PARIS — Lola Tung stepped out in Paris on Wednesday after news broke that The Summer I Turned Pretty is getting a movie adaptation. The leading lady arrived at the Mariny Theatre wearing a sparkling Blumarine dress, futuristic Balenciaga sunglasses and a Charles & Keith Hazel Trapeze Shoulder Bag. Tung’s sequined mini dress is a major investment, but the East-West handbag she carried was a notably more accessible purchase, priced at just under $120.
Charles & Keith’s Hazel Trapeze Shoulder Bag comes in pale pink, with a pale pink version also offered in white, pale blue and black. The bag has become a favorite on red carpets for a range of celebrities; Charli XCX has been photographed carrying the black version on multiple occasions this May, underscoring the brand’s appeal as an affordable yet camera-ready accessory. The brand’s footwear is similarly celebrity-endorsed, with Charles & Keith heels seen on stars such as Selena Gomez, Rachel Bilson and Joey King. Tung’s choice sits at a fraction of the price of her dress, which helps illustrate a broader fashion narrative around accessible luxury on the red carpet.
Beyond Tung’s look, the star has leaned on other widely available labels during the buzzy press tour. She has carried Coach bags on- and off-screen, including the Alter/Ego Crescent Shoulder Bag and the Tabby Chain Clutch, which remain available at full price. However, several Coach accessories have been heavily discounted on Amazon ahead of October’s Prime Big Deal Days, demonstrating how fans can emulate the look without breaking the bank. Following the Season 3 finale, Amazon also dropped new merchandise in its official The Summer I Turned Pretty storefront — including “From Paris, With Love” T-shirts — signaling ongoing cross-promotion as the series expands into new media.
The public-facing fashion moment comes as a surprise movie development reshapes the series’ trajectory. A new film adaptation and a movie spin-off were announced, signaling that the franchise’s footprint is expanding beyond the television run. As Tung and her stylistic choices continue to draw attention, fashion watchers are watching for how the buzz will translate to future appearances and collaborations on screen and off.
As fans parse the announcements and the outfits, Tung’s Paris moment underscores a broader trend in culture and entertainment coverage: red-carpet style now frequently centers on attainable labels that mirror the price points of everyday shoppers, while still delivering the high-gloss appeal that defines celebrity fashion. The mix of couture silhouettes with accessible accessories provides a bridge between fantasy and practicality, a balance that continues to drive conversations about what stars wear, what fans can buy, and what’s next for The Summer I Turned Pretty in a media landscape that routinely blends TV, film, and fashion.
