Staying with the trends and her favorite colors, the talented star rocks a colorblock dress and a sleek updo.

A crisp white gown with attention-grabbing gold earrings will always be a fashion yes.

Long keeps it short, sweet, and monochromatic to celebrate President-elect Barack Obama. Notice she rarely wears tons of jewelry?

The actress poses for photographers in a super sexy body-hugging dress that's just right for an award show like the Grammys.

At the Essence Black Women in Hollywood luncheon in Beverly Hills, the actress is all smiles in a curvaceous white dress with black lace accents.

A simple caftan silhouette and summer heels is all you need to stay chic (and cool) on a hot day.

Young and fun; a jumper is a great way to dress up without looking like you thought about it. Plus the modern cut updates the go-to color.

Long works her dancer inspired look at the L.A. premiere of Premonition. Carrie Bradshaw would be proud.  

A simple black dress gets a major makeover with hoop earrings, black lace tights, and high-heeled booties.

Combining black and white in a print is one way to make sure you don’t fall prey to the same old look.