You can dream about winning an Academy Award or being crowned by People as "The Most Beautiful Woman", but for one brilliant actress, this is her reality — and more. Lupita Nyong'o is ELLE UK's January cover girl, yet again demonstrating her photogenic chops. The issue hits newstands tomorrow, so you'll soon have your daily dose of Lupita and style.
The January cover features Nyong'o in a vibrant, one-shoulder Louis Vuitton number. Her skin, a radiant, youthful glow. Her smile, dazzling, as always. There is no doubt that Nyong'o leaves a heart-stopping effect on the casual reader — her effortless beauty and humble beginnings as production assistant turned Hollywood icon makes her especially appealing.
Nyong'o's ELLE UK interview is indeed a colorful mix — she tackles everything from her upcoming role in Star Wars to personal insecurities and opinions on fame. From Kenya to the galaxy and beyond, Lupita Nyong'o has certainly paved a powerful force for herself.
Naturally, she's dominated every corner of the fashion and beauty scene. Last year, Nyong'o struck it as a Miu Miu campaign model alongside the likes of Elizabeth Olsen, Elle Fanning, and Bella Heathcote. In addition to making the cut on Derek Blasberg's Best Dressed of 2014, Lancôme snapped Nyong'o as the new face of their international beauty house. Now that's a one-of-a-kind resume.
Before you add this glossy to your library, let us re-visit seven of the best Lupita Nyong'o magazine covers.
1. Vogue (October 2015)
Most recently, Nyong'o graced the October issue of Vogue looking like a total golden goddess. Many actresses pin for the day they land the coveted Vogue cover, only for Lupita Nyong'o, it's her second — and counting.
2. Dazed & Confused (February 2014)
Nyong'o rocks color like no other, and the February 2014 Dazed & Confused cover proves it. From her majestic pose to the innovative art direction, this cover is especially museum-worthy.
3. Lucky (March 2015)
On the March 2014 edition of Lucky, Nyong'o shows off her fresh-faced beauty and flawlessly executes the off-the-shoulder look.
4. Du Jour (Winter 2013)
I don't know about you, but I think blue might as well be Lupita Nyong'o's power color. Whether it be indigo, cobalt, or navy, she shines in all — forget about fifty shades of gray.
5. Harper's Bazaar UK (May 2015)
The May issue of Harper's Bazaar UK highlights Nyong'o's contagious smile — one that is sure to incite you to flash your own set of pearly whites.
6. Glamour (December 2014)
For once, Nyong'o isn't clad in an intricate, embellished masterpiece, but rather, an elegant white dress. Evidently, she stuns in couture-worthy gowns, but also manages to look equally as ravishing in simple designs.
7. Marie Claire South Africa (May 2014)
Let us take a moment of silence to admire this exquisite cover of a Lupita Nyong'o in red lipstick, sequins, and floral headpiece. Marie Claire South Africa: you've done well.
Images: ELLE UK, Vogue, Dazed & Confused, Lucky, Du Jour, Harper's Bazaar UK, Glamour, Marie Claire South Africa
