Before flying to the Maldives for a photo shoot, Alessandra Ambrosio spent time with her son Noah during a casual sushi outing in Los Angeles on September 7, 2016.
The model kept her look relaxed and easy to wear, pairing distressed Re/Done denim with cork-soled Gianvito Rossi sandals that added understated height without overpowering the laid-back outfit.
Alessandra Ambrosio wears Michael Kors “Abela II” sunglasses for lunch at a sushi restaurant in Los Angeles on September 7, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
The off-duty look balanced polished accessories with casual staples, making the sandals the standout piece of the outfit rather than just a finishing touch.
Alessandra Ambrosio donning a stylish ensemble featuring a striped crop top paired with distressed high waist “The Leandra” jeans by Re/Done
She styled a striped crop top with distressed high-waisted Re/Done “The Leandra” jeans, leaning into the easy California aesthetic that defined much of her off-duty street style during the late 2010s.
Alessandra Ambrosio kept her daytime look relaxed in black suede Gianvito Rossi sandals featuring cork block heels and minimalist ankle straps
Ambrosio completed the outfit with Michael Kors “Abela II” sunglasses, a black Chloé “Small Hudson” bag, and a pair of Gianvito Rossi cork-and-suede sandals.
The chunky cork heel and soft suede straps gave the sandals a softer, more relaxed feel than Gianvito Rossi’s sharper stiletto designs. Styles like these became especially popular during the late 2010s because they added height without overpowering casual daytime looks, pairing easily with distressed denim, breezy dresses, and other relaxed warm-weather staples.
Alessandra Ambrosio kept her attention focused on her son, Noah, during their sushi date
Cork-soled sandals like Ambrosio’s Gianvito Rossi pair reflected the broader shift toward relaxed luxury footwear during the late 2010s.
The natural cork texture softened the look of the shoes compared to glossy platforms or sharp patent heels, helping chunky sandals become a lasting off-duty staple in celebrity street style.
More Cork Heels, Relaxed Platforms & Off-Duty Sandal Style Moments
From cork-soled platforms to minimalist suede sandals, Alessandra Ambrosio’s daytime look reflects a broader shift toward relaxed luxury footwear that balances comfort with height.
Similar styles have appeared everywhere from music festivals and runway premieres to celebrity street style, proving that chunky sandals and easy neutral tones remain a lasting warm-weather staple.
👡 Explore More Cork Heels, Platform Sandals & Relaxed Luxury Shoe Moments:
- 🌴 Alessandra Ambrosio’s bohemian Coachella look paired flowing festival layers with chunky Schutz cork-platform sandals that carried the same relaxed, elevated feel as her Gianvito Rossi heels.
- ✨ Stella Maxwell’s retro-inspired platform sandal moment explored how chunky heels and dramatic proportions continue to shape modern runway and red-carpet styling.
- 👠 Spring-ready platform heels on Ginnifer Goodwin and Emilie de Ravin showcased neutral ankle-strap sandals and glossy statement platforms styled with bright, feminine dresses.
- 🌆 The Emily in Paris Season 3 premiere footwear lineup featured sculptural platform sandals and sharp evening heels that anchored some of the event’s strongest fashion moments.
- 💫 Celebrity style in Tamara Mellon sandals highlighted the enduring appeal of minimalist strappy heels, clear PVC details, and sleek barely-there silhouettes.