“I want to thank you, Miss Celie, fo everything you done for me. I ‘members that day in the store with Miss Millie – I’s feelin’ real down. I’s feelin’ mighty bad. And when I seed you – I know’d there is a God. I know’d there is a God,” were the infamous lines that the legendary Oprah Winfrey ad-libbed in “The Color Purple” original film directed by Steven Spielberg back in 1985.
Nearly four decades after its release, Executive Producer Winfrey has reimagined the film with Film Producer Scott Sanders. They will be debuting the musical version of the film on Christmas Day.
From Fantasia Barrino staring as Celie Johnson, to Taraji P. Henson playing Shug Avery, and actress Danielle Brooks embodying Winfrey’s former character ‘Sofia,’ the cast is star-studded with some of the most brightest celebs that Hollywood has to offer.
Each actress has done a press run in a very stylish and elegant manner since the musical premiered last month in London. The ensembles they have chosen are some of their most beautiful and luxurious. Oprah’s outrageous, electric and fierce purple-hued outfits have undoubtedly taken the spotlight.
While attending the screening event for The Color Purple at the National Museum of African American History & Culture in Washington, DC, Winfrey was all smiles in a grape colored Stella McCartney three-piece suit.
Crafted from recycled lurex brocade, the iconic Savile Row tailoring from Stella’s Summer ’24 collection, fit like a glove on Winfrey who undeniably lost a lot of weight.
Oprah wore a purple Lela Rose velvet suit on another occasion. It was complemented with a plum silk shirt and violet eyeshadow.
Oprah not only wears the swankiest suits but she has also placed bets on sequins at various times.
During the Academy Museum Gala 2023 where she was honored with the Pillar Award, Oprah shone brightly in a custom purple sequined Dolce & Gabbana gown that had a high neckline and was characterized with long sleeves and a modest train.
She opted for sequins again on Dec 12th when the New York Empire State Building celebrated the premiere of “The Color Purple” with a special lighting ceremony that illuminated the iconic tower lights in a shade of purple.
Oprah was pristine in her sequins and purple ombre Oscar De La renta coat, which she wore over a lavender Adam Lippes top with a draped front and flared trousers.
“It is celebratory, it’s about hope, it’s about rejoicing, it’s about empowerment, it’s about joy and we are excited that the world gets to see it and experience it on Christmas Day,” expressed Winfrey.
Tyler Perry showed unyielding loyalty by wearing the same monochromatic purple suit at the Los Angeles premiere. The bold choice to wear purple may have been a way for him to show how proud he was of Oprah and this momentous, joyous and pivotal occasion.
Also taking part in the purple trend that Oprah consequently started was TV Host Sherri Shepherd who posed with the legendary Host/Producer in a grey crewneck ‘Oprah’ sweatshirt, with a purple plaid multicolor skirt , and statement violet belt.
Oprah wore a Bottega Veneta leather high-and low skirt and a turtleneck in orchid color, which she paired together with the brand’s signature woven wedges as she promoted the film and talked about her excitement.
It’s quite impressive to see Oprah’s consistency and dedication to wearing purple in honor of “The Color Purple” musical film, and if anyone has mastered the ability to wear purple in such a regal, elevated and posh way, it’s without a doubt Oprah who naturally exudes royalty.
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