Pamela Edwards Christiani Joins Gabrielle Union at Essence Street Style Block Party

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Gabrielle Union attended the 2015 Essence Street Style Block Party on Sunday in New York City. She was joined by Pamela Edwards Christiani, the Beauty and Style Director of Essence Magazine.

Gabrielle Union attends the 2015 Essence Street Style Block Party in New York CityGabrielle Union attends the 2015 Essence Street Style Block Party in New York City on September 13, 2015

For the event, the 42-year-old American actress styled a floral embellished outfit from the Marchesa Fall 2015 collection with a pair of black suede and leather “Reine” sandals from Alexandre Birman.

She completed the look with a selection of jewelry from Yossi Harari and Xiao Wang.

Pamela Edwards Christiani and Gabrielle Union pose with Gabrielle's award on the red carpet of the Essence Street Style Block PartyPamela Edwards Christiani and Gabrielle Union pose with Gabrielle’s award on the red carpet of the Essence Street Style Block Party

How do you like Gabrielle’s buckled ankle-strap sandals?

Gabrielle Union's Alexandre Birman sandals peek out from beneath her Marchesa ensembleGabrielle Union’s Alexandre Birman sandals peek out from beneath her Marchesa ensemble

Our friends at Farfetch recommend that you pair them with tailored pants by day and a vibrant cocktail dress by night.

Alexandre Birman ‘Reine’ Sandals, $880

Alexandre Birman 'Reine' Sandals

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