Tina Knowles, Michelle Williams and More Bring Velvet, Crystals and Power Dressing to the 2025 Angel Ball

A bevy of high-profile stars from Broadway performer and Destiny’s Child alum Michelle Williams to Tina Knowles and more styled designer pieces and dramatic looks for the 27th annual Angel Ball on Monday night in New York City.

Gowns by Valdrin Sahiti, Bibu Mohapatra and more provided the perfect amount of sartorial theatricality, while streamlined Saint Laurent pieces evoked a moody fall statement. WWD breaks down those red carpet looks and more ahead.

Michelle Williams at the 27th Annual Angel Ball held at Cipriani Wall St. on October 27, 2025 in New York, New York.

Williams’ Bibu Mohapatra bustier column gown, crafted in faille and velvet fabric, was designed with an elongated frame and figure-hugging silhouette. The dress, in black and white color blocking, featured a gazar petal drape at the hips for an exaggerated, yet soft, element. The train of the gown added a touch of drama.

The “Death Becomes Her” Broadway show star accessorized her look with jewelry pieces by Lorraine Schwartz. Glam for Williams was provided by Neil Scibelli, Ty Hunter and New Jersey sew-in hairstylist Fetishhhe.

Tina Knowles Tina Knowles at the 27th Annual Angel Ball held at Cipriani Wall St. on October 27, 2025 in New York, New York.

Tina Knowles at the 27th Annual Angel Ball held at Cipriani Wall St. on October 27, 2025 in New York, New York.

Knowles carried drama and the ongoing fall burgundy trend in a voluminous Valdrin Sahiti gown. The velvet dress featured structure contrasted by fluidity. The “Matriarch” author’s gown featured sheer beaded panel glides through the bodice along with a thigh-high slit. Construction of the gown weaved intricate embroidery with crystal embellishments, articulating sensuality and a regal presence.

Gayle King Gayle King at the 27th Annual Angel Ball held at Cipriani Wall St. on October 27, 2025 in New York, New York.

Gayle King at the 27th Annual Angel Ball held at Cipriani Wall St. on October 27, 2025 in New York, New York.

Like Knowles, Gayle King embraced autumnal tones as well, wearing a silky satin orange dress with an asymmetrical neckline and floral appliqués on the one sleeve. The dress was constructed with a fitted bodice, slightly cinched at the waist, and the skirt included a flowing column. At the back of the dress and connected to the single sleeve, fabric flowed effortlessly for a train-like effect.

Mary J. Blige Mary J. Blige at the 27th Annual Angel Ball held at Cipriani Wall St. on October 27, 2025 in New York, New York.

Mary J. Blige at the 27th Annual Angel Ball held at Cipriani Wall St. on October 27, 2025 in New York, New York.

Mary J. Blige brought regal energy and fabric play in a look by Tony Ward. The Oscar-nominated “Mudbound” actress wore a long-sleeve dress in black with asymmetrical draping and crystal stones on the semi-sheer bodysuit. Glam for Blige was provided by Merrell Hollis, Hair by Jaz Mink and Jeremy Haynes.

Brooks Nader Brooks Nader at the 27th Annual Angel Ball held at Cipriani Wall St. on October 27, 2025 in New York, New York.

Brooks Nader at the 27th Annual Angel Ball held at Cipriani Wall St. on October 27, 2025 in New York, New York.

Brooks Nader took a leaf from Zoë Kravitz’s “The Batman” promotional tour style book with her Saint Laurent dress. The sleek black dress featured cutouts beneath the bustline and a figure-hugging silhouette. Nader’s dress is the same Saint Laurent design worn by Kravitz at a screening of “The Batman” in February 2022.

Founded in memory of Gabrielle Rich Aouad, the annual Angel Ball supports Gabrielle’s Angel Foundation for Cancer Research. Sponsored by Lorraine Schwartz, the 2025 edition of the gala honored Knowles, Amy Green and Skye and Don Rufus Hankey. The event was hosted by King with performances by Ja Rule, Patti LaBelle and Paul Russell.

Angel Ball 2025: Mary J. Blige, Gayle King and More Celebrity Style, Photos Brooks Nader at the 27th Annual Angel Ball held at Cipriani Wall St. on October 27, 2025 in New York, New York.