Chrissy Teigen’s travel wardrobe has long been a blueprint for elevated airport style, and her July 2016 departure from Los Angeles International Airport remains one of her most referenced looks.
Heading to Europe with husband John Legend and daughter Luna, the model demonstrated how to balance high-fashion silhouettes with the realities of long-haul travel.
Chrissy Teigen keeps her hair down as she departed from Los Angeles International Airport on July 8, 2016 (Credit: WENN)
The centerpiece of her ensemble was a masterclass in textures: a sleek black midi dress layered under a rich burgundy silk polka-dot robe.
Chrissy Teigen and John Legend wheel their new daughter, Luna Simone Stephens, around LAX for a family vacation
While the Hermès “Birkin” added a touch of structure, it was her choice of footwear—the Gianvito Rossi “Portofino” sandals—that anchored the outfit in timeless territory.
Chrissy Teigen exudes effortless style at LAX in a burgundy polka-dot robe over a black midi dress, paired with classic Gianvito Rossi ‘Portofino’ sandals and her signature Hermès ‘Birkin’ bag
More Celebrity Moments Featuring Gianvito Rossi’s Iconic “Portofino” Sandals
The minimalist ankle-strap silhouette has become a modern red-carpet essential, thanks to its leg-lengthening lines, versatile heel heights, and timeless Italian craftsmanship.
From daytime television appearances to major award ceremonies, celebrities consistently return to the Gianvito Rossi “Portofino” for its ability to balance elegance with understated power. Explore more standout styling moments below.
👠 Explore Gianvito Rossi “Portofino” Features on Your Next Shoes:
- ✨ How to Style the Gianvito Rossi Portofino: 5 Celebrity Secrets for Effortless Elegance – A deep dive into how stars like Camila Cabello, Margot Robbie, and Julianne Moore wear the iconic minimalist sandals.
- 👠 Selena Gomez’s Silver Gianvito Rossi Portofino Sandals: A Red Carpet Masterclass – Selena’s Critics’ Choice Awards footwear moment and broader styling context.
- 🌟 Chrissy Teigen Sharpens a Maternity-Era Look With Gianvito Rossi Portofino Heels on GMA – Chrissy Teigen pairs denim-blue Portofino sandals with daytime polish.
- 🔥 Cobie Smulders Radiates Confidence in Velvet Gianvito Rossi Sandals – A red velvet Portofino moment at the Friends From College premiere.
- 🎤 Demi Lovato Stands With Youth Refugees in Gianvito Rossi “Portofino” Sandals – A styled street-meets-activism moment in classic silver heels.
- 💃 Demi Lovato Ravishing at Summer Spectacular in Gianvito Rossi “Portofino” Sandals – Red velvet glamour from a charity gala event.
- 💜 Karrueche Tran’s BET Awards Look Featuring Gianvito Rossi “Portofino” Sandals – Glittering pink Portofinos styled for the red carpet.
Chrissy Teigen’s feet in sleek black leather Gianvito Rossi “Portofino” sandals, the minimalist ankle-strap silhouette adding polished sophistication to her travel-ready look
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