Photo: Saks Fifth AvenueLupita Nyong’ois showing off her impeccable style for Saks' digital-first Spring 2022 campaign.Nyong’o, who is pictured wearing a stunning matching Versace set in one of the ads, opened up about her gorgeous, head-turning red carpet looks and how her creativity as a child has influenced her present-day style."[I approach my red carpet style] with curiosity and a sense of humor," the Academy Award-winning actress says of her attention-grabbing movie premiere looks.“I love dressing up, it just reminds me of being a kid and coming up with outfits from sheets and towels and things,” Nyong’o continues. “It’s a chance to make believe and to just live at a higher level. So, I have fun with it.“The industry trailblazer also reflects on one of her most daring red carpet looks — the vibrant Versace gown she wore to 2019’s Camp-themed Met Gala.“My outfit was extremely colorful — I felt like a butterfly,” she says. “And my makeup was outrageous, and I just felt extremely camp and beautiful.“Lupita Nyong’o attends the 2019 Met Gala.Dimitrios Kambouris/GettyFor Saks, debuting a digital-first campaign was an important step.“Saks resides at the crossroads of fashion and technology,” explains Emily Essner, Chief Marketing Officer, Saks, of the company’s digital-first campaign that includes interviews, videos on social media, and more.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.“We’re thrilled to share compelling content and meaningful stories from the digital spring campaign with our customers,” Essner adds. “We know our unique take on fashion’s top trends as told through vivid storytelling and stunning visuals of our campaign star, strongly resonates with the Saks audience.“In addition to talking all things fashion, Nyong’o opened up about the next installment oftheBlack Pantherfranchisemoving forward without one of its beloved stars,Chadwick Boseman, who died in August 2020 after ayears-long private battlewith cancer.Lupita Nyong’o (R) and Chadwick Boseman in 2014.Jeff Vespa/VF14/WireImage"I’m excited aboutBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever,” the Academy Award-winning actress tells Saks of the upcoming film, which is set to premiere in November this year.RELATED VIDEO: Lupita Nyong’o, Chadwick Boseman and Janelle Monae Look Like Royalty at the ‘Black Panther’ PremiereAdds Nyong’o: “It’ll be interesting to bring out another one of those films without Chadwick Boseman but we are holding him in close light. I think people will be excited about this one.“Black Panther: Wakanda Foreveris slated to premiere in November this year.
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Lupita Nyong’ois showing off her impeccable style for Saks' digital-first Spring 2022 campaign.Nyong’o, who is pictured wearing a stunning matching Versace set in one of the ads, opened up about her gorgeous, head-turning red carpet looks and how her creativity as a child has influenced her present-day style."[I approach my red carpet style] with curiosity and a sense of humor,” the Academy Award-winning actress says of her attention-grabbing movie premiere looks.“I love dressing up, it just reminds me of being a kid and coming up with outfits from sheets and towels and things,” Nyong’o continues. “It’s a chance to make believe and to just live at a higher level. So, I have fun with it.“The industry trailblazer also reflects on one of her most daring red carpet looks — the vibrant Versace gown she wore to 2019’s Camp-themed Met Gala.“My outfit was extremely colorful — I felt like a butterfly,” she says. “And my makeup was outrageous, and I just felt extremely camp and beautiful.“Lupita Nyong’o attends the 2019 Met Gala.Dimitrios Kambouris/GettyFor Saks, debuting a digital-first campaign was an important step.“Saks resides at the crossroads of fashion and technology,” explains Emily Essner, Chief Marketing Officer, Saks, of the company’s digital-first campaign that includes interviews, videos on social media, and more.Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.“We’re thrilled to share compelling content and meaningful stories from the digital spring campaign with our customers,” Essner adds. “We know our unique take on fashion’s top trends as told through vivid storytelling and stunning visuals of our campaign star, strongly resonates with the Saks audience.“In addition to talking all things fashion, Nyong’o opened up about the next installment oftheBlack Pantherfranchisemoving forward without one of its beloved stars,Chadwick Boseman, who died in August 2020 after ayears-long private battlewith cancer.Lupita Nyong’o (R) and Chadwick Boseman in 2014.Jeff Vespa/VF14/WireImage"I’m excited aboutBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever,” the Academy Award-winning actress tells Saks of the upcoming film, which is set to premiere in November this year.RELATED VIDEO: Lupita Nyong’o, Chadwick Boseman and Janelle Monae Look Like Royalty at the ‘Black Panther’ PremiereAdds Nyong’o: “It’ll be interesting to bring out another one of those films without Chadwick Boseman but we are holding him in close light. I think people will be excited about this one.“Black Panther: Wakanda Foreveris slated to premiere in November this year.
Lupita Nyong’ois showing off her impeccable style for Saks' digital-first Spring 2022 campaign.
Nyong’o, who is pictured wearing a stunning matching Versace set in one of the ads, opened up about her gorgeous, head-turning red carpet looks and how her creativity as a child has influenced her present-day style.
“[I approach my red carpet style] with curiosity and a sense of humor,” the Academy Award-winning actress says of her attention-grabbing movie premiere looks.
“I love dressing up, it just reminds me of being a kid and coming up with outfits from sheets and towels and things,” Nyong’o continues. “It’s a chance to make believe and to just live at a higher level. So, I have fun with it.”
The industry trailblazer also reflects on one of her most daring red carpet looks — the vibrant Versace gown she wore to 2019’s Camp-themed Met Gala.
“My outfit was extremely colorful — I felt like a butterfly,” she says. “And my makeup was outrageous, and I just felt extremely camp and beautiful.”
Lupita Nyong’o attends the 2019 Met Gala.Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty
For Saks, debuting a digital-first campaign was an important step.
“Saks resides at the crossroads of fashion and technology,” explains Emily Essner, Chief Marketing Officer, Saks, of the company’s digital-first campaign that includes interviews, videos on social media, and more.
Never miss a story — sign up forPEOPLE’s free daily newsletterto stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from juicy celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.
“We’re thrilled to share compelling content and meaningful stories from the digital spring campaign with our customers,” Essner adds. “We know our unique take on fashion’s top trends as told through vivid storytelling and stunning visuals of our campaign star, strongly resonates with the Saks audience.”
In addition to talking all things fashion, Nyong’o opened up about the next installment oftheBlack Pantherfranchisemoving forward without one of its beloved stars,Chadwick Boseman, who died in August 2020 after ayears-long private battlewith cancer.
Lupita Nyong’o (R) and Chadwick Boseman in 2014.Jeff Vespa/VF14/WireImage
“I’m excited aboutBlack Panther: Wakanda Forever,” the Academy Award-winning actress tells Saks of the upcoming film, which is set to premiere in November this year.
RELATED VIDEO: Lupita Nyong’o, Chadwick Boseman and Janelle Monae Look Like Royalty at the ‘Black Panther’ Premiere
Adds Nyong’o: “It’ll be interesting to bring out another one of those films without Chadwick Boseman but we are holding him in close light. I think people will be excited about this one.”
Black Panther: Wakanda Foreveris slated to premiere in November this year.
source: people.com
