While most guests leaned into holiday glam, Laverne Cox went in the opposite direction at the premiere of A Very Jonas Christmas Movie, starring the Jonas Brothers, at New York City Center.
Instead of embracing festive reds and sparkles, she showed up in head-to-toe black, and somehow, she still stole the spotlight.
Laverne Cox commands attention in an edgy, all-black Mugler corset and glossy Garo Sparo pantaboots at the premiere of A Very Jonas Christmas Movie at New York City Center on November 10, 2025 (Credit: Darla Khazei / INSTARimages)
Laverne loves a bold look that showcases her figure while still exuding power. She often wears corsets, cutouts, and fitted styles, yet always maintains a classy, elegant look. At the event, she wore a structured charcoal-black Mugler top that sculpted her frame perfectly, paired with glossy black Garo Sparo pantaleggings.
Let’s take a closer look at her outfit.
Power in Structure: Laverne Cox Revives an Archival Mugler Corset
Laverne Cox stole the show in a striking archival Mugler corset that perfectly captured her signature mix of power and glamour. She wore the structured “Les Amazones” corset, featuring a curved, peaked neckline and hem, hugging her torso like armor before gently flaring at the waist. It featured boning that sculpted her figure flawlessly, creating that signature bold, architectural Mugler hourglass silhouette while adding a futuristic edge.
The piece hails from the Mugler Re/Edit Archive Capsule collection, which reimagines 24 of Thierry Mugler’s most iconic designs from 1985 to 2000. The collection centers on the brand’s three codes: sculptural tailoring, lingerie as outerwear, and red-carpet drama, all of which were evident in Laverne’s look.
Laverne Cox embraces edgy glamour in a vintage Mugler corset top featuring an asymmetrical, peaked strapless neckline and a structured, slightly flared hem (Credit: mpi099 / MediaPunch / INSTARimages)
Outside the venue, she layered the corset with a cropped bolero that featured short sleeves and a velvet lapel. It paid homage to the original Les Amazones look from the Fall/Winter 1996 runway, featuring a patent-leather bolero. While she didn’t have the exact archival piece, her version, from the Mugler 20th Anniversary collection, offered the same sharp, structured energy.
From archival corsets to futuristic heels, Thierry Mugler’s influence continues to define celebrity fashion. Explore how stars across eras have embraced his sculptural silhouettes and daring shoe collaborations below.
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👠 Mugler Highlights on Your Next Shoes:
- 🎬 Naomi Watts Masters Paris Fashion Week Style in Mugler Fang Pumps & Courrèges Leather — a sleek monochrome look grounded by Mugler’s signature Fang-heel design.
- 🎥 Margot Robbie Shines in Armani & Mugler With Louboutin & Aquazzura Heels — a cinematic blend of couture drama and statement footwear at the Big Bold Beautiful Journey premiere.
- 🎤 Megan Thee Stallion Dazzles in Cut-Out Mugler Looks & Jimmy Choo × Mugler Sandals — celebrating the high-octane shoe collaboration that defined 2022’s red-carpet energy.
- 🧳 Kylie Jenner’s Early Mugler Moment With Balmain Boots at the After Earth Premiere — a throwback to her first brush with Mugler’s avant-garde femininity.
- 🏆 9 Must-See Shoes at the 2025 Fashion Trust U.S. Awards — featuring Paris Hilton’s bold Mugler ensemble paired with towering platform heels.
Sculpted Shine: Garo Sparo Pantaboots and Latex Precision
Balancing the corset’s sculpted lines, Laverne wore shiny black PVC pantaleggings by Garo Sparo. They clung to her legs like a second skin, highlighting her slim frame.
These shiny pantaboots seamlessly transitioned into pointed-toe pumps with razor-thin stiletto heels, adding height and attitude. I loved how the shiny texture mirrored the sleek finish of her corset, creating a cohesive yet edgy look.
These boots also matched her glossy black PVC opera gloves, adding an edgy, high-fashion drama to her ensemble.
Laverne Cox teams her charcoal black corset top with glossy PVC pantaboots by Garo Sparo and matching PVC opera gloves (Credit: mpi099 / MediaPunch / INSTARimages)
From thigh-hugging hybrids to integrated boot-legging statements, pantaboots and pantaleggings are redefining modern footwear silhouettes. Below are standout celebrity moments from Your Next Shoes that capture this bold, sculptural trend.
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👠 Featured Looks on Your Next Shoes:
- 👢 Naomi Watts Masters Paris Fashion Week Style in Mugler Fang Pumps & Courrèges Leather — while centered on sculptural pumps, her sleek monochrome layering echoes the aesthetic of pantaboot styling.
- 👗 Kim Kardashian Turns Heads in Balenciaga Pantaboots on Good Morning America — a defining “boot-pants” hybrid look that became a global fashion talking point.
- 👖 Kim Kardashian Launches SKKN with Futuristic Style & Balenciaga Pantaleggings — showcases her signature monochrome silhouette and the integrated heel detail that sparked a movement.
- 🌟 Joey King’s Paris Fashion Week 2024 Look with Balenciaga Cosmetic Pantaboots — a bold red-carpet example of the sleek, second-skin boot-legging silhouette.
- 💎 Heidi Klum Stuns in Crystal Pantaboots & Luxe Thigh-High Boots on GNTM Set — a dazzling rhinestone-covered interpretation of the pantaboot trend, merging couture drama with television glamour.
Glamour in Motion: Polished Accessories & Red-Carpet Confidence
Laverne’s blonde hair was swept back into a polished low bun, topped with a chic pillbox fascinator adorned with overlapping circular mesh accents by Antonela K. Millinery.
She added a touch of glitz to the look with just a pair of statement diamond earrings. Her makeup was equally commanding, featuring smoky eyeshadow and a rich, dark red lipstick.
Laverne Cox adds glamour to her all-black, edgy ensemble with a pair of statement diamond earrings, a chic low bun, red lipstick, and a black fascinator by Antonela K. Millinery (Credit: mpi099 / MediaPunch / INSTARimages)
From bold corsetry to sky-high heels, Laverne Cox continues to redefine modern red-carpet power dressing. Explore more of her memorable fashion and footwear moments featured on Your Next Shoes below.
✨ Explore More of Laverne Cox’s Iconic Shoe & Style Highlights
👠 Laverne Cox Highlights on Your Next Shoes:
- 🔍 Laverne Cox’s Style Evolution: ‘Nudist’ Sandals, Red Carpet Glam, and Inventing Anna — a broad look at her shoe choices paired with major fashion milestones.
- 🕶 Laverne Cox Channels Madonna in John Galliano & Michael Kors Strappy Pumps — a striking mix of vintage inspiration and modern glamour.
- 👠 Laverne Cox’s Stuart Weitzman Sandals Moment — a candid critique showing that even style icons have off nights when it comes to shoe fit.
- ✨ Laverne Cox Channels Beyoncé at the 2018 NAACP Image Awards — radiating old-Hollywood glam in sleek metallic heels.
- 🎬 Laverne Cox Stuns in Emerald Thai Nguyen Gown at the DGA Awards — pairing ethereal chiffon with classic black pumps for timeless elegance.