Hailey Bieber honors fashion royalty in vintage Gucci
The ’90s outfit of Hailey Bieber is dedicated to “icons only.”
Vintage Glamour with a Modern Twist
Hailey Bieber turned heads in New York City on April 30, stepping out in a rare piece of fashion history. The 28-year-old model and Rhode founder wore a baby blue Gucci shift dress from the brand’s iconic Spring/Summer 1998 collection designed by Tom Ford. Known for her trendsetting vintage style, Bieber’s choice seemed to be more than just a fashion statement—it was a subtle nod to the upcoming Met Gala.
The dress was sourced by her longtime stylist Dani Michelle from second-hand luxury retailer TheRealList. What makes the piece even more notable is its original wearer: none other than Anna Wintour, the powerful Vogue editor-in-chief and longtime co-chair of the Met Gala. Michelle shared a side-by-side photo of Wintour in the dress on Instagram with the caption, “icons only,” confirming the meaningful fashion reference.
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An Homage to Anna Wintour
According to a fashion historian on X (formerly Twitter), Wintour wore the pastel mini to a U.S. Embassy party in Paris back in 1998. Now, more than two decades later, Bieber is breathing new life into the archival look. She added her own contemporary flair with nude stilettos featuring PVC straps, sleek black sunglasses, and a beige clutch. True to form, she also carried her signature Rhode phone case—now a cult favorite among fans.
Reflecting on Hailey’s Met Gala Moments
With the Met Gala set for May 5 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Bieber’s nostalgic nod to Wintour’s past style feels perfectly timed. The mom of one has been a Met Gala regular since her 2016 debut in a beaded Topshop dress inspired by the theme “China: Through the Looking Glass.” She walked her first Met red carpet with husband Justin Bieber in 2021, wearing a plunging Saint Laurent gown. Her last appearance was in 2022, where she dazzled in a white halter Saint Laurent gown paired with a dramatic feathered cape—just months after undergoing a heart procedure.
As speculation builds about this year’s Met Gala looks, Bieber’s vintage choice serves as both a tribute and a teaser for what’s to come.