Fringe & Fierce: Cara Santana Wows in Armani Dress and Stuart Weitzman Thigh-High Boots

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Back in November 2016, Cara Santana turned heads at the W Las Vegas preview party held at the W Hotel in Los Angeles.

Fresh off her engagement to actor Jesse Metcalfe—who proposed in August 2016 with a dazzling 5.5-carat diamond ring—the actress brought serious retro glamour to the red carpet in a ’60s-inspired fringe dress styled with her go-to Stuart Weitzman Highland boots.

A true repeat favorite in her wardrobe, Cara had also been spotted rocking the same thigh-highs on off-duty coffee runs and polished street-style outings, proving why the Highland quickly became her signature statement shoe.

At the W Las Vegas preview, Cara Santana wowed in a '60s-inspired black fringe dress and gray suede thigh-high boots, while Jesse Metcalfe opted for a casual gray sweater and black pantsAt the W Las Vegas preview, Cara Santana wowed in a ’60s-inspired black fringe dress and gray suede thigh-high boots, while Jesse Metcalfe opted for a casual gray sweater and black pants

The 32-year-old actress drew attention in a ’60s-style fringe dress and a pair of gray suede boots, while Jesse looked rather casual in a gray sweater and black pants.

Cara Santana shines in a black fringe dress paired with gray Stuart Weitzman thigh-high boots at the W Las Vegas Private PreviewCara Santana shines in a black fringe dress paired with gray Stuart Weitzman thigh-high boots at the W Las Vegas Private Preview in Los Angeles on November 2, 2016 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)

Cara ensured all eyes were on her as she twirled in a black fringe Armani dress, the playful movement highlighting her sleek Stuart Weitzman thigh-high boots.

Standing 5ft 4 (162.6 cm) with a petite frame, the actress wears a US shoe size 8—making over-the-knee styles like these an elongating, statement-making choice.

Cara Santana playfully twirls in her black fringe dress, creating a mesmerizing movement, perfectly paired with gray Stuart Weitzman thigh-high bootsCara Santana playfully twirls in her black fringe dress, creating a mesmerizing movement, perfectly paired with gray Stuart Weitzman thigh-high boots

She kept the rest of her look simple, skipping the jewelry—except for her engagement ring. Her messy bun and soft makeup rounded out her look.

Cara Santana's look is polished yet effortless, with a chic messy bun and soft, natural makeup completing her ensembleCara Santana’s look is polished yet effortless, with a chic messy bun and soft, natural makeup completing her ensemble

Cara completed her look with her favorite Stuart Weitzman “Highland” boots. These over-the-knee pull-on suede boots feature paneled stitching at the vamps and about four-inch block heels. Paris Hilton and Hailee Steinfeld are also fans of these iconic boots!

Cara Santana grounds her look with a pair of stunning gray Stuart Weitzman thigh-high suede boots, providing a perfect balance to the playful movement of her dressCara Santana grounds her look with a pair of stunning gray Stuart Weitzman thigh-high suede boots, providing a perfect balance to the playful movement of her dress

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From red-carpet glam to off-duty coffee runs, Cara Santana has proven she knows how to make a statement with her footwear choices. For more of her standout shoe and fashion moments, explore our curated features below:

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