Tara Donna Reid, who turned 49 on November 8, 2024, rose to fame in the late ’90s with breakout roles that defined an era.
Standing 5ft 4 ½ (163.8 cm) tall and wearing a US shoe size 7, she charmed audiences as Bunny Lebowski in The Big Lebowski (1998) and cemented her place in pop culture as Vicky in American Pie (1999). The teen comedy went on to gross over $100 million in the U.S. and launch an enduring film franchise.
Tara Reid lights up the screen as Vicky Lathum alongside Thomas Ian Nicholas as Kevin Meyers in the coming-of-age classic American Pie (Credit: Universal Pictures)
More than two decades after American Pie introduced her to a global audience, Tara Reid continues to make red-carpet appearances that showcase her eclectic fashion sense.
Tara Reid’s Bold Style at Netflix’s A Tourist’s Guide to Love Premiere
At the April 2023 Netflix premiere of A Tourist’s Guide to Love, she opted for a bold mix of patterns and statement footwear.
Tara Reid attends Netflix’s A Tourist’s Guide to Love premiere in a black-and-white graphic dress paired with studded red-and-black ankle boots that gave her look an edgy finish on April 13, 2023, in Los Angeles, California (Credit: DDP / INSTARimages)
When American Pie premiered in theaters on July 9, 1999, much of the cast was still in their teens and early twenties.
Tara Reid’s Minimalist Look at the 1999 American Pie Premiere
At just 23 years old, Tara Reid joined her co-stars at the world premiere on July 7, 1999, stepping onto the red carpet in a sleek black satin skirt and strapless top layered with a fringed shawl—a minimalist, late-’90s aesthetic that stood in sharp contrast to the bold, patterned dress and studded ankle boots she wore decades later at Netflix’s A Tourist’s Guide to Love premiere in 2023.
Tara Reid attends the American Pie premiere in a sleek black satin skirt and strapless top, layered with a fringed white shawl for a touch of red-carpet drama on July 7, 1999 (Credit: Featureflash Photo Agency / Shutterstock)
After revisiting her breakout years and American Pie success, we turn to another standout style moment—Tara Reid’s head-turning look from the 2016 premiere of Undrafted.
The ‘Sharknado’ Star’s Style: A Look at Tara Reid’s Red Carpet Appearances
Tara Reid wears her blonde hair down at the premiere of Vertical Entertainment’s “Undrafted” held on July 11, 2016, in Hollywood, California (Credit: FayesVision / Apega / WENN)
Back in July 2016, Tara Reid made headlines after a tense walk-off from Jenny McCarthy’s radio show.
Yet just days later at the Undrafted premiere, she offered a very different impression—smiling for the cameras and warmly greeting paparazzi as she worked the red carpet.
Tara Reid turned heads at the Undrafted premiere in a black embellished mini dress with bell sleeves, paired with sleek black ankle-strap sandals that highlighted her toned legs (Credit: FayesVision / Apega / WENN)
Tara chatted with the people behind the cameras as she posed for them on the Hollywood carpet. The “Sharknado” star slipped into a gorgeous embellished short dress with billowing bell sleeves.
Tara completed her look with a slim patent belt, silver jewelry, and a striking pair of Givenchy “Shark Lock” ankle-strap sandals in black suede. A sculptural spin on the French house’s cult-favorite Shark Lock boots, the sandal version carries the same bold ankle cuff secured with the signature twist-lock hardware.
Tara Reid’s feet in black suede Givenchy “Shark Lock” ankle-strap sandals, showing off her light pink pedicure
Crafted in Italy, the design features an open toe, high stiletto heel, and luxe suede finish—an unmistakable statement piece from one of Givenchy’s most iconic footwear lines.
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- 📏 Charli XCX’s Black Givenchy Dress and Shark Lock Boots — spotlighting the French luxury house’s iconic Shark Lock boots in calfskin leather.
- 📏 Lily Collins Turns Heads in Givenchy Shark Lock Sandals — a bold red carpet take on the sandal variation of the Shark Lock line.
- 📏 Julianne Moore in Givenchy Shark Lock Ankle-Wrap Sandals — highlighting the sculptural ankle-cuff silhouette that defines the collection.
- 📏 Heidi Klum’s Blonde Bun Hairstyle and Shark-Lock Sandals — pairing the signature Givenchy sandal with a sleek red carpet look.
- 📏 Kelly Rowland in Givenchy Shark Lock Wedge Booties — styled with a bohemian dress while honoring hard-working moms.
Tara’s Givenchy “Shark Lock” sandals weren’t just a fashion statement—they offered a sly nod to her Sharknado franchise. The bold ankle-cuff design echoed the aquatic theme of the cult disaster films, making her footwear choice feel especially on-brand.
Off the carpet, she kept the mood light, warmly engaging with photographers and sharing her genuine excitement about the next Sharknado installment.
For those interested in Tara’s style, her Givenchy “Shark Lock” sandals can be found at retailers like Farfetch and Mytheresa.
Givenchy Leather “Shark Lock” d’Orsay Sandal, $1,095