by Nicole Ari Parker recently took the screens in bold colors and prints in character as the elite New Yorker Lisa Todd Wexley in the Max series “And Just Like That,” the sequel to “Sex and the City.” However, the actress is also known for her personal style – she’s rocked a wide range of striking outfits in recent years, hitting red carpets, galas and countless other industry events with her signature fashion flair on display.
From the premiere of the 2002 rom-com “Brown Sugar” to the debut of “And Just Like That,” Parker showcased her evolving sartorial taste over more than two decades. From the early 2000s to now, here’s a look at the evolution of Parker’s style over the years.
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“Brown Sugar” 2002 performance
In October 2002, Parker attended the premiere of “Brown Sugar” – in which she and her husband Boris Kodjoe play supporting roles – wearing a navy blue pin-up vest with matching suit pants. She completed the look with a chunky necklace and pointed footwear.
2007 Ebony Pre-Oscars Celebration
Parker wore a beige and pink sequined dress to the Ebony pre-Oscars celebration at Jim Henson Studios in February 2007. With an animal print and floral design, the dress was intricately detailed with a beaded fringe swinging from the hem.
“Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins” Performance.
In January 2008, Parker attended the premiere of “Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins,” the comedy film directed by Martin Lawrence in which she co-starred. She sat next to Kodjoe wearing a short white satin dress embellished with a sparkling centerpiece under the bust. She paired the dress with metallic heels.
2015 BET Awards
At the 2015 BET Awards, Parker opted for a striking floor-length white dress. The fitted sleeveless dress was decorated with lace cutouts and flared out at the bottom in a mermaid-style silhouette.
New York Film Festival 2021
Parker showed up at Lincoln Center for the premiere of “The Tragedy of Macbeth” wearing a unique two-piece ensemble with thigh-high black boots. The skirt and matching brown top were detailed with abstract swirling lines; A bow tied around her midriff completed the outfit.
“And Just Like That” 2021 Performance
Parker and Kodjoe were dressed to the nines at the premiere of “And Just Like That” at Manhattan’s Museum of Modern Art. She sparkled in a short gold dress embellished with a pattern of reflective rectangles, reminiscent of a mirror ball. The dress, which also featured two triangular cutouts, was paired with matching gold heels.
New York Young Arts Gala 2022
Parker entered the Metropolitan Museum of Art for the Young Artists Gala dressed in an ethereal white gown made from a light, flowing fabric. The dress had cap sleeves and a V-neckline to show off Parker’s shimmering statement necklace.
2023 Paris Fashion Week
Parker wore this stunning floral ensemble at the Valentino Fall 2023 show during Paris Fashion Week last year. The all-red outfit featured tight tights, velvet heels and a bodysuit matched with brown cabanas.
Grammy Awards 2024
Dressed in red, Parker wore this chic bold colored dress to the 66th Grammy Awards, held in February. The asymmetric design of the flowing dress featured a shorter front hem as well as a shorter left sleeve.
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