Nina Dobrev Energizes a Tuxedo Romper With Electric-Blue Tamara Mellon Heels

At the People StyleWatch x Revolve Fall Fashion Party at The High Line in New York City on August 12, 2015, Nina Dobrev delivered a polished evening look that balanced sharp tailoring with a confident footwear statement.

Nina Dobrev keeps her beauty look soft and polished, pairing glowing makeup with sparkling stud earrings and a sleek ponytail at People StyleWatch x Revolve Fall Fashion Party held at The High Line in New York City on August 12, 2015 (Credit: C.Smith / WENN)

Standing out alongside style regulars Olivia Palermo and Victoria Justice, Dobrev grounded her tuxedo-inspired Diane von Furstenberg romper with electric-blue heels that added energy and contrast to the otherwise monochrome ensemble.

The result was a look that felt intentional rather than trendy—proof that a strong shoe choice can quietly define an entire outfit.

She managed to dial down her sex appeal by layering the short suit with a long-sleeved, collared silk blouse from the same brand, sprinkled with playful multicolor confetti prints.

Nina Dobrev steps out in a tailored black vest romper layered over a confetti-print blouse, finishing the look with electric-blue strappy heels and a glittery box clutch

‘The Vampire Diaries’ star simply accessorized with a pair of floral earrings and a statement ring and carried a glittery Edie Parker box clutch.

To amp up the elegance, Nina pulled her wavy hair back into a high ponytail with a quiff and wore gorgeous, soft makeup with pink lip gloss and eyeshadow.

Multiple angles highlight how the sharp tailoring of Dobrev’s romper contrasts with the playful print underneath, creating a balanced day-to-night silhouette

Nina added a pop of electric blue to her look with Tamara Mellon’s crackled metallic suede sandals, “Glow.” They feature strappy ankle cuffs, back zipper fastenings, open toes, and about 3.5-inch covered stiletto heels.

A closer look reveals the metallic blue finish and slim front strap of Nina Dobrev’s Tamara Mellon “Glow” sandals

Beyond Nina Dobrev’s electric-blue moment, Tamara Mellon sandals have long been a quiet red-carpet staple among style-savvy celebrities. Jamie Chung, Jenna Dewan, and Hailey Bieber have all stepped out in variations of the brand’s sleek Frontline silhouette, while Naomie Harris, Halsey, and Yara Shahidi have each leaned on the brand’s minimalist straps to anchor statement looks.

The recurring appeal lies in the balance: modern lines, secure construction, and just enough edge to elevate an outfit without overpowering it.

The ankle-strap construction and slender stiletto heel add structure and elegance to the otherwise minimal sandal design

That design sensibility reflects Tamara Mellon OBE’s background. A British fashion entrepreneur born in London in 1967, Mellon is best known as the co-founder of Jimmy Choo, which she launched in 1996 after spotting a gap in the luxury footwear market while working as accessories editor at British Vogue.

Over the next 15 years, she helped turn Jimmy Choo into a global powerhouse—cemented by its presence on Hollywood red carpets and in Sex and the City—before departing the brand in 2011.

Mellon initially debuted her namesake label in 2013 before later pressing reset; following a Chapter 11 filing, she reintroduced the brand in 2016 with a streamlined direct-to-consumer approach that emphasizes luxury craftsmanship without traditional retail markups—a reset that has since resonated with celebrities drawn to shoes that feel polished, modern, and genuinely wearable.

Tamara Mellon’s “Glow” sandals dazzle in crackled metallic blue suede, featuring sleek ankle straps and slender stiletto heels that deliver a bold pop of color with elegant evening appeal

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