One monochrome outfit at a time, Janelle Monae (and stylist Maeve Riley) is stunning us all with her updated and stylish take on this age-old classic color combination. Her latest look - a Valentino printed dress & coat - is what prompted me to pull together my favorite black & white looks from the talented performer and style star. From all-over black and white prints, to color blocked looks, she has definitely evolved from her black suit with white blouse days.
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