Model Kaia Gerber was seen in New York City on Tuesday night, sporting a black silk slip dress paired with a white silk scarf draped over her collarbone and cascading down her back. The ensemble immediately drew comparisons to looks worn by Carolyn Bessette Kennedy, a prominent style icon of the 1990s.
Gerber, who was accompanied by singer Hayes Warner as she exited the Crosby Street Hotel, accessorized her outfit with Gianvito Rossi mule heels and Tom Ford sunglasses. This particular style choice has resonated with fans who noted its resemblance to an outfit worn by Sarah Pidgeon, who portrays Bessette Kennedy in the FX series “Love Story.” In the show, the dress and scarf combination features prominently in a scene depicting a family dinner.
While there is no definitive photographic evidence of the real Carolyn Bessette Kennedy wearing this exact outfit, the look has become a notable element in the dramatization of her life. Social media users have commented on Gerber's resemblance to Bessette Kennedy, with one user on X noting the specific scene where Ethel Kennedy reportedly commented on the scarf.
Gerber has a known affinity for 1990s silhouettes, often incorporating classic styles into her wardrobe, whether casual daytime looks or evening wear. This is not the first time Gerber has paid homage to iconic fashion moments. At the premiere of her forthcoming FX show “Shards” on Monday, she wore an embellished strapless gown reminiscent of her mother, Cindy Crawford.
Adding another layer of nostalgia, Richard Gere’s son, Homer, stars alongside Gerber in “Shards.” Cindy Crawford was famously married to Gere in the 1990s.
“Shards” is scheduled to premiere on FX and Hulu on August 5.