Tracee Ellis Ross’s style is all her own. When it comes to fashion, the daughter of icon Diana Ross can simply do no wrong. From movie premieres to awards ceremonies and Instagram selfies, Ellis Ross is a fashion scholar, mixing and juxtaposing eras, trends, and designers in her own masterful way. Her fashion choices are like an addiction: she keeps us longing for more! When she hosted the 2018 American Music Awards, she set the bar high, exclusively wearing 10 distinctive looks from all Black designers. She also designed a collection in partnership with J.C. Penney in 2017, bringing her style to those who long for a bit of her fashion charm.

Editor’s Note: In honor of Black History Month, we highlight some of the most influential forces in fashion, in no specific order. Their impact on the culture is undeniable – and we use this time to tip our hats off to their Black excellence.