Coco Austin caused a stir at New York Fashion Week on Tuesday when she arrived at the LaQuan Smith show wearing a sheer gold gown that left little to the imagination and prompted a wardrobe malfunction as cameras flashed along the front row. The 46-year-old model and Ice-T’s wife drew quick attention for the bold look, which showcased a metallic, see-through fabric from top to bottom.
The gown’s reveal was tempered by a chunky gold necklace and minimal other adornments, letting the fabric and lighting do most of the talking as attendees turned their heads. Front-row seats are a coveted perch at NYFW, and Austin did not disappoint in terms of presence, mingling with other fashion-heavyweights as photographers captured every angle of the moment.
The appearance comes as part of a broader NYFW itinerary for the couple. Austin and Ice-T were seen alongside notable guests, including rapper Busta Rhymes and fashion impresario Fern Mallis, signaling their continued participation in the week’s high-profile events. The moment also aligned with a recent buzz around Chanel, the couple’s nine-year-old daughter, who has begun to carve out a public-facing presence of her own.
Chanel Nicole is listed as signed with the Zuri Agency, according to the family’s social media posts and profiles. Ice-T and Coco have spoken publicly about guiding their child’s online activity, noting that they monitor her Instagram and other social platforms and would pause the exposure if she later expresses a desire to step back.
The family has previously shared lighthearted glimpses of Chanel on set and on location, including moments from the set of Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, where Chanel briefly explored the scene with mom and dad in view of cameras. Ice-T has played Detective Odafin