Gabrielle Union’s Go-To Sarah Flint Sandals: The Secret to Her Memoir Tour Style

In late 2021, Gabrielle Union stepped out in Los Angeles to share a story far more complex than a standard press tour.

Promoting her memoir, You Got Anything Stronger?—available on Amazon—Union chose to dismantle the “perfect couple” narrative often projected onto her marriage with Dwyane Wade.

Through her writing and her public appearances, she shifted the conversation from red-carpet aesthetics to the lived realities of infertility, surrogacy, and the delicate work of repairing a relationship.

While her wardrobe during this period was characteristically sharp, it served as a backdrop to a vulnerable dialogue about personal truth.

Gabrielle Union stuns in an Alexandre Vauthier Fall 2021 Haute Couture sheer tulle gown, grounding the ethereal look with black suede Sarah Flint “Perfect” sandals, while Dwyane Wade complements her in a sharp black tuxedo layered over a mesh top at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Opening Gala on September 25, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Union’s transparency regarding Wade’s 2013 child with another woman and her own journey toward forgiveness transformed these appearances from simple media stops into a broader commentary on resilience.

Below, we look back at the specific fashion choices—and the footwear that anchored them—during this pivotal season of her career.

Gabrielle Union Promotes Her Memoir on Jimmy Kimmel Live

On September 28, 2021, Gabrielle made a guest appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, where she promoted her new book and talked about being a ‘connoisseur’ of strip clubs.

Gabrielle Union arrives at the Jimmy Kimmel Live studios on September 28, 2021, looking sharp in a houndstooth blazer, fringe mini dress, and sleek black ankle-strap stiletto sandals (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Gabrielle Union Dazzles in Dundas Blazer and Fringe Mini Dress on Jimmy Kimmel Live

Parading her toned legs, the She’s All That actress arrived on the set in a large gray houndstooth-patterned blazer with a large emblem on the chest pocket from the Dundas Resort 2022 collection.

Underneath the stylish jacket, Gabrielle wore a Dundas Fall 2021 fringe mini dress. The flapper-style number features crystal fringes in a zebra-striped pattern, a cleavage-baring low-cut neckline, and a hem that falls several inches above her knees.

Gabrielle Union showcases her legs in a Dundas flapper-style fringe mini dress and a large blazer (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Radiant Glam: Bronzed Makeup and Sleek Ponytail Complete Gabrielle Union’s Look

Looking beautifully radiant, Saweetie’s cousin wore bronzed makeup with subtle smoky eyeshadow, fake lashes, and nude lipstick, courtesy of makeup artist Tasha Reiko Brown.

Hairstylist Larry Sims then pulled her tresses away from her face into a sleek high ponytail.

Gabrielle Union looks radiant with bronzed makeup and a high ponytail (Credit: Guillermo Proano / WENN)

Gabrielle Union Elevates Her Look With Sarah Flint Heels and Diamond Studs

Styled by Thomas Christos, Gabrielle wore a pair of diamond stud earrings and black suede heels from Sarah Flint.

Gabrielle Union completes her chic and sexy outfit with Sarah Flint’s Perfect heels (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Handcrafted in Italy, the “Perfect” sandals feature round, open toes with an expanded toe box, anatomical arch support, and steel-rod stiletto heels—details that help explain why the style has become a quiet celebrity favorite.

On Jimmy Kimmel Live, Keke Palmer wore a sparkling silver version of Sarah Flint’s “Perfect” sandals, showing how the clean, barely-there silhouette can still hold its own against full-glam eveningwear.

The line’s appeal also extends beyond sandals. Gal Gadot stepped out in Sarah Flint’s “Perfect” dress booties, reinforcing the brand’s broader design language of comfort-minded construction, sharp proportions, and polished minimalism across multiple silhouettes.

The Perfect sandal from Sarah Flint offers style and comfort with its anatomical arch support and expanded toe box

Why Gabrielle Union’s Family Was Skeptical of Dwyane Wade

Gabrielle Union kept the conversation light on Jimmy Kimmel Live, briefly reflecting on the early skepticism surrounding her relationship with Dwyane Wade.

She noted that her family was initially cautious when the couple began dating in 2008, shaped in part by her past experiences and a desire to protect her.

Dwyane Wade fathered a child with reality star Aja Metoyer in 2013 amid his split from his now-wife, Gabrielle Union (Credit: Guillermo Proano / WENN)

Rather than dwelling on personal controversy, the appearance framed a broader narrative of growth and perspective—mirroring a period in which Union’s public style also leaned into confident, sharply tailored silhouettes anchored by sleek, modern heels.

Gabrielle Union Turns Heads in Bold Yellow Coat Dress After Kimmel Appearance

Gabrielle Union brightens the streets in a sunshine-yellow wrap coat dress, pairing the bold look with strappy nude sandals and a sleek ponytail outside the Jimmy Kimmel Live studio on September 28, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Following her interview, the 10 Things I Hate About You actress traded her flirty frock for a sunshine-yellow wraparound coat dress with a wide belt detail.

Carrying a black clutch, Gabrielle wore the same hair and makeup, styling her look with the same stud earrings.

Gabrielle Union wears subtle smoky eye makeup with nude lipstick and a high ponytail (Credit: Guillermo Proano / WENN)

Gabrielle Union Steps Out in Bronze Strappy Sandals With 4-Inch Heels

For her feet, she swapped her black heels for bronze sandals that feature criss-cross ankle straps, open toes, and about 4-inch heels.

Gabrielle Union highlights her fresh white pedicure in strappy bronze stiletto sandals (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Gabrielle Union Stuns in Emerald Elie Saab Dress at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic

The mom-of-one arrived solo at the Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic in Los Angeles, wearing another bold look.

Gabrielle Union turns heads at the 2021 Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic in Los Angeles, glowing in an emerald green Elie Saab shirtdress with daring thigh-high slits, styled with a white Valentino handbag and minimalist black Emme Parsons sandals on October 2, 2021 (Credit: Avalon / WENN)

She was hard to ignore in a breezy emerald green maxi shirtdress from Elie Saab’s Spring/Summer 2021 collection, featuring four utility-style front pockets, oversized quarter sleeves, and a sharp collar.

It also has an unbuttoned neck and a risky thigh-high slit on either side that gives onlookers a glimpse of her cleavage and toned legs.

Radiating confidence, Gabrielle Union beams in a vibrant green Elie Saab maxi shirtdress, accessorized with gold jewelry and a sleek bubble ponytail at the 2021 Veuve Clicquot Polo Classic in Los Angeles (Credit: Avalon / WENN)

Her stylist, Thomas Christos, styled her look with a Laura Lombardi necklace and a white Valentino handbag with a chunky gold chain shoulder strap.

Makeup artist Fiona Stiles highlighted the actress’s features with neutral makeup while hairstylist Larry Sims pulled her tresses into a slicked-back bubble ponytail.

Gabrielle Union pulls her tresses back into a bubble ponytail and highlights her features with neutral makeup (Credit: Avalon / WENN)

To complete her afternoon look, Gabrielle slipped her pedicured feet into a pair of sandals from footwear designer Emme Parsons.

Gabrielle Union completes her afternoon look with a white Valentino bag and a pair of Emme Parsons flat sandals (Credit: Avalon / WENN)

These minimalist flat sandals feature thin black leather cord straps that wrap around the foot, complete with a toe loop and a 0.5-inch heel.

Emme Parsons’ String sandal features nappa leather cords that curve asymmetrically around the instep

Gabrielle Union Opens Up About Dwyane Wade’s Cheating Scandal

Gabrielle Union and Dwyane Wade married in 2014 after several years together, navigating a complex period in their relationship before ultimately moving forward.

In her memoir, Union reflects on the emotional challenges they faced and her journey toward acceptance and healing.

Dwyane Wade keeps it casual in white sneakers while Gabrielle Union complements him in chic slip-on flats as they stroll through Portofino, Italy, on July 11, 2021 (Credit: Mega / WENN)

She also opened up about her path to motherhood, including her decision to pursue surrogacy. The couple welcomed their daughter, Kaavia James Union Wade, in 2018, marking a new chapter centered on family and growth.

Dwyane Wade has two children with his high school sweetheart, Siohvaughn Funches, with whom he was married from 2002 to 2007 (Credit: Judy Eddy / WENN)

Rather than dwelling on past difficulties, Union’s story highlights resilience and perspective—an evolution that parallels her poised, self-assured public style during this period, often anchored by sleek, minimalist footwear that complements her refined aesthetic.

From memoir revelations to standout red-carpet moments, Gabrielle Union continues to inspire with both her resilience and her impeccable sense of style. To explore more of her fashion and footwear highlights, check out these curated features on Your Next Shoes.

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