Vanessa Williams stole the show at the charity gala night after party for The Devil Wears Prada: The Musical as she donned a striking caped corset gown.
The Ugly Betty actor, 61, is starring in the new musical – based on the hit book and film – as the iconic Miranda Priestly, and made a fittingly fashionable arrival at Sunday’s event.
After performing the role on stage at The Dominion Theatre, Vanessa was among the stars to join for an official after party in support of the Elton John Aids Foundation at The British Museum.
Vanessa turned heads in a glamorous black metallic off-the-shoulder gown, complete with a high-leg split, a dramatic cape and a sheer corseted bodice which exposed her trim torso.
Meanwhile she accessorised with a silver clutch bag and big hoop earrings, as well as a dainty diamond bracelet and sweeping her brunette locks into a top knot bun.
Earlier in the evening, ahead of her performance, Vanessa made an appearance at The Dominion Theatre in a chic black leather midi skirt with a red satin blouse and snake-print belt.
The Ugly Betty actor, 61, is starring in the new musical – based on the hit book and film – as the iconic Miranda Priestly, and made a fittingly fashionable arrival at Sunday’s event
The production showcased preview performances at the Theatre Royal Plymouth in July and August prior to opening on the West End in October.
In a promo for the show shared in early July, which boasts: ‘Miranda has arrived,’ the actress and singer was seen shooting from underneath the stage in dramatic fashion.
The star of the new production, featuring music by Elton John, was all decked out in a red sequin gown and a matching duster jacket.
Initially, she stood still with the jacket held closed while staring forward with a serious Miranda look on her face, but once she reached the top of the stage she quickly flashed her coat open to give a full-body look at the striking number.
The musical is based on Lauren Weisberger’s best-selling 2003 novel and the 2006 blockbuster film – which went on to receive two Academy Award nominations.
Vanessa portrays Miranda Priestly, the powerful New York City–based editor-in-chief of the fictional fashion magazine Runway, who was played by Meryl Streep in the movie adaptation.
In the promo clip, Vanessa oozed high-fashion in her gown that hugs her fab figure in all the right ways.
While the coat, which fell down close to the ground, was a brighter red on the outside, once Vanessa flashed the two sides open it revealed a darker red sequin design that was a near perfect match to her gown.
After performing the role on stage at The Dominion Theatre, Vanessa was among the stars to join for an official after party in support of the Elton John Aids Foundation at The British Museum
Meanwhile she accessorised with a silver clutch bag and big hoop earrings
