Janet Jackson Amps Up Bodycon Dress at Essence Festival With Height-Boosting Platforms
Janet Jackson continued her statement-making streak at Essence Festival 2022 this week — thanks to a punchy dress and equally bold shoes. The New Orleans-based event celebrates Black music and culture in partnership with Essence magazine, including numerous star performances; this year’s features Jackson, Nicki Minaj, Jazmine Sullivan, and The Roots. In her newest Instagram Reel , Jackson was filmed walking through the event’s Be Bold dinner party and dancing with attendees in a bodycon maxi dress, covered in a gray and black houndstooth print. The Grammy Award-winning star ‘s high-necked number included long sleeves, a slim fit and ankle-length skirt. Jackson accessorized in boldly glamorous style, adding a metallic finish with large silver drop hoop earrings, a coordinating stack of bracelets and an opal cocktail ring. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Janet Jackson (@janetjackson) “What a fun night celebrating with u all at th