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WFH FASHION

Dress to impress

- PROFILED BY Manilka Ediriweera

She landed her first modelling contract at the tender age of two and has since become one of the most dominant faces in the fashion industry. Not only is Gigi Hadid a supermodel, she’s also a new mum to a baby girl… having welcomed her first child with Zayn Malik.

Gigi’s beachy blonde waves, California Girl looks and the ‘less is more’ approach to makeup make her style seem effortless and trendy.

Over the years, she has dominated the world of fashion with countless runway appearance­s, campaigns, collection­s with top brands such as Tommy Hilfiger and magazine covers. Together with her siblings Bella and Anwar, and mother Yolanda, she has cemented the legacy of the Hadid family as fashion royalty.

Her off-duty model looks, and a cool and inimitable style, make Hadid a total paparazzi magnet as well as a bona fide fashion sensation. Here’s a closer look at Gigi’s signature cool and eclectic style, and favourite fashion items.

ATHLEISURE Gigi’s casual and effortless style, personalit­y and lifestyle make athleisure one of her signature styles – and no one wears it better than she does. She is often spotted wearing outfits with an athletic twist to them. The best way one can nail Gigi’s athleisure style is by mixing casual items with workout clothes.

To create a well-balanced look, pair up pieces such as leggings or jeans with a cropped athletic T-shirt, jacket and sneakers. Leggings, cropped T-shirts, sweatpants and sneakers are some of Gigi’s essential athleisure pieces. For those who prefer a chic, relaxed and comfortabl­e style, invest in this effortless­ly stylish apparel movement that’s here to stay.

STREET STYLE Praised for her off-duty street style looks, Hadid embodies the typical dreamy California­n lifestyle with a glimmer of Hollywood glamour. Blue jeans in assorted styles – especially mom, crop and straight leg jeans – are staple pieces of Gigi’s casual wardrobe.

She ties together her street style looks with laid-back button ups, breezy crop tops or sweatshirt­s, paired with jackets or funky coats, and combined with either flats or heels and a pair of statement shades.

In terms of accessorie­s, Gigi keeps it simple with a simple necklace or earrings, and a shoulder bag or clutch.

RED CARPET With access to the best glam squad, Hadid makes sure she owns it whenever she graces the rep carpet. She doesn’t shy away from bold fashion choices and showing off her svelte figure – Gigi often chooses split dresses that reveal her long legs and hourglass figure.

Her red carpet looks consist of sparkling jumpsuits, cutout dresses, high slit dresses, two-piece ensembles and one shoulder gowns. Hadid has wooed audiences with her ethereal grace and jaw-dropping styles, and proved time and again that she can look good in anything.

PLATFORM SHOES This statement retro style has made its way back into the fashion scene and it has Gigi’s approval. From heeled sandals to thick soled creepers and loafers, she has proven her love for platform footwear.

No matter whether your style is sporty, minimalist or feminine, there’s a platform shoe that will work for you. For instance, those who prefer comfortabl­e outfits can pair up a chunky loafer or platform sneakers with jeans or dresses.

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