The stars of Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County reunited at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica on Thursday to promote their upcoming Roku Channel special, The Reunion Laguna Beach, marking the 20th anniversary of the iconic MTV reality TV series.
Once high schoolers navigating all the drama of their teenage years, Lauren Conrad and Kristin Cavallari have clearly moved past their Laguna Beach rivalry. Now all grown up, they showed up looking closer than ever, leading the style moment at the event.
Both opted for fresh white looks paired with strappy heels, giving a subtle nod to their California roots while keeping things polished and modern.
Lauren Conrad and Kristin Cavallari wear matching white dresses and strappy heels at the Los Angeles premiere of The Reunion: Laguna Beach at Shutters on the Beach in Santa Monica on March 26, 2026 (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
Lauren Conrad Keeps It Polished in Alevi Milano Heels and a Textured White Monique Lhuillier Dress
Lauren Conrad stepped out looking effortlessly polished, and I’m honestly obsessed with how clean and put-together this whole look turned out.
Conrad slipped her pedicured feet into the Alevi Milano “Bar” sandals, crafted in Italy from glossy beige patent leather. The open-toe design and slim ankle strap with a rectangular buckle kept things minimal, while the 4-inch stiletto heels added that extra lift and elegance.
The subtle detail on the sole, the brand’s signature pearl set in a gold ring, added a nice finishing touch to the shoes.
Lauren Conrad slips into a pair of Alevi Milano “Bar” sandals in beige patent leather featuring slim front straps, ankle straps, and towering stiletto heels (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
Lauren Conrad paired these sandals with a white strapless dress by Monique Lhuillier, and it looked so flattering against her sun-kissed tan complexion. The fabric had this crinkled, 3D texture that gave the dress structure and visual interest.
Its bodice was fitted with a clean strapless neckline, then it softly puffed out at the hips before tapering into a tulip-shaped skirt that hit at the ankles. I loved how it created such a beautiful silhouette without looking stiff.
Lauren kept her jewelry minimal but still noticeable. She wore rings, bracelets, and a delicate pendant necklace from L’Dezen, Melinda Maria, and Kallati, adding just the right amount of sparkle.
With neutral makeup, Lauren Conrad kept things soft and fresh. She finished it off with her long blonde hair styled in loose, tousled beach waves that fell over her shoulders, giving the whole look a relaxed, easygoing vibe that worked perfectly for the event.
Lauren Conrad pairs her understated Alevi Milano heels with a textured white strapless dress by Monique Lhuillier featuring a crinkled effect, a strapless, fitted bodice, and a tulip-style wrap skirt (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
Kristin Cavallari Revives 2000s Glam in Tony Bianco Wraparound Heels and a White Alex Perry Mini Dress
Kristin Cavallari stepped out in a look that was similar to Lauren Conrad’s, but with a much flirtier, more playful edge. She brought back the lace-up sandal trend from the early 2000s with the Tony Bianco “Millie” sandals, made in China from snake-embossed leather.
These sandals wrapped around her ankles with a tie closure, creating that leg-lengthening effect that instantly makes everything look a bit more elevated. The two slim straps across the toes kept things delicate, while the 4-inch stiletto heels added height and that classic sexy finish.
Kristin Cavallari wears the Tony Bianco “Millie” sandals made from snake-embossed leather with wraparound ankle ties, open pointed toes, and two slim straps across the toes (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
Cavallari paired them with a $2,000 white mini dress from Alex Perry, made from lamb leather. It featured a convex curved neckline and a longline paneled corset bodice that hugged her figure perfectly.
I loved how it fit her and complemented her tan complexion, creating a clean, fresh contrast. The twisted drape across the hip added a modern, sculptural touch, while the short, thigh-skimming hem showed off her toned legs.
Kristin also added a black cord choker from Uncommon James, fully embracing that 2000s comeback moment. She kept the rest simple with earrings, rings, and a black clutch.
To finish it off, her beachy waves and neutral makeup pulled everything together, keeping the vibe easy and polished.
Kristin Cavallari pairs her strappy sandals with a white Alex Perry mini dress featuring a sculptural twisted draped across the hip (Credit: Faye’s Vision / Cover Images)
The Enduring Allure of Strappy Heels on the Red Carpet and Beyond
From barely-there ankle straps to dramatic lace-up silhouettes that wrap the leg, strappy heels continue to define modern red-carpet dressing.
Whether styled with sculptural mini dresses or flowing gowns, they strike that perfect balance between elegance and sensuality—exactly what we saw with Lauren Conrad and Kristin Cavallari’s polished white looks.
For a deeper dive into how this timeless silhouette has evolved across celebrities, designers, and standout moments, explore more of our favorite strappy heel stories below.
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- ✨ Why the Jimmy Choo “Lance” became a red-carpet icon — an evergreen-style feature on one of fashion’s most famous strappy evening sandals, with celebrity wearers including Alicia Keys, Taylor Swift, Freida Pinto, Sophia Bush, and Selena Gomez.
- 👡 Mastering ankle-strap heels — a practical guide to styling, comfort, and fit for one of the most versatile strappy heel silhouettes.
- 💫 The history and appeal of T-strap heels — a useful evergreen explainer on the classic strap-forward silhouette, from flapper-era roots to modern stilettos.
- 🖤 Cara Delevingne in Sophia Webster “Lacey” strappy heels — a celebrity style story focused on lace-up, tassel-finished strappy sandals with a bold, cage-like design.
- 🌸 Hannah Waddingham’s Stella McCartney strappy sandals at Paris Fashion Week — a front-row fashion piece highlighting glossy triple-strap sandals paired with a peony pink mini dress.
- 💎 Anna Decade’s crystal-wrapped René Caovilla sandals — a red-carpet shoe moment spotlighting glamorous coiled, strappy heels that wrap dramatically around the leg.