Taraji P. Henson’s appearance at the 29Rooms “Turn It Into Art” opening on July 25, 2018, in Chicago, serves as a definitive time capsule for the Alessandro Michele era at Gucci.
While the event brought out stars like Emily Ratajkowski and Taylor Schilling, it was Henson’s commitment to a single, bold aesthetic that stood out.
Taraji P. Henson beams on the 29Rooms red carpet, showcasing her bold Gucci logo-print shirt with its striking navy, red, and cream pattern in Chicago on July 25, 2018 (Credit: Adam Bielawski / WENN)
Her look centered on a head-to-toe ensemble from the Gucci Resort 2018 collection. She paired a rhombus-pleated silk crepe de Chine midi skirt with a matching logo-print shirt, tied together by a wide leather belt accented with oversized glass pearls.
It was a study in logomania—balanced, intentional, and remarkably cohesive.
Taraji P. Henson steps out in a head-to-toe Gucci Resort 2018 look, complete with a matching logo-print shirt and pleated midi skirt cinched by a pearl-embellished belt
To give this look more context within Gucci’s Resort 2018 era, here are a few other standout celebrity moments from YNS that spotlight pieces from the same collection.
👠 Explore More Gucci Resort 2018 Fashion Moments:
- 🎬 Cate Blanchett and Renée Zellweger Shine in Evening Glamour — featuring Cate’s dazzling gold iridescent Gucci Resort 2018 dress.
- 💃 Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s Chic Evening Look — built around a satin, draped Gucci Resort 2018 gown paired with Louboutin’s Moulamax boots.
- ✨ From Classic to Contemporary: Carey Mulligan’s Grecian-Inspired Glow-Up — includes her elegant Grecian-inspired Gucci Resort 2018 gown moment.
Gucci’s ‘Luna’ Pumps Add a Maximalist Finish to Her Monochrome Look
She grounded the vibrant set with Gucci’s color-block satin ‘Luna’ pumps—an unmistakable signature of Alessandro Michele’s early tenure.
At first glance, the silhouette reads classic, with its ladylike bow and rounded toe, but the illusion quickly breaks at the heel: a sculptural block stacked with oversized glass pearls and sharp gold studs.
It’s that tension—polished versus punk—that defined Gucci’s Resort 2018 mood. In a sea of stilettos, the Luna felt deliberate and architectural, giving her midi-length look weight, attitude, and a distinctly maximalist finish.
Taraji P. Henson highlights her look with Gucci’s color-block satin ‘Luna’ pumps, featuring pearl-studded block heels and golden pointed studs
More Taraji P. Henson Style Moments to Explore
If you’re in the mood to revisit more of Taraji’s standout red-carpet looks and memorable shoe choices, here are some of her best YNS-featured fashion moments.
👠 Explore Taraji P. Henson’s Best Shoe & Fashion Moments:
- 📏 Taraji P. Henson’s Height & Shoe Size Profile — breakdown of her favourite high-end shoes, including Christian Louboutin, Roger Vivier, and Jimmy Choo.
- 👗 Taraji P. Henson Dazzles in Gold Oscar de la Renta Gown & Roger Vivier Pumps at the 2024 Tony Awards — a full red-carpet look culminating in standout pumps.
- ✨ Taraji P. Henson Shines in Thigh-High Chanel Boots at Her “Around the Way Girl” Book Signing — her unconventional boot choice gets attention.
- 🎤 Taraji P. Henson Rocks Rose-Gold Jimmy Choo “New April” Platform Sandals at the 2017 Film Independent Spirit Awards — a platform heel highlight.