Chrissy Teigen Pairs Sheer Nina Ricci Leopard Dress With Sky-High Platform Heels

When it comes to red-carpet risk-taking, few command the spotlight quite like Chrissy Teigen.

On April 10, 2024, at the iconic Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City, Teigen joined husband John Legend for the City Harvest “Magic of Motown” Gala, turning a philanthropic evening into a masterclass in high-octane glamour.

While the annual event serves a vital mission—raising funds to combat food insecurity across the five boroughs—it has also become a premier destination for Manhattan’s best-dressed elite.

Geoffrey Zakarian, Richard Gere, Sandra Ripert, Alejandra Gere, Eric Ripert, Alex Cohen, Chrissy Teigen, Jilly Stephens, and John Legend attend as City Harvest Presents The 2024 Gala: Magic Of Motown at Cipriani 42nd Street on April 10, 2024, in New York City (Credit: TheNews2 / Cover Images)

Moving beyond the traditional gala “gowns,” Teigen opted for a look that balanced Y2K nostalgia with modern high-fashion edge, proving that the most memorable charitable contributions often come with a side of bold sartorial expression.

Chrissy Teigen’s Sheer Nina Ricci Leopard Look: A Masterclass in Bold Texture

I like how Chrissy Teigen always manages to stir up conversation, whether it’s online or on the red carpet. In my opinion, her outfit for the charity ball this week was a perfect example.

While her fashion choices may not always be everyone’s cup of tea, others, including myself, appreciate her on-trend style and fearless approach to expressing herself through her outfits.

Chrissy Teigen pairs her sheer leopard-print Nina Ricci gown with black open-toe platform heels and chunky gold Saint Laurent bangles (Credit: Janet Mayer / INSTARimages)

For this event, the 38-year-old American model and TV personality embraced the sheer dressing trend, which isn’t necessarily to my taste. Still, I admire her ability to incorporate multiple fashion elements into one look.

She effortlessly combined sheer fabric, coquette bows, and a nostalgic print for that Y2K twist, showcasing her bold personality.

On the red carpet, Chrissy wore a daring $1,615 leopard-print silk maxi dress by French fashion designer Nina Ricci. The bold design left little to the imagination.

One notable decision she made was to go braless, daringly freeing her nipples to amp up the sexiness. While the outfit isn’t exactly my style, I admire her confidence in pulling it off.

Showcasing boldness and beauty, Chrissy Teigen steps out in a semi-sheer, leopard-printed Nina Ricci creation, accentuated with oversized black satin bows on the shoulders (Credit: TheNews2 / Cover Images)

What I particularly love about the Cravings founder’s daring semi-sheer ensemble is the throwback leopard print, adding a hint of retro charm.

I appreciate the meticulous attention to detail in Chrissy’s see-through gown, particularly the fashionable shoulder accents.

Embracing the sheer trend, Chrissy Teigen pairs intricate draped detailing and an open back with a daring choice to go braless at the City Harvest gala (Credit: TheNews2 / Cover Images)

The spaghetti straps and oversized, long black satin bows on each shoulder extended down her arms and to her waistline, adding a playful yet sophisticated touch. Crafted from silk, the gown featured draped detailing and an open back that gracefully cascaded down to the floor.

Although the hem of her attire concealed her footwear, its sheer fabric offered a glimpse of her matching black open-toe strappy platform heels, which complemented her outfit and elevated her stature.

The Accessories: Saint Laurent Gold and Tyler Ellis Elegance

Given the drama of her sheer leopard gown, one might have expected Chrissy to keep her jewelry minimal—perhaps a whisper-thin necklace—but she instead embraced bold, sculptural gold accents that amplified the look’s high-impact glamour.

However, the Chrissy & Dave Dine Out host surprised me with chunky statement gold bangles and matching gold-tone velvet sculptural clip earrings from Saint Laurent.

Highlighting her features with dark eyeshadow and peachy blush, Chrissy Teigen’s makeup perfectly balances her bold jewelry choices and dramatic gown (Credit: TheNews2 / Cover Images)

Chrissy Teigen completed her red carpet look with a sleek black Tyler Ellis bag and a chocolate brown manicure.

Her brunette locks were styled into a chic updo, with wisps delicately framing her face. For makeup, she highlighted her features with dark eyeshadow and a touch of peachy blush.

Coordinated Glamour: John Legend’s Floral Appliqué Suiting

Her husband, John Legend, accompanied Chrissy Teigen at the event. I appreciate the American singer’s attention to detail in coordinating his outfit with his wife’s, opting for an all-black ensemble.

John exuded elegance in a black button-up shirt, layered beneath a sharp, traditional black double-breasted suit.

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen dazzle as they support City Harvest in NYC, helping raise enough to provide 10 million meals (Credit: TheNews2 / Cover Images)

The sophistication of his attire was heightened by a flashy, dark-gold floral appliqué embroidered on the chest, echoing the animalistic vibe of Chrissy’s outfit.

Completing his look, he sported a neatly trimmed beard to refine his overall appearance.

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