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‘Gossip Girl’ Reboot Kicks Off With a Prep School-Inspired Monse Fall ’21 Runway Show

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Hey, Upper East Siders.  Footwear News here, and we’ve got all the deets on last night’s Monse fall ’21 runway show in New York, made in tandem with HBO Max’s “Gossip Girl” reboot — which also happened to premiere on the same evening. Monse fall 2021 runway debuts at “Gossip Girl” premiere event. CREDIT: Calen Rose The collection, shown on a triangular runway at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge, mixed academia references with Monse’s signature deconstructed garments — and, for good measure, added a dash of punk to the mix. Designers Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim included many of the signatures from their brand — shirting, lacing and asymmetric and off-the-shoulder silhouettes. Many collared button-down shirts were revamped as oversized or mixed-media dresses with high-low hems — one striped number, worn by Slick Woods, boasted the namesake drama character’s signature “XOXO” graphics. Many models donned cropped cream and navy sweaters and sweater dresses, often featuring distressed or sl

Helen Mirren Gives Her Chic Plaid Dress a Sporty Twist With Green Cariuma Sneakers During Cannes Film Festival

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If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, we may receive an affiliate commission. Dame Helen Mirren is a pro at glamorous red carpet looks  — and, thanks to a pair of sustainable sneakers, she’s a confirmed pro off the carpet as well. Mirren wore a monochrome ensemble while arriving at the Hotel Martinez during the 2021 Cannes Film Festival — a signature of hers over the years. The “Anna” star donned a chic navy and white maxi dress, printed in a blurred plaid pattern. She accessorized the piece with a black leather embossed handbag, featuring a cobalt blue lining. The look was unified with Mirren’s choice of headwear — a whimsical knotted headband printed in stripes and polka dots, also featuring a navy and white palette. A silver watch, dangling gold earrings and an oversized pair of sunglasses completed the outfit. Helen Mirren arrives at the Hotel Martinez during the 2021 Cannes Film Festival. CREDIT: MCvitanovic / SplashNews

Izabel Goulart Turns Heads in a Backless Top & ’70s-Chic Feather Pants at Cannes Film Festival

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Izabel Goulart is turning the streets of Cannes, France, into her own personal catwalk this week. The model attended the premiere of “Stillwater” today during the 2021 Cannes Film Festival, walking the red carpet in statement-making attire. Her ensemble featured a halter-neck top complete with a bold backless fit and feather-coated coordinating pants; the embellished set comes courtesy of Etro and was accessorized further with dramatic diamond-coated jewelry. Izabel Goulart attends the “Stillwater” premiere during the 2021 Cannes Film Festival, July 8. CREDIT: Maximon/MEGA Izabel Goulart attends the “Stillwater” premiere during the 2021 Cannes Film Festival, July 8. CREDIT: Maximon/MEGA Izabel Goulart attends the “Stillwater” premiere during the 2021 Cannes Film Festival, July 8. CREDIT: Maximon/MEGA Earlier this week, stepping out on the famous Croisette, the model took on French trends in a perfectly tailored white suit and a chic tied-up scarf top. On her feet,

Chrissy Teigen Vacations in a Kimono Dress & the Brightest Take on the Big Toe Sandal Trend

Chrissy Teigen’s style for her Italian getaway is peak beach attire. The model showed off her attire from her trip to Cinque Terre, Italy, this morning, taking to Instagram to debut her striped kimono-style dress. The colorful design comes courtesy of brand Rianna and Nina, retailing for close to $3,000 on the brand’s website . When it came down to footwear, the cookbook author included another pop of color with trending sandals. View this post on Instagram A post shared by chrissy teigen (@chrissyteigen) The neon heels featured a wrapped silhouette with endless straps, a stiletto heel and a loop toe fit. Big-toe silhouettes became a celebrity-endorsed style in the summer of 2019 and have since continued to appear on the likes of Katy Perry, Lori Harvey and Katie Holmes amongst others. The style offers a laid-back appeal with the stability and familiarity of the 1990s, a common theme amongst “it” girl trends this season. As for Teigen hers

Kamala Harris’ Stepdaughter Wows in Balenciaga Couture for Her Paris Fashion Week Debut

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Vice President Kamala Harris’ stepdaughter Ella Emhoff stole the show this week as she made her Paris Fashion Week debut. Walking the runways for Balenciaga’s first couture collection in 53 years, the 22-year-old showed off her impressive catwalk skills on Wednesday in a twist on suited fashion. Emhoff modeled an ankle-length, double-breasted coat during the show complete with a branded brooch and a layered puffy cape. On her feet, the newly designed outfit included a set of boots that fall in line with Emhoff’s own taste; the square-toe pair featured smooth black leather uppers with an ankle-length fit and a lifted heel. View this post on Instagram A post shared by ella emhoff (@ellaemhoff) The runway show this week isn’t the first time that the second daughter appeared in a major brand’s collection. during New York Fashion Week in February, Emhoff closed out the last day of virtual shows with an unexpected spot in Proenza Schouler’s fall ’

Candice Swanepoel Brings the ‘Ugly’ Sandal Trend to Cannes in the Silkiest Shirt & Pants Set

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Canice Swanepoel made sure to pack one of footwear’s biggest trends for the Cannes Film Festival this year. The former Victoria’s Secret Angel was spotted at the Hotel Martinez in the south of France yesterday, staying cool in a double silk set from Madga Butrym; similar printed tops from the designer retail for just over $1,000 with coordinating pants available for the same price at Selfridges . Candice Swanepoel seen at Hotel Martinez during Cannes Film Festival 2021, July 7. CREDIT: MCvitanovic/Splash News A closer view of Candice Swanepoel’s sandals. CREDIT: MCvitanovic/Splash News On her feet, Swanepoel gave her outfit a trending touch in puffy sandals. The white double-strap pair featured padded uppers with textured outsoles and a comfortable footbed; Gia Couture x Pernille offers a similar silhouette for $450 at Farfetch . Typically considered “ugly” in the world of fashion, the new appreciation for comfortable sandal styles comes with an increased desire for ea

Karlie Kloss Perfects Date Night Styling in a Draped Little Black Dress & the Wildest Face-Adorned Heels

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Karlie Kloss brought her chic date style abroad this week amidst the excitement of Paris Fashion Week Couture. The supermodel joined her husband Joshua Kushner for dinner at Le Grand Vefour last night in glam attire, opting for a twist on a little black dress. The design featured a draped front with a tube-inspired silhouette and a crossbody chain strap to finish. Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner dine at Le Grand Vefour restaurant during Paris Fashion Week, July 7. CREDIT: KCS Presse/MEGA Karlie Kloss and Joshua Kushner dine at Le Grand Vefour restaurant during Paris Fashion Week, July 7. CREDIT: KCS Presse/MEGA When it came down to footwear, the former Victoria’s Secret Angel broke out a unique pair of heels from a brand new collection. The Schiaparelli fall ’22 line, led by Daniel Roseberry, pulls surrealist inspiration with accents that resemble faces and body parts — think eyes and a nose on a tote bag or detailed toes sculpted onto wedge boots. Kloss’ pair in partic

Sofia Vergara Gets Tropical in Pineapple Pants, a Ruffled Bandeau & See-Through Wedges

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Sofia Vergara is back at her favorite place and she packed her tropical style with her. The “Modern Family” star returned to her second home, which she calls Casa Chipi Chipi, this week alongside her husband Joe Manganiello and members of their family. Last night, Vergara joined her sister and a few other guests for a chic beachside outing. For the occasion, the actress stayed on theme in a strapless ruffled bandeau top matched to pineapple-adorned pants and wedge mules with see-through straps. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sofia Vergara (@sofiavergara) PVC footwear rose to prominence in 2018 and has since become a staple on the celebrity style scene. Brands like Gianvito Rossi, Christian Louboutin and Givenchy have jumped on the clear shoe train with bold heels and studded designs that flatter the foot and elongate the legs. In addition to stars like Xtina, J-Lo and Cardi B, the Kardashian-Jenner sisters are huge fans of the t