A bevy of beautiful and truly inspirational ladies gathered at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel for Variety’s Power of Women Luncheon earlier this month. This intimate affair was held to celebrate their philanthropic efforts and significant contributions in the entertainment industry. Some of our favorite women, such as Reese Witherspoon, Anna Kendrick, and Salma Hayek, graced the event with their stunning presence and delivered empowering speeches.
Here is a roundup of the striking red carpet looks during Variety’s Power of Women Luncheon:
1. Rosie Huntington-Whiteley
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley was a vision of elegance and understated sensuality in a structured black gown from Stella McCartney. Her hair was swept up in a stylish updo, and she finished off her look with a pair of classic black pointy-toe pumps.
Rosie Huntington-Whiteley at Variety’s Power of Women Luncheon held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on October 9, 2015
The British supermodel wore the “Reily” sculptural midi dress from Stella McCartney’s fall 2015 collection. It features black wool-blend crepe, a notched neckline, lightly boned bodice, a sequined panel, and a mini skirt underlay at the cutaway front.
Stella McCartney “Reily” Structured Midi Dress, $3,890.57
Rosie went for an all-black ensemble and paired her Stella McCartney gown with the “Anouk” pumps in black suede from Jimmy Choo. These shoes feature pointy toes and towering spike heels. They are also available in blackberry, navy, ocean, and red suede.
Jimmy Choo “Anouk” Pumps in Black Suede, $595
2. Reese Witherspoon
Hollywood sweetheart Reese Witherspoon was also in attendance at Variety’s Power of Women Luncheon. She looked darling in a charming printed frock from Balenciaga, which features a sleeveless design, a round neckline, and a fit-flare silhouette.
Reese Witherspoon at Variety’s Power of Women Luncheon held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on October 9, 2015
She kept her styling simple with pink lips and her golden locks cascading down her shoulders, but she completed her look with the latest celebrity favorite shoes from Christian Louboutin, the “Benedetta” sandals. These shoes feature a strappy T-bar silhouette, adjustable ankle straps, towering stiletto heels, and the brand’s signature red leather soles.
Christian Louboutin “Benedetta” Sandals, $925
3. Jaime King
Jaime King looked pretty in pink in a blush-colored satin gown from Katie Ermilio’s spring 2016 collection. It features long sleeves, a pink-and-white checked print, and a windowpane design that showed off her toned legs and metallic open-toe heels.
Jaime King at Variety’s Power of Women Luncheon held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on October 9, 2015
Katie Ermilio Spring/Summer 2016 Dress
4. Mary Elizabeth Winstead
Adding a bit of shimmer to the festivities was Mary Elizabeth Winstead, who stepped out in a colorful dress from Roksanda’s pre-fall 2015 collection. It falls just below the knees, and it features a round neckline and a sleeveless design. Her hair was styled in a chic bob, and she rounded off her look with pink lips, ankle-strap heels, and a pale pink box clutch.
Mary Elizabeth Winstead at Variety’s Power of Women Luncheon held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on October 9, 2015
5. Jenna Dewan-Tatum
Jenna Dewan-Tatum showed off her style prowess in a monochromatic floral dress from Prabal Gurung’s resort 2016 collection. It features a round neckline, a sleeveless design, black-and-white floral print, contrast solid black panels, and a flirty side slit. She finished off her look with a slightly tousled bob, a black clutch, and black ankle-strap sandals from Jimmy Choo.
Jenna Dewan-Tatum at Variety’s Power of Women Luncheon held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on October 9, 2015
6. Salma Hayek
Salma Hayek’s sultry elegance was in full display at Variety’s Women of Power Luncheon. She wore a yellow sheath dress from Bottega Veneta, which hugged her figure perfectly. Soft waves, a red woven shoulder bag, and a pair of red peep-toe slingback heels capped off her look.
Salma Hayek at Variety’s Power of Women Luncheon held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on October 9, 2015
7. Anna Kendrick
Anna Kendrick opted for a more understated look at Variety’s Women of Power Luncheon in a nude-colored dress from Paule Ka, which she paired with black pumps from Jimmy Choo. Her dark hair fell in soft waves down her shoulders, and she finished off her look with jewels from Anne Sisteron and a clutch from Jimmy Choo.
Anna Kendrick at Variety’s Power of Women Luncheon held at the Beverly Wilshire Four Seasons Hotel in Beverly Hills, California, on October 9, 2015
She wore a cotton pique dress from Paule Ka, which features a round neck, short sleeves, a zipped back, embroidered details on the neckline and waist, and a flared skirt.
Paule Ka Cotton Pique Dress in Black, $450
The Hollywood superstar carried the “Carmen” clutch in a hue that matched her Paule Ka dress. It is a rounded box clutch with a metal frame, nude-colored satin lining, and the trademark Jimmy Choo engraving on the metal side panel.
Jimmy Choo “Carmen” Clutch in Ice Blue Metallic Water Snake, $1,695
Anna wore the “Addison” pumps from Jimmy Choo to finish off her sophisticated look. These shoes feature pointy toes and a sexy d’Orsay silhouette.
Jimmy Choo “Addison” Pumps in Black Suede, $595
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What do you think of these seven lovely looks from Variety’s Women of Power Luncheon? Which one was your favorite?
