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85-Year-Old Music Icon's First-Ever 'Fit Check' Took 12 Takes: 'I Don't Have a Team'

Dionne Warwick is fully embracing the world of social media culture after jumping on the bandwagon with her first-ever "fit check."

The legendary singer, who often shares a glimpse of her life beyond the spotlight, drew attention by keeping it real and unfiltered, offering a refreshingly candid take on the trend.

The 85-year-old music icon recently attended the 2026 Billboard Women in Music Awards to present the Visionary Award to actress and R&B singer Teyana Taylor.

At the red carpet, the award-winning artist stole the spotlight in an all-white ensemble, looking effortlessly chic and timeless as ever.

Warwick's outfit featured a satin-finished oversized blazer with rhinestone details on the sleeves and she paired it with her white striped wide-leg pants, giving the look a girl boss vibe.

In addition, she layered a black lace top under her suit to add contrast and depth to the look.

Lastly, she elevated her outfit with subtle sparkles through simple yet elegant diamond-studded earrings and a matching necklace.

The "Walk on By" hitmaker took to social media to share details behind her look.

According to her, since many of the comments were asking her about the details of her look, she decided to make a video about it.

In her post, Warwick proudly revealed that she personally styled her red carpet outfit.

"Let me just say this, I'm wearing what I want to wear. How about that? I think I look pretty nice and personally, of course, everybody wants to know who is your team. I don't have a team," she revealed, before adding, "I am my team. The young lady did my makeup on solid gold and she taught me everything there was to know about my face and how to prepare for anything I had to do. So you are looking at my styling team. Totally me."

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"My first fit check. I will do more if you like the fit," she captioned her post, adding that Brittani Warrick, the singer's niece who has worked with her for over a decade, had her complete 12 takes to get the video just right.

Following her post, the comment section quickly lit up with interesting reactions from fans who were drawn to the "I Say a Little Prayer" singer's fit check debut.

"She said what she said!!! She looks amazing!!" one wrote.

"Queen Dionne telling it like it is once again! We love you so much, Dionne!! I listen to you almost every week," a commenter added.

The same goes for another user who said, "Serving looks."

Even Emmy Award–winning fashion stylist and costume designer Brenda Cooper was impressed by the music legend's look, noting, "As an award-winning stylist, I would honestly say your style team is 100% fabulous. On point, great personal style, great silhouettes, self-contained and simply fabulous!!"

As mentioned, Warwick's recent public appearance was during the 2026 Billboard Women in Music Awards.

Before calling Taylor on stage, she praised the 35-year-old singer whom she called her "alter ego."

Related: '60s Legend Reacts to Teyana Taylor's Awkward Onstage Moment

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This story was originally published April 30, 2026 at 8:41 PM.

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