How Camila Cabello Styled Alexander McQueen and Stuart Weitzman for the TIME 100 Next Gala

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At the TIME 100 Next gala at Pier 17 in New York City on November 14, 2019, Camila Cabello leaned into one of the decade’s most recognizable night-out formulas: a blazer dress paired with dramatic over-the-knee boots.

The six debut covers of TIME’s inaugural TIME 100 Next issue spotlight rising figures across entertainment, business, politics, and sports, including Camila Cabello, Awkwafina, Zion Williamson, Chanel Miller, Carlos Alvarado Quesada, and Emily WeissThe six debut covers of TIME’s inaugural TIME 100 Next issue spotlight rising figures across entertainment, business, politics, and sports, including Camila Cabello, Awkwafina, Zion Williamson, Chanel Miller, Carlos Alvarado Quesada, and Emily Weiss

The singer wore a black Alexander McQueen blazer from the brand’s Fall 2019 collection, styled with fishnet tights and black suede Stuart Weitzman boots that extended well above the knee.

The contrast between the sharply tailored jacket and the soft suede boots gave the outfit a balanced, editorial feel that still reads modern years later.

Camila Cabello pairs a dramatic Alexander McQueen blazer dress with fishnet tights and Stuart Weitzman thigh-high boots at the TIME 100 Next gala at Pier 17 in New York City on November 14, 2019Camila Cabello pairs a dramatic Alexander McQueen blazer dress with fishnet tights and Stuart Weitzman thigh-high boots at the TIME 100 Next gala at Pier 17 in New York City on November 14, 2019 (Credit: WENN / Instar)

Rather than competing with the oversized satin rose sleeves, Cabello kept the rest of the styling narrow and monochromatic. A velvet waist belt defined the silhouette, while the streamlined boots helped elongate the look without overpowering it.

Stuart Weitzman’s ‘Lesley’ boots were a natural fit for the outfit. The over-the-knee style featured a manageable 3-inch block heel and the brand’s signature tie-back detail, showing why stretch suede boots remained a red-carpet staple throughout the late 2010s.

Camila Cabello transforms a black Alexander McQueen Fall 2019 blazer into a mini dressCamila Cabello transforms a black Alexander McQueen Fall 2019 blazer into a mini dress

Celebrity hairstylist Sarah Potempa styled Camila’s hair in a fishtail braid with center-parted fringe.

For her beauty look, makeup artist Carolina Gonzalez applied cat eye makeup with dark eyeshadow, pink lip gloss, and a hint of blush.

Camila Cabello wears cat eye-makeup with fishtail braidCamila Cabello pairs soft cat-eye makeup and glossy nude lips with a loose fishtail braid and wispy fringe at the TIME 100 Next gala in New York City

The former Fifth Harmony member accessorized with a black choker and stud earrings. A pair of black suede thigh-high boots by Stuart Weitzman rounded out her look.

A closer look at Camila Cabello’s black suede Stuart Weitzman ‘Lesley’ boots, styled with fishnet tights and chunky block heels at the TIME 100 Next gala in New York CityA closer look at Camila Cabello’s black suede Stuart Weitzman ‘Lesley’ boots, styled with fishnet tights and chunky block heels at the TIME 100 Next gala in New York City

Kendall Jenner wore these boots as the face of Stuart Weitzman’s Autumn 2019 campaign entitled “SW Boot Camp.”

A pair of taupe suede Stuart Weitzman over-the-knee boots adds soft texture and understated height to a flowing black skirt and oversized knit layersA pair of taupe suede Stuart Weitzman over-the-knee boots adds soft texture and understated height to a flowing black skirt and oversized knit layers

Kendall Jenner models Stuart Weitzman’s suede over-the-knee boots in the brand’s Autumn 2019 “SW Boot Camp” campaign shot by Inez and VinoodhKendall Jenner models Stuart Weitzman’s suede over-the-knee boots in the brand’s Autumn 2019 “SW Boot Camp” campaign shot by Inez and Vinoodh

The Stuart Weitzman ‘Lesley’ over-the-knee boots feature a pointed toe, chunky block heel, and snake-print suede finish with the brand’s signature tie-back detail at the thighThe Stuart Weitzman ‘Lesley’ over-the-knee boots feature a pointed toe, chunky block heel, and snake-print suede finish with the brand’s signature tie-back detail at the thigh

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Camila Cabello’s TIME 100 Next outfit shows why Stuart Weitzman’s over-the-knee boots became such a reliable celebrity styling move: they add height, structure, and a sleek finish without pulling attention away from the full look.

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