Tracee Ellis Ross Shines at the 2016 BET Awards in Vintage Thierry Mugler and Neon Louboutins

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The 2016 BET Awards was an unforgettable night filled with powerful moments, and the three-and-a-half-hour event delivered beyond expectations.

Highlights included Jesse Williams’ impassioned speech on social justice, Laila Ali’s heartfelt tribute to her late father, Muhammad Ali, and a stunning performance by Beyoncé and Kendrick Lamar.

Tracee Ellis Ross styled her hair in sleek, defined curls pulled back tightlyTracee Ellis Ross styled her hair in sleek, defined curls pulled back tightly

As a host, Tracee Ellis Ross—the daughter of music icon Diana Ross—had a big role to fill alongside co-host Anthony Anderson.

They kicked off the show with a musical number inspired by “Hamilton” featuring some of the hottest tracks of the year, setting a high-energy tone for the evening.

Tracee Ellis Ross's dress features a python-print pattern in shades of green with a sequin overlay that adds a subtle shimmerTracee Ellis Ross’s dress features a python-print pattern in shades of green with a sequin overlay that adds a subtle shimmer

On top of her on-stage presence, Tracee turned heads on the red carpet. She rocked a fitted Thierry Mugler dress from the designer’s Spring/Summer 1983 collection.

The dress, crafted from python-printed stretch fabric and covered in clear sequins, created a mesmerizing water-like effect over the reptilian texture, perfectly showcasing Tracee’s curves in a way we hadn’t seen from her usual “Black-ish” wardrobe.

Tracee Ellis Ross turned heads at the 2016 BET Awards in a figure-hugging python-print Thierry Mugler dress paired with bold neon yellow Christian Louboutin "So Kate" pumpsTracee Ellis Ross turned heads at the 2016 BET Awards in a figure-hugging python-print Thierry Mugler dress paired with bold neon yellow Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps

The 2016 BET Awards showcased many memorable fashion moments, from Toni Braxton’s Bao Tranchi gown to Gabrielle Union’s stunning Marc Jacobs dress.

For readers eager to delve deeper into the event’s standout styles, Your Next Shoes offers detailed articles highlighting these and other remarkable looks.

Tracee Ellis Ross walked the carpet at the 2016 BET Awards in the Microsoft Theatre on June 26, 2016 in a vintage Thierry Mugler dressTracee Ellis Ross walked the carpet at the 2016 BET Awards in the Microsoft Theatre on June 26, 2016, in a vintage Thierry Mugler dress (Credit: FayesVision/ Adriana M. Barraza/ WENN)

The actress styled the beautiful dress with a pair of Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps in neon yellow. The neon shoes perfectly contrasted with the dark green dress.

Tracee paired the dress with Christian Louboutin's "So Kate" pumps in neon yellowTracee paired the dress with Christian Louboutin’s “So Kate” pumps in neon yellow

She accessorized using only a pair of round gold earrings from Celine. Tracee donned dramatic makeup with bold red lips, dramatic lashes, and dark-winged eyeliner. Her hair was sleek and simple, pulled back to give attention to her bold makeup and dress.

Tracee Ellis Ross accessorized with gold earrings from Celine and went for dramatic makeupTracee Ellis Ross accessorized with gold earrings from Celine and went for dramatic makeup

Unfortunately, the neon “So Kate” pumps are no longer available online, but you can still find them in other colors at Nordstrom.