In the early 2010s, Rita Ora was deep into her adventurous, anything-goes fashion phase—an era defined by playful risk-taking and bold, costume-inspired looks.
Around this time, she had already stepped out in a full Moschino SpongeBob SquarePants ensemble and even a sleek, tongue-in-cheek Catwoman look. It was a period when Rita didn’t just follow trends—she created headline moments by fully committing to fashion as performance.
Rita Ora makes a dramatic entrance in a studded, fringe-detailed Roberto Cavalli gown paired with white braided sandals at the V&A’s Glamour of Italian Fashion preview
Rita Ora Goes Full Glam in Studded Roberto Cavalli at the V&A
But on April 1, 2014, the then-23-year-old singer pushed her experimental streak even further.
Attending the preview of The Glamour of Italian Fashion exhibition at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum, Rita arrived in a head-turning Roberto Cavalli white leather dress—complete with studded detailing, a layered fringe skirt, and a dramatic fur collar.
It was one of her most high-impact fashion moments of that era, blending Cavalli’s signature Italian glamour with her own fearless approach to red-carpet dressing.
Rita Ora showcases the intricate studwork, plunging neckline, and plush fur collar of her Roberto Cavalli gown on the red carpet
Rita Doubles Down on Drama With Frosted-White Hair
Rita even took the look a step further, misting her blonde hair a frosty white—whether as a nod to Nicole Richie’s memorable 2013 Met Gala beauty moment or a full-on ice-queen fantasy.
Either way, she grounded the drama with her signature finishing touches: a sculptural ear cuff and bold red lipstick that kept the look unmistakably “Rita.”
Rita Ora showing off her sprayed white hair while in a Roberto Cavalli dress at the preview of “The Glamour of Italian Fashion” exhibition held at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London, England, on April 1, 2014 (Credit: Lia Toby / Daniel Deme / Will Alexander / WENN)
Finishing the Look: Braided Roberto Cavalli Sandals in Crisp White
Rita Ora’s all-white number was finished with white strappy sandals, a pair from Roberto Cavalli’s Spring 2014 collection.
They are made of leather and feature braided crossover leather straps at the front, open toes, a back zipper fastening with tassel pulls, and stacked stiletto heels measuring about 4.7 inches.
A close-up of Rita’s white Roberto Cavalli sandals reveals their braided straps, lace-up construction, and sleek stiletto heel
The sandals’ intricate lacing and braided leather details peek through the dress’s cascading fringe
Rita’s Cavalli sandals stand out beneath the heavy fringe, highlighting the design’s woven straps and open-toe silhouette
There’s no question Rita commanded attention that night, though the head-to-toe look edged into maximalist territory.
The Roberto Cavalli sandals were striking on their own—braided, architectural, and very spring 2014—but paired with the studded, fringed dress and icy beauty moment, the overall effect bordered on fashion overload.
Still, the shoes themselves were a standout, proving why Cavalli’s embellished sandals were such a red-carpet favorite at the time.
This angled product shot highlights the Roberto Cavalli braided leather sandal’s sculptural crossover straps, tassel-zip back, and sleek stacked stiletto heel
More Rita Ora & Roberto Cavalli Fashion Moments
As this bold 2014 Cavalli look reminds us, Rita Ora has never shied away from fashion that pushes the limits—so if you’re in the mood to explore more of her standout style moments and additional Cavalli designs across YNS, here are a few reader favorites.
👠 Explore More Rita Ora & Roberto Cavalli Moments on Your Next Shoes:
- ✨ A closer look at Roberto Cavalli’s signature exotic prints, a hallmark of the designer’s bold, high-glamour aesthetic.
- 🎤 Rita Ora at the Music Industry Trust Awards, wearing standout heels alongside Emma Bunton.
- 👗 Her chic NYC street-style moment while promoting her performance on The Hill concert series.
- 🔥 Rita Ora’s fiery red outfits and heels from the Descendants: The Rise of Red press tour.
- 📏 Rita Ora’s height and shoe size, plus how she uses footwear to shape her on-stage and red-carpet persona.
- 👟 Her playful denim-and-sneaker look in pink Nike Air Max DN8s during a day out in London.
- 🌟 Roberto Cavalli references in Hollywood styling, spotlighting designs worn by stars like Lindsay Lohan.
- 👠 How Bar Refaeli and Victoria Silvstedt styled their Roberto Cavalli dresses with eye-catching heels.