In Paris during Fashion Week in late September 2015, Gigi Hadid delivered a street-style moment that went far beyond clothes—one that paired relaxed, city-ready styling with a clear footwear statement and a rare moment of personal candor.
Fresh off her arrival in the French capital, Hadid stepped out in an effortlessly wearable look grounded by classic Adidas Superstar sneakers, choosing comfort and confidence over convention as she addressed growing scrutiny around body image and belonging in high fashion.
The result was a snapshot of modern model style: grounded, mobile, and unapologetically human—proof that sometimes sneakers, not stilettos, best tell the story.
Gigi Hadid keeps her look understated and polished, pairing a white cropped tank with a casually draped knit and sleek sunglasses for an off-duty Paris moment on September 27, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
After flying into Paris for fashion week, the model wrote an open letter to the critics who call her out for not having a “typical” skinny model body, and for speculating that she got where she is because of her family ties.
The model steps out in relaxed blue polka-dot trousers, balancing soft proportions with clean, minimalist styling
The American model wore a cropped top with loose Anna Sui pants, finishing the look with a Proenza Schouler bag and the Adidas Superstar sneakers—an iconic shell-toe design whose journey from 1970s basketball courts to hip-hop, skate culture, and global street style makes it one of the most influential sneakers in fashion history.
A close-up highlights the well-worn white Adidas Superstar sneakers, their signature shell toes grounding the outfit in classic streetwear heritage
Hadid’s message struck a candid, measured tone, reflecting on the persistence, discipline, and self-belief required to carve out space in an industry that often resists change.
With the statement behind her, she returned her focus to the rhythm of Paris—stepping out for low-key moments around the city with then-boyfriend Joe Jonas, her relaxed street style offering a quiet contrast to the intensity of the conversation she had just addressed.
Gigi Hadid and Joe Jonas walk side by side, blending coordinated neutrals and effortless cool during a low-key night out
“So many people are so quick to comment negative opinions this month. Yes, judgment on social comes from people who, 99% of the time, have no idea what they’re talking about,” she wrote on Instagram, “but I’m human, and I’m not going to lie, I did let the negativity get to me a little.”
“No, I don’t have the same body type as the other models in shows. No, I don’t think I’m the best at any given show. Yes, I want to have a unique walk but I also know I have to improve,” Gigi continued.
“I represent a body image that wasn’t accepted in high-fashion before, and I’m very lucky to be supported by the designers, stylists, and editor that I am: ones that know this is fashion, it’s art; it can never stay the same.”
Added Hadid: “If you don’t like it, don’t follow me, don’t watch me, cause I’m not going anywhere. If I didn’t have the body I do, I wouldn’t have the career I do. I love that I can be sexy. I’m proud of it.
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Classic white Adidas Superstar sneakers feature a smooth leather upper, signature shell toe, and timeless three-stripe detailing—an everyday icon built for effortless street style
Why the Adidas Superstar Remains Central to Gigi Hadid’s Street Style
From Paris Fashion Week sidewalks to everyday off-duty moments, the Adidas Superstar consistently anchors Gigi Hadid’s most relatable looks.
Its clean shell-toe design, cultural history, and all-day wearability make it a natural counterpoint to both high-fashion tailoring and relaxed separates—proving why this sneaker continues to define her approach to modern, city-ready style.
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