Tyra Banks Revisits Her Bold 2017 Era in Cavalli Florals and Sheer Lace at AGT

In the spring of 2017, Tyra Banks delivered two strikingly different red-carpet looks—each bold in its own way, each reflective of the adventurous, high-impact styling she often embraced during that era.

Within just a few weeks, she shifted from a maximalist, head-to-toe floral Cavalli suit at the Freeform Upfront to a dramatic sheer lace ensemble at the America’s Got Talent Season 12 launch.

Viewed together, the outfits offer a snapshot of Tyra’s post-runway fashion identity: experimental, unapologetically statement-driven, and always camera-ready—even when the risks didn’t fully land. This retrospective revisits both moments, beginning with her eye-catching (and divisive) Cavalli print.

Tyra Banks Goes Maximalist in a Full Floral Cavalli Suit at the 2017 Freeform Upfront

Back in April 2017, Tyra Banks—undoubtedly one of the most iconic supermodels of her generation—stepped onto the Freeform Upfront red carpet in a bold head-to-toe floral look from Roberto Cavalli’s Resort 2017 collection.

Tyra has long been celebrated for her runway presence and red-carpet confidence, so this appearance stands out as a rare style misfire in hindsight.

Tyra Banks poses on the Freeform Upfront red carpet in a bold white floral Cavalli suit paired with a deep purple ruffled blouse

Then 43, the multi-hyphenate arrived in Cavalli’s fitted cady jacket featuring a bell-heather print, a notched collar, button-front detailing, and three patch pockets.

She layered it over a ruffled purple silk blouse and paired the look with matching flared trousers in the same vibrant print.

A closer look shows Tyra’s sharply tailored floral jacket and purple blouse combination, highlighting the intricate print across both pieces

Why Tyra’s Full Cavalli Print Proved a Risky Red-Carpet Formula

Viewed today, the ensemble reflects the maximalist mix-and-match approach Cavalli championed during that era—but it also shows how challenging full patterned suiting can be on the red carpet.

The print already carried significant visual weight, and separating the pieces would likely have allowed each element to shine: the blouse on its own could have introduced softness and movement, while the trousers might have benefited from a more streamlined styling approach.

Full-length shots reveal the flowing floral trousers and pointed-toe pumps peeking from beneath the extended hems

How Tyra’s Pointed-Toe Pumps Got Lost Beneath the Cavalli Suit

Her shoes, a simple pointed-toe pump, also disappeared beneath the lengthy hemline—an understandable choice given the busy print, but one that didn’t provide the grounding or contrast the look needed.

Tyra Banks at the Freeform 2017 Upfront held at the Hudson Mercantile in New York City, on April 19, 2017 (Credit: Andres Otero / Patricia Schlein / FayesVision / WENN)

Tyra has delivered countless memorable fashion moments over the years, but this appearance—while ambitious—feels more experimental than polished when revisited today.

Tyra Banks with Shay Mitchell, who wore a Galvan pre-fall 2017 jumpsuit with pointy-toe pumps at the Freeform 2017 Upfront held at the Hudson Mercantile in New York City, on April 19, 2017.

Explore More Cavalli Style Moments Across the YNS Archive

Before shifting into Tyra’s next major appearance that spring, here’s a curated look at other standout Roberto Cavalli fashion and footwear moments featured on Your Next Shoes—offering broader context on the designer’s signature glamour, bold prints, and red-carpet legacy.

A few weeks earlier, Tyra Banks made another headline appearance—this time at the Season 12 launch of America’s Got Talent, marking her first major outing after taking over hosting duties from Nick Cannon.

Tyra Banks Commands Attention in Sheer Black Lace at the AGT Season 12 Launch

Given the significance of the moment, all eyes were on her as she met fans on the red carpet and later shared a behind-the-scenes glimpse of her glam on Instagram.

Tyra Banks arrives at the AGT Season 12 launch in a sheer black lace pantsuit styled with a sculptural gold statement necklace and pointed-toe cutout booties

For the occasion, the former America’s Next Top Model host chose an all-black ensemble built around a sheer lace dress with long sleeves, a plunging neckline, and a dramatic, body-skimming silhouette.

Side-by-side close-ups highlight Tyra’s intricate lace tailoring, bold purple lipstick, and dramatic metallic neckpiece against the AGT step-and-repeat backdrop

She accessorized with a bold gold statement necklace, a deep purple lip, and black pointed-toe booties featuring cutout detailing—shoes that brought a touch of edge to an otherwise romantic look.

Tyra Banks showcases her sheer black lace suit from every angle, revealing the intricate patterning and her black pointed-toe high-heel booties as she moves along the AGT red carpet

Revisiting the outfit today, it reads as one of Tyra’s more daring red-carpet choices from that period.

The individual elements were striking, but the combination of sheer lace, bold jewelry, and statement beauty could have benefitted from a slightly more balanced approach—especially for such a milestone moment in her hosting career.

Still, the look reflects Tyra’s willingness to embrace high-impact fashion and her instinct for theatrical, camera-ready styling during this chapter of her public life.

Tyra Banks at the “America’s Got Talent” Season 12 Kickoff held at the Pasadena Civic Center in Pasadena, California, on March 27, 2017

Tyra Banks shows off her sculpted waves, metallic statement necklace, and bold purple lipstick that add dramatic contrast to her black lace suit

A close-up of Tyra’s black pointed-toe cutout booties reveals their sleek stiletto heel and suede finish peeking out beneath the lace pants

Explore More Tyra Banks Moments on Your Next Shoes

As we wrap up this retrospective on Tyra’s bold red-carpet choices from 2017, here are more YNS features that highlight her signature style, memorable shoe moments, and supermodel glamour through the years.