Street Style: The Baddies At HelloBeautiful's NYFW Kick-Off Party

HelloBeautiful held our inaugural NYFW party at the immersive NYC venue Lightbox. Stylistas, editors, and industry insiders gathered in the name of the semi-annual fashion celebration, which has style lovers galavanting through the streets of New York to attend one runway show at a time. Our kickoff fete served as a prelude to the exciting NYFW season that garners the hottest celebrities, exclusive events, and unforgettable looks from our favorite designers. Because the week-long event encourages fashion lovers to spotlight their individual style unapologetically, HB’s party showcased lots of modish looks. From bold colors to spicy, structured statement pieces, the girlies (and guys) did not disappoint! RELATED: ‘The Magic Of Black Women Is Irreplaceable’: Sergio Hudson Talks To ‘HB’ Before Just Before His S/S 2025 NYFW Show NYFW Gallery: See All The Celebs We Love Spotted At The Off-White Spring-Summer 2025 NYFW Show Lil Kim’s Fashionably Late Entrance At NYFW Gave Pure Queen Bee Energy

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Hosted on three levels of the Lightbox, guests enjoyed savory small bites that floated through the rooms, as well as a photo booth on the lower level and Instagram-worthy backdrops scattered throughout the venue. With music by DJ Ty Alexander, attendees hit the dance floor with their drinks and two steps in tow. Our NYFW gift bags were strategically curated to carry attendees through NYFW and beyond. The goal was to supply products that boost your skincare routine, get your hair together, and provide you with tantalizing scents. Each guest received a gift bag from our sponsors that included OLAY’s Cleansing Melts, Super Serum Night Repair, and Super Eye Serum; Dossier’s Out & Rose on Fire; Professional Hair Labs’ Ghostbond Glowup Adhesive; Crème of Nature’s Edge Control; and ConditionHER’s body cream.  If you missed our inaugural event and all the stylish looks that lit up the room, you’re in luck. Take a look at the baddies that attended HelloBeautiful’s NYFW party.  

1. HelloBeautiful NYFW Kickoff Party Attendees

The style and beauty was at an all-time high at HB’s NYFW Kickoff Party! 

2. Shamika Sanders, HB's Style & Beauty Director

Our very own Shamika Sanders served vixen vibes in a chic black tuxedo dress and a rosy red lip.

3. Style & Beauty Senior Editor, Marsha Badger & KoKo

Senior Editor Marsha B opted for a Boho chic look in wide-leg pants and a bandeau top. She posed alongside Boston-based style influencer Koko, who wore a vibrant checkered skirt by Kadiju.

4. Tanya Hoffler-Moore, Genesis Flores, Abigail Bazile & Allison McGevna

iOne Digital’s VP of video, Tanya Hoffler-Moore, Social Media Manager of branded content, Genesis Flores, Associate Director of integrated marketing, Abigail Bazile, and Allison McGevna, Senior Vice President of Content also made a stylish appearance.

5. Talibah Stewart, Joce Blake, & Marsha Badger

Celebrity hairstylist Talibah Stewart and our freelance journalist Joce Blake also made a stylish appearance at the NYFW soirée. 

6. Keyaira Boone & Russia Boles

Our freelance journalist Keyaira Boone posed alongside publicist Russia Boles, with both women serving casually chic ensembles.

7. Tarrion J

Style writer Tarrion J. showed off his toned legs in a black mini A-lined skirt, partnered with a black and white striped shirt.

8. Tiffany Smith

MadameNoire’s Social Media Manager came through with a casual, sporty slay that we love!

9. Char Masona

HelloBeautiful’s Social Media Manager served fashion and drama in a black cut out gown.

10. Danielle James, Jihan Forbes & Cliché Wynter-Mayo

Elle Magazine’s Digital Beauty Director, Danielle James, posed with Milk Makeup’s Senior Editorial Manager, Jihan Forbes, and HB’s Director of Sponsor & Affiliate Content, Cliché Wynter-Mayo. 

11. Jada Lowe

Soil Vibes plant shop owner Jada Lowe was sitting pretty in a champagne-colored ensemble.

12. Veronica Hilbring

Guest Veronica Hilbring opted for a chic brown set that perfectly complimented her melanin.

13. Amanda Hynes & Syreta

Global Brand Public Relations Director Amanda Hynes posed alongside HB kickoff party attendee Syreta. Both ladies complimented each other, with Hynes wearing an oversized white top and lace bottom and Syreta wearing a strapless black dress with a sweetheart neckline.