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Angela Bassett Elevates Her Feathered Dark Glamour Look With a Crystal Skull Clutch for ‘American Horror Story: 13’
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In Short: Actress Angela Bassett elevated her dark glamour look with a crystal skull clutch at a New York City event.
Actress Angela Bassett attended the 'American Horror Story: 13' celebration at New York City’s Hotel Chelsea on Wednesday night, showcasing a striking dark glamour look.
Bassett's outfit featured a Falguni Shane Peacock design with a bodice that included defined cups framed by oversized curved panels and gravity-defying structural elements.
The skirt of the dress had a slim-fitting silhouette and a layered midi hemline adorned with flouncy black feathers, adding texture to the monochrome look.
The dark color scheme extended to Bassett’s ankle-strap heels, complementing the overall aesthetic.
Bassett accessorized with a pair of hoop earrings and a sinuous statement necklace that mirrored the design of her dress.
The standout accessory was a crystal-embellished skull clutch from Judith Leiber, featuring rhinestones, dark eye sockets, and a chain-link strap.
The Bela Lugosi Crystal Skull Bag, priced at over $5,000, first appeared at luxury retailers in 2016, according to resale sites.
WWD noted that Bassett successfully modernized the structured style of dark glamour, giving the trend a contemporary twist.
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The thirteenth season of the American horror anthology television series American Horror Story, subtitled 13, began filming on April 6, 2026, and concluded on July 28, 2026.
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- Since its rise on the red carpet in 2024, dark glamour’s continued to act as an aesthetic choice on the red carpet, particularly when it comes to horror-themed events.