Rosario Dawson looks elegant in a maxi dress at NYFW

She is best-known for giving captivating performances in front of the camera.

And Rosario Dawson ensured all eyes were on her as she put on an animated display while arriving at Gallery One for the Anna Sui New York Fashion Week presentation in Manhattan on Monday night.

The actress, 38, looked elegant in a patterned strapless maxi-dress, before larking around in front of the cameras with a variety of hilarious poses. 

 

All eyes on her: Rosario Dawson put on an animated display while arriving at Gallery One for the Anna Sui New York Fashion Week presentation in Manhattan on Monday night

Rosario displayed her slim figure in a orange, white and brown tie-dyed strapless number that tied at her waist.

The Defenders star went for a boho-inspired look by teaming the colorful dress with tan leather shoe-boots.

While giving the camera a quirky performance, Rosario accessorized her playful ensemble with a straw fedora.

The Rent actress wore her raven locks down and had only a minimal amount of make-up to accentuate her natural beauty.

Kicking things off: The actress, 38, looked elegant in a patterned strapless maxi-dress, before larking around in front of the cameras with a variety of hilarious poses 

Kicking things off: The actress, 38, looked elegant in a patterned strapless maxi-dress, before larking around in front of the cameras with a variety of hilarious poses 

Elegant: Rosario displayed her slim figure in a orange, white and brown tie-dyed strapless number that tied at her waist 

Elegant: Rosario displayed her slim figure in a orange, white and brown tie-dyed strapless number that tied at her waist 

Upon arrival, Rosario stole the show with her elated gesture by curtsying and kicking for the cameras.

The actress continued her animated performance next her her model pal, Niki Taylor, 42.

The two friends watched the Anna Sui fashion show from the front row.

While in the front row, Rosario was seen posing acting playfully shocked next to Niki. 

Putting the boot in: The Defenders star went for a boho-inspired look by teaming the colorful dress with tan leather shoe-boots 

Putting the boot in: The Defenders star went for a boho-inspired look by teaming the colorful dress with tan leather shoe-boots 

Niki attended the New York Fashion Week event in a burgundy sheer dress that was embellished with glittery green floral print. 

The Anna Sui fashion show featured many notable stars walking the runway such as the Hadid sisters, Gigi, 22, and Bella, 20. 

Prior to attending The Gallery One show, Rosario had her own event for Studio 189.

The Studio 189 event took place at the Metropolitan Pavillion where the actress showcased her new line for 2018. 

Posed: Rosario was seen posing acting playfully shocked next to Niki Taylor as they sat on the front row at the high-profile event 

Posed: Rosario was seen posing acting playfully shocked next to Niki Taylor as they sat on the front row at the high-profile event 

Side by side: Rosario continued her animated performance next her her model pal

Side by side: Rosario continued her animated performance next her her model pal

Stylish: The Rent actress wore her raven locks down and had only a minimal amount of make-up to accentuate her natural beauty 

Stylish: The Rent actress wore her raven locks down and had only a minimal amount of make-up to accentuate her natural beauty 

The actress is a co-founder of the fashion label, which focuses on creating chic and green clothing for both men and women. 

Rosario was joined on stage by Studio 189 designer Abrima Erwiah.

The line of clothes are meant to help promote and curate African-style pieces with worldwide distribution. 

At the green conscious fashion event, stars such as Paula Abdul were seen in attendance. 

Happy moments: Prior to attending The Gallery One show, Rosario had her own event for Studio 189 alongside the likes of  Paula Abdul (right)

Happy moments: Prior to attending The Gallery One show, Rosario had her own event for Studio 189 alongside the likes of  Paula Abdul (right)

Moment in the spotlight: The Studio 189 event took place at the Metropolitan Pavillion where the actress showcased her new line for 2018 

Moment in the spotlight: The Studio 189 event took place at the Metropolitan Pavillion where the actress showcased her new line for 2018 

At work: Rosario was joined on stage by Studio 189 designer Abrima Erwiah (right)

At work: Rosario was joined on stage by Studio 189 designer Abrima Erwiah (right)

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