Gigi Hadid Gives the White Button-Up a Grungy Twist

The latest It item being sported by trendsetters? It’s not a flashy designer bag or a statement shoe—instead, it’s the classic white button-up shirt. The wardrobe staple has been having a moment this month: Hailey Bieber gave it a cool-girl twist earlier this week, opting for an oversized fit that gave it more of a streetwear-inspired feel. Now, model Gigi Hadid has hit Paris Fashion Week wearing her own take on the piece, infusing it with a punky spirit. (It’s a decidedly new look for Hadid, even if fashion month is the prime time to experiment with one’s personal style.)

Attending an art exhibit centered around the late designer Karl Lagerfeld, Hadid wore an extra-long white shirt that was left half-way unbuttoned; it could almost be interpreted as an homage to Lagerfeld, who himself wore white collared shirts almost exclusively. Hadid then gave the crisp top a grungier finish with an oversized black suit and a pair of hefty creeper shoes, complete with a dark red lip to play up the punk-inspired vibe. Finally, her one dangly earring also proved that wearing a single piece of jewelry is often all you need. From top to toe, Hadid confidently showed that when it comes to the classic white shirt, less is more.

Gigi Hadid Brings Much-Needed Supermodel Glamour to the VMAs

The MTV VMAs are known for its loud, out-there fashions. (Remember Lil’ Kim’s iconic breast-baring jumpsuit?) And it makes sense: after all, it’s a night for music’s biggest artists to put their distinctive style on full display—maximalism is the vibe. Still, supermodels have made their mark on the red carpet here, too: the epic Versace number Cindy Crawford wore to the awards in 1992 went down in VMAs history. Leave it to Gigi Hadid to serve those high fashion dramatics this year.

Attending with her sister, Bella Hadid, Gigi hit the step and repeat in a blush-colored ensemble by Tom Ford consisting of a skin-tight corset and shiny satin trousers. On her feet, she kept the neutral palette going with metallic pumps that had a dainty toe strap. Around her neck? Tasteful chains, which ensured the look truly went for gold. Consider it a prime example of how less is sometimes way more.