Riverdale Stars Turn PaleyFest 2022 Into a Runway: Minis, Tailoring, and Designer Heels

Back in April 2022, while Riverdale was airing its sixth season, the cast stepped away from the small screen and onto the red carpet for their appearance at PaleyFest at the Dolby Theatre.

Since its 2017 debut on The CW, the teen drama had developed a loyal, fashion-obsessed fanbase—and its stars once again delivered camera-ready looks that highlighted their individual style.

Lili Reinhart and Camila Mendes were reportedly making $40,000 per episode of the American teen drama television series Riverdale (Credit: Warner Bros. Television Distribution)

The Riverdale Cast Turns PaleyFest Into a Stylish Showcase of Tailoring, Minis, and Designer Heels

Cole Sprouse, KJ Apa, Lili Reinhart, and Camila Mendes all attended the panel to discuss the series, but it was their polished ensembles that immediately stole the spotlight.

From sharp tailoring to standout mini dresses and designer heels, the cast turned the event into an unexpected style showcase that gave fans plenty to talk about long after the festival wrapped.

The Riverdale cast appears at the 2022 PaleyFest panel at the Dolby Theatre on April 9, 2022, showcasing polished looks and designer footwear (Credit: Michael Simon / Startraksphoto)

Cole Sprouse and KJ Apa Contrast Classic Menswear With Relaxed Styling at PaleyFest

Cole, Riverdale’s Jughead Jones, was shirtless underneath a dark gray pinstripe suit, which he teamed with brown dress shoes.

Meanwhile, KJ, aka Archie Andrews, opted for a blue button-down shirt with matching trousers. He coordinated with a white undershirt and a pair of white sneakers.

Lili Reinhart, KJ Apa, Camila Mendes, and Cole Sprouse highlight their chic looks and standout footwear at the 2022 PaleyFest red carpet (Credit: Michael Simon / Startraksphoto)

As for the female leads, both Lili Reinhart and Camila Mendes opted for a chic black mini dress.

Lili Reinhart Stuns in a Velvet Saloni Mini Dress and Strappy Andrea Wazen Heels

Riverdale’s Betty Cooper paraded her toned legs in a black liquid velvet mini dress from Indian London-based fashion designer Saloni.

Lili Reinhart highlights her legs in a black velvet Saloni mini dress adorned with crystal bows, paired with strappy Andrea Wazen sandals (Credit: Fayes Vision / startraksphoto)

Called the “Camille,” this $710 mini frock is accented with rainbow crystal-embroidered bejeweled bows along the front. It also has keyhole openings between the bows, offering a glimpse of her chest.

The luxurious velvet dress comes completed with a round neck, a V-shaped back, a flattering gathered waist, and long sleeves with contrast button cuffs.

Lili Reinhart flaunts her legs in a Saloni mini dress featuring bejeweled bows in rainbow crystal embroidery along the front (Credit: Michael Simon / startraksphoto)

Lili styled the look in minimalist fashion, accessorizing with just a pair of understated earrings. She wore her short blonde locks in messy waves and enhanced her features with soft pink blush, lipstick, and eyeshadow.

Lili Reinhart styles her short blonde hair in waves and wears soft pink makeup with pink lipstick (Credit: Collin Xavier / Image Press Agency / ABACA / INSTARimages)

To complete her stunning outfit, the 25-year-old Hustlers star slipped her pedicured feet into the Andrea Wazen “Mandaloun” sandals, named after the Arabic term for a type of mullioned window seen in stately mansions from the 17th-century Lebanon.

Lili Reinhart slips her pedicured feet in Andrea Wazen Mandaloun strappy sandals (Credit: Collin Xavier / Image Press Agency / ABACA / INSTARimages)

These strappy sandals are made from supple leather and feature a square-cut front and knotted straps and ties that can be wrapped around the ankle.

Andrea Wazen’s Mandaloun sandals have a trendy square-cut front and knotted straps and ankle ties

Camila Mendes Goes Edgy in a Leather Hermès Mini Dress Paired With Crystal-Accented Roger Vivier Sandals

While Lili opted for a feminine bow-embellished look, Camila Mendes—who plays Veronica Lodge on the series—took an edgier route in a black leather mini dress from Hermès’ Fall 2022 collection.

Camila Mendes takes an edgy turn in a black leather Hermès mini dress layered over a white ruffled shirt, paired with sleek strappy sandals (Credit: Fayes Vision / startraksphoto)

She wore a ruffled white shirt under a short black leather dress, and paired the look with Roger Vivier’s “Marlene” sandals.

Camila Mendes pairs her leather mini dress with Roger Vivier ‘Marlene’ strass sandals (Credit: Fayes Vision / startraksphoto)

Made in Italy from suede, these sandals are discreetly embellished with crystal accents. They have a slender ankle strap with a crystal buckle, a square open toe, and a 4.3-inch Aiguille heel accented with a crystal-covered boule.

The Marlene sandals are discreetly accented with crystals on the buckled straps and Aiguille heels

Styled by Molly Dickson, Camila accessorized with just a pair of $58 Melinda Maria 1.5 Athena silver hoops.

Her raven tresses were parted to one side and styled into a half-up ponytail by Bridget Brager, while her eyes were highlighted with cat-eyeliner and dark nude eyeshadow by Emily Cheng.

Camila Mendes styles her black hair in a half-up ponytail and wears winged eyeliner with nude eyeshadow and lipstick (Credit: Fayes Vision / startraksphoto)

More Iconic Lili Reinhart & Camila Mendes Fashion and Footwear Moments

Beyond their standout looks at PaleyFest, both Lili Reinhart and Camila Mendes have delivered an impressive catalogue of red-carpet style.

From quiet-luxury silhouettes to bold designer heels, their fashion evolution continues to offer plenty of inspiration. Below, we’ve gathered a curated selection of their most memorable shoe and outfit moments.