Lily Collins Parades Archival Fashion on ‘Emily in Paris’ 5 Press Tour: Fendi, Cavalli & Manolos

I couldn’t help but admire Lily Collins’ fashion parade as she made the rounds on the press circuit for the upcoming fifth season of Emily in Paris, premiering December 18. Her outfit selections felt like a nod to fashion history—bold and quietly confident!

Lily has already mastered mixing classic, feminine style with a hint of quirk, and her latest looks showed that clearly. She’s been embracing vintage glamour while keeping the look clean and modern, letting the statement pieces stand out on their own.

Lily Collins completed each look with sleek, leg-lengthening heels—from delicate ankle-strap sandals to classic pointed pumps—underscoring her effortless balance of vintage glamour and modern polish (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Vintage Giraffe Print: Lily Collins Wears Roberto Cavalli on Good Morning America

Stepping out on the streets of New York ahead of her Good Morning America appearance, Collins wore a vintage Roberto Cavalli coat dress from the Spring/Summer 2006 collection, which featured a fun and striking metallic giraffe print. Animal prints can easily veer into costume territory, but this felt elevated thanks to its warm, burnished tones and subtle sheen.

Aside from the print, the tailoring was impeccable. The coat featured a wide, pointed collar with folded lapels, a double-breasted front, and oversized flap pockets. It was cinched at the waist with a tie belt, accented with a Roberto Cavalli logo buckle with turquoise detailing that mirrored the coat’s giraffe pattern.

Lily wore the coat as a dress, with the hem hitting above her knees, showing just enough leg to keep the look fresh. The cuffed sleeves added to the retro trench feel, and the fit looked as though it had been tailored specifically for her.

Lily Collins steps out in New York City on December 10, 2025, wearing a vintage Spring 2006 Roberto Cavalli giraffe-print coat dress, styled with a turquoise-buckled belt, a purple Fendi Baguette, and sleek ankle-strap heels (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

A Pop of Purple: Lily Collins Revives the Iconic Fendi Baguette

Just when I thought the coat couldn’t command more attention, Lily added a bold twist with a purple sequin-embellished Fendi Baguette. If it looks familiar, that’s because Carrie Bradshaw famously carried it in Sex and the City, particularly in the Soho mugging scene where she insists, “It’s a Baguette,” after the thief calls it just a bag.

Originally from Fendi’s Fall/Winter 1999 collection, the style has since been re-released and appeared in the reboot And Just Like That, where Bradshaw wore it again during a night out with Miranda and Charlotte.

Priced at $5,900, the iconic bag is fully embroidered with purple sequins in varying shapes and sizes, creating a rich, 3D effect. It’s finished with the signature FF clasp on the front flap and detachable shoulder and crossbody straps.

I’ll admit, the contrast between the warm orange-brown tones of the coat and the electric purple bag caught me off guard. They aren’t colors you’d typically expect to see together, but that’s what also makes it interesting.

Lily Collins adds a bold twist to her already striking outfit by carrying a purple sequined Fendi baguette bag, which Carrie Bradshaw used in Sex and the City and in the reboot And Just Like That (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Polished Beauty Meets Modern Styling

Lily kept the rest of her styling simple. She wore minimal jewelry, including just a few rings and chunky gold hoop earrings, which allowed her outfit to breathe. Her sleek bob was combed inward, adding to the look’s retro vibe, and her makeup was light and fresh, with rosy tones and defined brows.

For a dose of modern edge, Collins wore the sleek Phoebe Philo “Score” sunglasses in black acetate with orange-tinted lenses. They matched the coat’s color palette while adding that cool, off-duty celebrity energy.

Lily Collins adds a sleek, modern finish to her vintage ensemble by styling her bob sleek and straight and wearing a pair of Phoebe Philo sunglasses (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

The Art of Woven Heels: Manolo Blahnik Sandals

Lily rounded out her ensemble with dark brown woven Manolo Blahnik stiletto sandals. Instead of playing it safe with simple black heels, she fully embraced texture. They featured woven straps over the toes, mid-foot, and around the heel, adding dimension and an extra layer of visual interest.

A slim, smooth leather ankle strap with a delicate buckle secured the sandals. At the same time, slender stiletto heels lifted her posture, elongating her legs and balancing the busy print of her outfit.

Lily Collins completes her vintage ensemble with woven Manolo Blahnik ankle-strap sandals, showing off a soft, natural pedicure that keeps the look refined and effortless (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Archival Seduction: Lily Collins Steps Out in a Sheer Black Fendi Dress on Jimmy Fallon

A day earlier, Lily Collins was pictured outside the studios of The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, wearing a black dress that suited a nighttime setting. The look was clean and modern, showing a more understated side of archival fashion.

Lily donned a slip-style dress from Fendi’s Fall 1997 collection, designed by Karl Lagerfeld. It was made from a see-through mesh, layered with opaque black panels that ran vertically and horizontally across the body. These stripes created a clean, geometric pattern, with the black panels strategically placed for some coverage.

The dress also had a low scoop neck, held in place by thin straps, giving it a lingerie-inspired feel. The fitted bodice highlighted Lily’s slim figure, cinching at the waist before flowing into an A-line skirt. The lower half mirrored the bodice, featuring the same striped panels offering glimpses of Lily’s legs.

Lily Collins is seen in Midtown Manhattan on December 9, 2025, stepping out near the Jimmy Fallon studios in a sheer black Fendi dress from the Fall 1997 collection (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

A Modern Take on Archival Fendi

On the runway, the dress was originally styled with a white feather stole. But for this appearance, Lily chose a black feather jacket, which she casually draped over one arm, adding a dramatic edge to the look.

Accessories were kept minimal. Lily wore tiny hoop earrings and a few rings, adding just a hint of shine. She carried a red Fendi Baguette bag, which introduced a strong contrast against the black outfit.

Her makeup was simple, with nude lips, mascara, and defined eyebrows, while her hair was styled in her signature sleek bob with a center part, keeping the overall look polished.

Lily Collins adds a pop of color to her all-black look with a red Fendi bag and pink lipstick (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Bold and Sleek: Fendi “Acro” Knee-High Boots

Collins completed the ensemble with Fendi’s “Acro” knee-high boots, adding a sleek, modern edge to the look.

Crafted in Italy from glossy hagfish leather, the boots exuded luxury while maintaining a polished, contemporary vibe. They featured sharply pointed toes and elegantly arched heels measuring around 3.75 inches, subtly elongating Collins’ silhouette.

The smooth, reflective finish of the leather echoed the dress’s clean, minimalist lines, enhancing the outfit’s streamlined sophistication. These statement boots are available for $1,342 at Farfetch.

Lily Collins injects a hint of tough-chic attitude to her delicate black Fendi dress by slipping into the Fendi “Acro” knee-high boots (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Party Mode Activated: Lily Collins Shines in a Fendi Peplum Mini Dress

Lily later switched up her style, stepping out of the Jimmy Fallon studio and straight into party mode for the Emily in Paris season 5 celebration.

She chose a bustier mini dress from Fendi’s Resort 2026 collection, made of shimmering fabric with multicolored, irregular dot-like design scattered across a dark, inky base. As she moved, the dress reflected flashes of teal, burgundy, silver, and hints of midnight blue, creating a subtle, oil-slick effect.

The construction of the dress was just as compelling as its design. The strapless bodice featured a daring sweetheart neckline that framed her décolletage beautifully. It hugged her torso before flaring into a sculpted peplum at the waist.

This architectural flair added volume and dimension, hovering over the fitted mini skirt underneath. The skirt itself skimmed Lily’s thighs, balancing the drama of the peplum with a streamlined finish.

Lily Collins steps out in New York City on December 9, 2025, wearing a shimmering Fendi mini dress with a strapless sweetheart neckline, sculpted peplum, and a fitted skirt scattered with irregular sparkly dots (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Letting the Dress Do the Talking: Cartier Trinity Earrings

Lily let the dress take center stage, wearing only a few rings and the Cartier Trinity hoop earrings in rose gold, yellow gold, and white gold.

She styled her glossy brunette hair sleek and parted in the middle, elegantly framing her face, while mascara and soft pink lipstick kept everything fresh and contemporary.

Lily Collins keeps her glam simple, wearing her brunette hair sleek with a middle parting and highlighting her features with subtle smoky eyeshadow, peachy blush, and pink lipstick (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

A Balanced Finish: Aquazzura “Love Affair” Pumps

On her feet, Lily wore the Aquazzura “Love Affair” pumps, finishing her look with understated elegance. She could have opted for the sheer mesh version for added drama, but the satin pair kept the look balanced and timeless!

The pointed toes elongated her legs, while the slim ankle straps secured them to her feet. Their scalloped side softly echoed the dress’s lovely neckline.

Lily Collins completes her party-ready look with black tights and Aquazzura “Love Affair” pumps (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)

Lily Collins’ Style Evolution, One Shoe Moment at a Time

Lily Collins’ press-tour looks are never just about clothes—they’re carefully considered style moments where footwear plays a defining role.

From archival heels to modern statement boots, her choices consistently reflect a balance of fashion history, contemporary polish, and personal flair.

If you’re curious to see how her shoe style has evolved over the years, these standout moments capture the full range of her fashion journey.