Beauties at the Essence Magazine Charity Gala: Jordin Sparks, Tatyana Ali, Kelly Rowland (Who Looked Best?)

The Essence Magazine gala celebrated notable women of color, and in turn raised money to sponsor charitable organizations. The women who were there were glowing and looking their best!

Three women I chose for this post: Jordin Sparks, Tatyana Ali, and Kelly Rowland. All were spectacular in their own way. Jordin (above) wore this sparkling black number which actually was fitting for her last name, Sparks. The matching heels are a nice touch.

Tatyana Ali, from 'Fresh Prince' and TV One's "Love That Girl', had worn this gold ensemble that came together very well, her glowing skin, the hair to resemble the glamour of the '20s, the modern slash in the chest of the dress to provide a little awe at the 'creative cleavage', the gold pencil skirt, and befitting heels. I WOULD SAY SHE HAD THE BEST LOOK.

GOLD is really coming in strong for this year. We're going to see a lot of women choosing GOLD to go out on such a nice night. The value of GOLD is going up.... so why not?

Kelly Rowland: BEAUTIFUL GOLD DRESS; So-So makeup. I don't like seeing plastered makeup.

Pic: MTO

DWYANE WADE and GABRIELLE UNION On Cover of Essence; Picture-Perfect Black Couple

I swear that Gabby (Gabrielle) Union is one of the most natural beauties in the game. She is really tearing down those walls of all who were once hooked on the 'Gabrielle is MEAN' drug. That was from the many roles she played, most notably DELIVER US FROM EVA from the mid-2000s.

A far cry now that Gabrielle's in ESSENCE's February 2012 issue, huh?

Now here she is gracing her flawless brown skin, gorgeous and warm smile, and the just-right SUNNY dress to pair up to her beau, Miami Heat's Dwyane Wade. Dwyane is also known for his impeccable style; I like a LOT of what he wears. There's NOTHING WRONG with a dude stays in the latest trends.

*Clapping*

I want to know who the stylist was... 'cuz this is just too good (I'll pick up the Essence magazine later and find out). Gabrielle's perfectly hued (not too bright yellow, not too dark yellow) draped gown has accentuated/exaggerated shoulders reminiscent of the DYNASTY days but fit for 2012.

I'm liking the background, lighting, the embrace that Dwyane and Gabrielle shared, and that subtle handkerchief that Dwyane wore bears the same color of Gabby's gown, if you look closely. I have also GOT to give it to Dwyane for the crisp haircut and line-up!

Pic: MTO