PHOTOS: ALL the Black designers Tracee Ellis Ross wore at the American Music Awards

The actress wore 10 different outfits when she hosted the show for the second year in a row.

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Tracee Ellis Ross hosted the American Music Awards for the second year in a row and the actress used her platform to highlight the work of Black designers.

The black-ish star made a conscious decision to choose outfits created by Black designers and pulled off ten wardrobe changes during the live show.

“I’ve featured black designers in all of my @AMAs press looks, and will do the same for all my show looks tonight!,” she posted on Twitter ahead of the big event on Tuesday night.

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She and her stylist, Karla Welch, selected several gorgeous outfits by Black designers and we’ve got the scoop on all of her looks.

Pyer Moss Pantsuit

Tracee Ellis Ross

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The 45-year-old actress strutted down the red carpet in a light pink and black suit by Pyer Moss and paired it with red bottoms.

Nicolas Jebran bodysuit

Tracee Ellis Ross

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When Tracee Ellis Ross opened the annual awards show, she donned a sequined bodysuit by Nicolas Jebran underneath a Dapper Dan cape by Gucci and paired it with Air Force 1s.

CD Green gown

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Ross kept her sparkle game going with this gold gown by CD Greene.

Shanel Campbell  skirt

Tracee Ellis Ross

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The actress made a statement with her next outfit; a bright red skirt by Shanel Campbell paired with a T-shirt by When We All Vote x Karla that encouraged viewers to vote.

Off-White gown

Tracee Ellis Ross

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For a more polished look, Ross went with this cream-colored, tulle gown by Off-White and it may have been our favorite look of the night.

Sergio Hudson bodysuit

Tracee Ellis Ross

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This wild child went all the way there in this leopard-print bodysuit by Sergio Hudson. The matching hat and sunglasses helped to take this belted look to the next level.

Lavie by CK dress

Tracee Ellis Ross

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Ross served up another winner with this gorgeous gown from Lavie by CK. We loved the shape and colorful pattern.

Balmain beauty

Tracee Ellis Ross

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Ross rocked this black, sequined number from Balmain beautifully. The double-breasted gown gave off the appearance of a suit, but offered a sexy slit to show off those lovely legs.

Deshon delight

Tracee Ellis Ross

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This bold blue look was a super special selection from DESHON. The belted suit came with a skirt and a train and looked fantastic on stage.

Carly Cushnie jumpsuit 

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Trace Ellis Ross closed out the show in a red, off-the-shoulder jumpsuit from CUSHNIE by Carly Cushnie after the incredible tribute to Aretha Franklin. 

 

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