Selena Gomez’s style—timeless with a contemporary edge—still delivers in 2025. On June 26, 2024, she arrived at the Jimmy Kimmel Live studios in a sleek Versace dress that gave the classic LBD a sultry, runway-fresh twist.
Gomez, holding hands with her grandparents David and Debbie Cornett, radiated confidence in the look. And while some read the silhouette as “too mature,” it simply reflects her evolution—she’s long past the Disney child star era. At the time she was 31 (she turned 32 the following month), and the refined styling underscored a polished, grown-woman aesthetic.
Selena Gomez holds hands with her grandparents, David and Debbie Cornett, on their way to the Jimmy Kimmel Live studios (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)
Selena Gomez’s Versace Little Black Dress With a Sheer, Sultry Twist
Selena Gomez made a guest appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, where she talked about everything—from having a crush on Paul Rudd to her recent Emilia Perez Best Actress win at the Cannes Film Festival to the Wizards of Waverly Place reboot to her experience working with Only Murders in the Building co-stars Steve Martin and Martin Short.
Benny Blanco’s girlfriend commanded attention in a curve-skimming Versace dress, handpicked by her stylist Erin Walsh straight from the Italian luxury fashion house’s Fall 2024 runway. The look channeled a modern Wednesday Addams vibe, elevated with a sultry twist thanks to a sheer décolletage panel and long, billowing sleeves.
The sheer panel is incorporated into the dress’s crepe-bustier bodice, accentuating Selena’s body flawlessly. From the sweetheart neckline down, the garment resembles a classic black formal dress, complete with gleaming large Medusa buttons along the center front, suit-style pockets, and a modest midi-length skirt with a center slit.
Selena Gomez exudes elegance in a black Versace dress with sheer sleeves and a panel, gold Medusa buttons, a white Swallowtail collar, and white cuffs (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)
The contrasting white swallowtail collar and white cuffs enhance the dress’s formal appeal. But my favorite part is how it fits snugly and drapes over Selena’s hips before transitioning into a demure column skirt.
The exquisite dress was modeled after an archival Atelier Versace creation that Christy Turlington wore to the house’s Spring/Summer 1993 fashion presentation at The Ritz in Paris.
Reviving the style, Gigi Hadid, the it-girl supermodel of our time, modeled Selena’s dress on the Versace Fall 2024 runway during Milan Fashion Week in February. Going for a grungy biker-chic feel, Gigi gave the dress a different vibe by unfastening a few buttons on the skirt to show off her legs, accessorizing the look with dramatic eyeliner and black leather gloves.
Selena Gomez’s Versace dress was modeled by Gigi Hadid on the Italian fashion house’s Fall 2024 runway during Milan Fashion Week (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)
Elevating the Look With Simon G’s White Gold and Diamond Jewelry
In contrast to Hadid’s edgier runway take, Selena embraced pure elegance, finishing her look with Simon G’s 18k white gold and ethically sourced diamond creations. The result? A refined, red-carpet-ready moment that felt timeless yet undeniably modern.
Taylor Swift’s best friend chose the $8,010 Drop Earrings, their clusters of 2.36 carats of shimmering white diamonds catching the light with every movement.
Her well-manicured hands sparkled with a curated stack of rings: the $4,510 Simon-Set Fashion Ring with 1.01-carat baguette diamonds, the $6,930 Right Hand Ring layered with natural diamonds, the $3,080 Anniversary Ring set with 0.56-carat brilliant baguette diamonds, and the $7,260 Anniversary Ring adorned with three rows of dazzling 2-carat stones.
Selena Gomez keeps an elegant look by teaming her Versace dress with white gold and diamond jewelry by Simon G (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)
Edgy Accessories: Aupen Nirvana Bag and Versace Slingback Pumps
Allowing her dress and jewelry to take center stage, Selena kept the rest of her accessories simple but with a touch of edge.
She stored her essentials in the $340 “Nirvana” bag by Aupen, a Singapore-based label with a cult following. Its distinctive asymmetrical top makes it instantly identifiable, and the braided shoulder strap embellished with the detachable Aupen bag charm enhances its uniqueness.
Selena Gomez adds a hint of edge to the look by carrying the black leather Aupen “Nirvana” bag featuring an asymmetrical top and a braided strap (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)
The Lose You to Love Me singer teamed her dress with slingback pumps from the Italian house, showing her love of Versace. She wore the “Gianni” pumps made of shiny patent leather with sharp pointed toes and stiletto heels, creating sleek, minimalist lines.
They have the iconic Nastro Gianni bow at the vamps, giving them a coquette feel, complete with gold-and-black Medusa hardware with Greca engraving.
If you want to add them to your wardrobe, you’d better get these timeless shoes at Mytheresa right away; they’re currently on sale for $626 (down from $895). You can also buy the Versace Gianni 80mm leather pumps at Farfetch.
Selena Gomez completes her Versace look with the bow-embellished “Gianni” slingback pumps (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)
Glossy Hair Extensions and Rare Beauty Makeup by Selena Gomez
I applaud Selena’s glam squad for pulling off her gorgeous look.
The Another Cinderella Story star had extra-long extensions from Great Lengths, which Marissa Mariano styled in a glossy blowout. She then parted her hair to the side, giving her a glamorous appearance.
Of course, Selena wore makeup from her own cosmetics brand, Rare Beauty. Melissa Murdock gave her a bronzed appearance using the Rare Beauty Positive Light Liquid Luminizer in Captivate. For a sun-kissed effect, she added some freckles using a brow pen.
Enhancing the actress’s cat eyes, she used the Perfect Strokes Liquid Liner in Black and the Black Universal Mascara. A touch of the Glossy Lip Balm in Nearly Neutral and the Kind Words Lipstick in Bold completed her look.
Selena Gomez wears long brunette extensions and soft makeup, accentuating her cat eyes (Credit: BauerGriffin / INSTARimages)
More Selena Gomez Shoe and Style Highlights
Selena’s Jimmy Kimmel Live appearance is just one of many standout fashion moments she’s delivered over the years. From red-carpet gowns paired with statement heels to casual street style elevated by bold footwear, her style journey is full of inspiring looks worth revisiting. Explore some of her most memorable shoe and fashion moments below.
👠 Explore Selena Gomez’s Stylish Footwear & Fashion Moments:
- 📌Selena Gomez Stuns in Louboutin Heels: From Disney Darling to Red Carpet Royalty — a classic makeover moment featuring Christian Louboutin pumps during her Wizards of Waverly Place era.
- 📌 Selena Gomez’s Best High Heels: The Secret Behind Her Height-Boosting Red Carpet Style — uncovering how she uses designer heels to enhance her stature, including her shoe size and style preferences.
- 📌 Selena Gomez Stuns in Saint Laurent at Cannes 2024 — showcasing her off-the-shoulder Saint Laurent gown paired with Santoni heels at a premiere.
- 📌 Selena Gomez Exudes Effortless Elegance in a White Magda Butrym Mini Dress & Santoni Heels — minimalist fashion with elevated footwear at the Santa Barbara Film Festival.
- 📌 Best Heels Spotted at the SAG Awards 2025 (Selena Gomez featured) — includes her elegant Jimmy Choo sandals in a glamorous roundup.
- 📌 Selena Gomez Stuns With Bold Cherry Red Boots on the Set of Only Murders in the Building — a stylish contrast of retro boots and contemporary street style.