From casual chic to androgynous tailoring to full-on femme glamour, Heidi Klum has never been one to box herself into a single style lane. Back in 2017 — at 44 — the supermodel proved age has nothing to do with pulling off a look often reserved for Hollywood’s fresh-faced twenty-somethings.
Stepping onto America’s Got Talent season 12 live finals red carpet, Klum radiated the kind of confidence and polish that comes only with years of fashion experience — and still managed to look like she’d barely aged a day.
Heidi Klum’s signature high ponytail and playful makeup were a standout feature of her look at the “America’s Got Talent” season 12 quarter-final live show in Los Angeles on August 22, 2017 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
The model chose a satin cowl-neck dress from Vatanika’s Resort 2018 collection, designed by Thai fashion talent Vatanika Patamasingh. It is inspired by the elegance and fluidity of dance — and rooted in the designer’s childhood memories of her grandparents’ joyful moments on the dance floor.
Blending modern and classic elements, Vatanika’s pieces are crafted to empower women, celebrating confidence and inner beauty through wearable, feminine designs. While the dress shimmered with effortless grace in the lookbook, its drape and fit on Heidi didn’t quite capture the same magic.
Not that Heidi looked bad in it — she is a supermodel after all — but because the bodice fitted slightly strangely, gaping around the model’s top half and making Heidi’s gorgeous proportions look awkward.
Despite Heidi Klum’s supermodel status, the Vatanika dress she wore on the red carpet draped awkwardly, fitting strangely around the bodice
Heidi finished the look with the “Mary” sandals by Alexandre Birman, the Brazilian footwear designer who serves as chief executive of Arezzo & Co., one of Brazil’s largest shoe empires.
Born on October 1, 1976, Birman launched his namesake luxury label in 2008, earning a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship and the use of premium materials — from exotic skins like snakeskin, crocodile, lizard, and ostrich to supple leathers, rich suedes, and handpicked crystals.
A closer look at Heidi Klum’s Alexandre Birman “Mary” sandals, where the floppy bow details competed with the fluid draping of her dress
His vibrant, detail-driven designs — spanning sandals, heels, flats, and boots — have won over celebrity fans such as Reese Witherspoon, Naomi Campbell, and Eva Longoria.
👠 Explore Alexandre Birman Footwear in Action:
- 📄 Why Celebs Love Alexandre Birman’s ‘Clarita’ Sandals – Reese Witherspoon & Diane Kruger: A stylish breakdown of how the Clarita ankle-tie sandals elevate both Reese’s floral look and Diane’s monochrome chic.
- 📄 Naomi Campbell’s Stunning Fashion Rocks 2014 Look: See how Naomi rocked Alexandre Birman strappy sandals to complement her Swarovski-embellished Versace gown.
- 📄 Saoirse Ronan’s BAFTA Tea Look – Did Her Alexandre Birman ‘Lolita’ Bow Sandals Take the Lead?: A playful look at how the two-toned ‘Lolita’ bow sandals added a bold touch to her peach Lela Rose dress.
- 📄 Eva Longoria Turns 50 and Still Slays in Killer Heels: Showcases Eva’s shimmering Alexandre Birman sandals with crystal detail during her recent press tour.
While Birman’s creations are celebrated for elevating any ensemble, the floppy bow detail of Heidi’s “Mary” sandals competed with the fluid draping of her Vatanika dress. A more structured sandal could have balanced the look, giving the satin gown a sharper, more refined finish.
Heidi Klum’s simple pedicure and the bow-tie detail of her Alexandre Birman sandals add a touch of sweetness to her red carpet look
Despite the carelessly tossed-together outfit, Heidi’s high pony was cute. We understand where her outfit was trying to go, but the execution didn’t quite pan out.
Heidi Klum’s sleek high ponytail was a polished and chic detail that stood out in her satin dress look
Backstage, Heidi chatted about the live show glitches, exclaiming, “What didn’t go wrong?”
Heidi praised AGT host Tyra Banks for keeping it together despite the major glitches. The model also discussed the altercation that occurred between Mel B. and Simon Cowell.
More of Heidi Klum’s Standout Shoe Moments
From playful runway promotions to high-octane red carpet drama, Heidi’s footwear choices have been just as versatile as her style. Explore more of her unforgettable shoe moments below — each one a masterclass in pairing personality with polish.
👠 Explore Heidi Klum’s Best Shoe Moments:
- 📏 See Heidi Klum stun in neutral Patou and Alice + Olivia dresses with Casadei heels at the AGT Season 19 Quarterfinals, pairing clean textures with statement footwear.
- 🌟 Watch her kick off AGT Season 19 in a gold Christian Siriano corset gown and matching heels for metallic red carpet drama.
- 👢 Discover her edgy leather mini skirt and thigh-high boots look during AGT Season 19 auditions.
- 🎤 Relive her 2025 AMAs appearance in a black Stephane Rolland dress and towering thigh-high boots, joined by her son Henry.
- 💙 See her playful Project Runway promotion look with midnight blue pumps and a bold polka dot denim dress.