In July 2021, in Los Angeles, Chrissy Teigen was photographed during a low-key school pickup—one of her earliest public appearances following the backlash tied to her past cyberbullying controversy.
At the time, Teigen was openly navigating how to re-enter public life on her own terms. In a brief exchange with TMZ, the cookbook author and media personality reflected on the experience with unusual candor, explaining that she had chosen to step back from online discourse and focus inward instead. “All I can do is live my life and take care of my kids and family,” she said—framing the moment less as a comeback and more as a reset.
What made the sighting resonate wasn’t a statement interview or red-carpet return, but its ordinariness: a practical outfit, a school-day routine, and a visible shift toward privacy and balance. It was a reminder that public figures often re-emerge not with declarations, but through everyday moments that quietly signal change.
Chrissy Teigen steps out for a school pickup in Los Angeles on July 20, 2021, wearing a relaxed equestrian-inspired look with a crisp white shirt, tan riding pants, and knee-high black boots (Credit: Mega / WENN)
Looking unbothered, John Legend’s wife added, “All I can do is live my life and take care of my kids and family. Everyone else can make their choice.”
Chrissy Teigen Channels Polished Equestrian Style in Riding Pants and Boots
For the school run, Chrissy appeared all set for a horseback ride as she brought her equestrian style out on her way to pick up her daughter, Luna, from school.
The mom-of-two wore a Frank & Eileen white button-down shirt with a collared neck, long sleeves, and a patch breast pocket. Chrissy left several buttons undone to reveal a hint of her black sports bra and cleavage.
She then tucked her crinkled poplin shirt into a pair of $45 Tuffrider stretchy ribbed pants, which highlighted her incredible figure.
Chrissy Teigen opts for an equestrian-inspired outfit with a Frank & Eileen white shirt, Tuffrider pants, and an Isabel Marant belt (Credit: Mega / WENN)
Chrissy Teigen Finishes Her School-Run Outfit With Parlanti Dallas Pro Riding Boots
Giving her casual look a more equestrian vibe, Chrissy wore a black Isabel Marant woven belt and completed her outfit with Parlanti Dallas Pro riding boots.
Made from superior-quality calfskin leather, this knee-high boot features shock-absorbing technology in the heel to ensure a more controlled ride.
Chrissy Teigen finishes her equestrian-inspired school-run look with sleek Parlanti Dallas Pro riding boots crafted in smooth black calfskin (Credit: Mega / WENN)
It’s lined with buffalo leather for comfort and durability, features a compact square toe, and has a sole made from a blend of rubber and latex for flexibility.
Crafted from premium calfskin leather, the Parlanti Dallas Pro riding boots combine classic equestrian elegance with modern performance details, including a supportive tall shaft, secure lacing, and a shock-absorbing sole designed for comfort both in and out of the saddle
Keeping the sporty-chic look going, Chrissy styled her dark tresses into thick French-braid pigtails. She then wore a pair of square-framed sunglasses, a black face mask, and multiple stud earrings.
Chrissy Teigen wears a face mask and styles her hair in a French braid (Credit: Mega / WENN)
Just one day later, the former Sports Illustrated swimsuit model traded polished equestrian staples for a relaxed athleisure look, stepping out in classic Adidas Superstar sneakers while running errands in Los Angeles.
Chrissy Teigen’s Sporty Errand Look With Adidas Superstar Sneakers
Chrissy Teigen runs errands in Los Angeles on July 22, 2021, grounding her sporty off-duty look with classic white Adidas Superstar sneakers (Credit: Mega / WENN)
She went the sporty-casual route, pairing a black sports bra with Year of Ours ribbed Football leggings, available for $114 at Zappos.
Looking effortlessly cool, she then topped her bra with a 3.1 Phillip Lim zipper denim jacket and tied a $595 R13 multi-plaid flannel shirt around her waist.
Chrissy Teigen layers a 3.1 Phillip Lim denim jacket and a plaid R13 shirt over her sports bra and leggings (Credit: Mega / WENN)
The Lip Sync Battle host failed in her attempt to go incognito with a gray face mask and a Rag & Bone “Marilyn” baseball cap.
Chrissy Teigen attempts to go incognito with a Rag & Bone baseball cap and a gray face mask (Credit: Mega / WENN)
Her Balenciaga Bazar shearling bag and Adidas “Superstar” sneakers rounded out her chic, casual outfit.
Chrissy Teigen pairs her effortlessly cool outfit with the classic Adidas Superstar sneakers (Credit: Mega / WENN)
Introduced in 1969, the Superstar is characterized by the serrated three-stripes design and textured clamshell toe.
The Superstar is one of Adidas’ most iconic silhouettes, featuring serrated 3-stripes and a clamshell toe
Chrissy Teigen’s Shoe Style, Then and Now
While this equestrian-inspired outing captured Chrissy Teigen in a pared-back, everyday mode, it’s just one chapter in a much broader fashion narrative.
Over the years, she has consistently used footwear to define her looks—whether grounding street style with statement boots, elevating red-carpet gowns with sleek heels, or experimenting with bolder silhouettes that reflect shifting trends and personal milestones.
Below, explore more standout shoe and fashion moments that showcase how Teigen’s style continues to evolve.
👠 Chrissy Teigen Shoe & Fashion Highlights:
- 📍 Chrissy Teigen Nails Summer-to-Fall Style in Dries Van Noten With Yellow Tom Ford Pumps — a recent street style moment showcasing bold seasonal shoes and polished layering.
- ✨ Chrissy Teigen’s Sultry Latex and Rubber Alaïa Outfit — highlights her edgy look paired with fishnet and patent leather pumps.
- 💫 Chrissy Teigen Nearly Spills Out of Her Silver Cutout Oscar de la Renta Dress — includes how she paired the look with Jimmy Choo heels.
- 👡 Chrissy Teigen Stuns in Saint Laurent Heels Despite Wardrobe Malfunction — showcases her Saint Laurent “Clara” sandals at the Baby2Baby Gala.
- 👢 Chrissy Teigen’s Best August 2017 Looks in Balenciaga Boots and Clear Heels — a classic street-style edit featuring standout boots and sandals.
- 🖤 Chrissy Teigen Shows Off Baby Bump in Crop Top, Alexander Wang & Cognac Thigh-High Boots — a maternity style moment anchored by striking Saint Laurent boots.