmer steps out in white Philipp Plein gladiator sandals adorned with oversized gold hardware that echoes the detailing on her outfit

In the book, Keke tells her story, noting that her objective is to connect with people who are going through what she went through.

The actress opens up about the darkness of growing up in the industry, which included depression, anxiety, and even sexual abuse.

Keke wants to encourage people by showing they can succeed in life even if they’ve had a rough start.

Keke Palmer poses with her book while showcasing her star-studded Philipp Plein ensemble and matching white gladiator heels (Credit: WENN)

Keke Palmer’s Signature Shoe Moments: A Curated Look Back

These two standout outfits only scratch the surface of Keke Palmer’s fashion evolution. From red-carpet glamour to street-style experimentation, she has built a style portfolio defined by fearless color choices, sculptural heels, and designer partnerships that span more than a decade. Below, explore some of her most iconic shoe and fashion moments ever featured on Your Next Shoes.