Bella Hadid’s L.A. Noir Moment Outside Cucina Alba—With a Valentino Twist

She’s back in L.A. (briefly), promoting her latest Orebella scent. But this wasn’t a press junket ensemble. This was Hadid off-duty—yet still impossibly curated. The dress? A square-neck, short-sleeved, calf-length bodycon in jet black jersey. It clings, yes, but doesn’t suffocate. Think less Hervé Léger, more 1999 Milanese restraint. It’s seductive, but not thirsty.

The accessories did the talking. That Valentino Garavani Panthea bag—black nappa leather, chevron texture, feline-head hardware—hung off her shoulder like a talisman. Alessandro Michele’s touch is unmistakable: gothic, romantic, slightly unhinged. It’s currently only available for preorder, which feels right. This bag isn’t for everyone.

On her feet: Le Silla’s Vivienne mesh pumps, pointed and ankle-strapped. They’re delicate but sharp—like Bella herself. The gold cuff worn high on her forearm? A nod to Greco-Roman statuary, or maybe just a practical way to avoid stacking. Earrings glinted, but didn’t distract.

Her hair was pulled back—tight, clean, unfussy. Makeup leaned matte, with a muted lip and sculpted cheekbones. That specific rouge? Very Côte d’Azur, 1960. The lighting was harsh, the backdrop industrial (hello, Athens Services dumpster), but Bella’s pose—chin slightly lifted, stride confident—made it cinematic.

And yes, she dined with Kylie Jenner and Hailey Bieber. All three wore bodycon. All three went monochrome. It’s a trend, clearly. But Bella’s take felt more European—less Kardashian, more Krizia.

So what’s the takeaway? If you’re investing in one LBD this fall, make it calf-length, square-necked, and jersey. Pair it with one statement accessory (preferably feline-adjacent), and skip the layers. Let the silhouette speak.

Get Bella’s Look: Fall 2025 Essentials

• 🖤 Velvet Canyon “The Noughties” Sunglasses in Black — ’90s nostalgia, reissued.

• 👜 Valentino Garavani Panthea Bag — preorder only, but worth the wait.

• 👠 Le Silla Vivienne Pumps — mesh, ankle-strapped, Italian-made.

• 🧥 Bodycon Jersey Dress — square neckline, calf-length, minimal drama.

• ✨ Gold Cuff Bracelet — worn high, Grecian flair.

• 💄 Muted Rouge Lipstick — matte, vintage Riviera vibes.

Would you wear it? Or is this look best left to the Hadids of the world…