Basic Bassett: Classy

Angela Bassett, nominee for Outstanding Performance by an Actress in a Leading role, poses for photographers on the red carpet at the Black Movie Awards, Sunday, October 15, 2006 in Los Angeles. Bassett wore pure Platinum jewelry by Neil Lane, a rare Platinum and diamond wide deco bracelet, Platinum and Kunzite right hand ring and a pair of ultra long chandelier earrings. Her dress was by Escada, an exquisite purple chiffon plunging v-neck gown. (AP Photo/Michael A. Mariant)