Keri Russell Straps into Gladiator Flats at Jil Sander’s Spring 2024 Show
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Keri Russell leaned into gladiator-worthy shoes for Jilting Sander’s Spring 2024 fashion show.
While in Milan, Italy for the occasion during Milan Fashion Week, Russell was seated in the front row in a pair of the label’s sharp sandals. Her $640 style featured thin black leather ankle, thong and side straps, interconnected by a central T-strap to form a geometric cutout silhouette — instantly reminiscent of those worn by gladiators in the Roman Empire.
Russell’s shoes were finished with pointed flat soles, creating a dynamic appearance. The triangular shape added a geometric edge to the rest of the “The Diplomat” star’s attire: a brown and white-printed shirt with a large white collar, silky black shorts and an oversized black blazer. Gleaming gold hoop earrings and an off-white leather shoulder bag completed her attire with a clean flair, remaining subtle while accentuating her outfit’s lighter hues.
Sandals like Russell’s are a go-to trend in warmer months, due to their ventilated, open silhouettes and thin, practical soles; in fact, their strappy uppers earned the title of “Gladiator” sandals, which grew in popularity with ankle to knee-high straps reminiscent of Roman gladiators’ similar shoes. Pairs in a wide range of materials, finishes and colors are released in the spring and summer, as seen recently from labels including Celine, Giuseppe Zanotti and Free People.
Milan Fashion Week officially kicked off on Sept. 19 and runs through Sept. 25. The spring 2024 season features a calendar of fashion shows and presentations from a range of brands, including Fendi, Tom Ford, Versace, Gucci and more.
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