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Alessandra Ambrosio Goes Sky-High in Peep-Toe Platforms and Asymmetrical Dress at Race to Erase MS 30th Anniversary Gala

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Alessandra Ambrosio attended the Race to Erase MS 30th Anniversary Gala on June 1 in Los Angeles.

The former Victoria’s Secret Angel graced the orange carpet in an all-black ensemble consisting of a strappy, maxi-length, bodycon dress with an asymmetrical bodice and a high neckline that was adorned with crystalized fringe and cascaded down the model’s shoulder. The sleeveless dress also featured a daring front-facing slit that traveled up the length of Ambrosio’s leg, stopping midway up her thigh.

Alessandra Ambrosio attends the Race To Erase MS 30th Anniversary Gala at Fairmont Century Plaza on June 02, 2023 in Los Angeles.
Alessandra Ambrosio attends the Race To Erase MS 30th Anniversary Gala at Fairmont Century Plaza on June 02, 2023 in Los Angeles.

Additionally, Ambrosio carried a shiny geometric clutch, which she wore alongside a plethora of diamond-encrusted jewelry.

On the footwear front, the star stepped out in striking black peep-toe platform sandals. The footwear was constructed of patent leather uppers, hence the high-shine appearance, with thin but secure ankle straps, buckle closures and lofty platform soles. And the towering stiletto heels gave the 5’10” runway regular an even bigger boost.

Alessandra Ambrosio attends the Race To Erase MS 30th Anniversary Gala at Fairmont Century Plaza on June 02, 2023 in Los Angeles.
A closer look at Alessandra Ambrosio’s shoes.

The Race to Erase MS Gala is one of the most important fundraising events supporting innovative research and therapeutic approaches to eradicate MS through the foundation’s Center Without Walls program. The event was held at Fairmont Century Plaza on June 2, 2023, and saw the attendance of big stars like Kathy Hilton, Denise Richards, Gigi Gorgeous and Heidi D’Amelio, among others.

Alessandra Ambrosio attends the Race To Erase MS 30th Anniversary Gala at Fairmont Century Plaza on June 02, 2023 in Los Angeles.
Alessandra Ambrosio attends the Race To Erase MS 30th Anniversary Gala at Fairmont Century Plaza on June 02, 2023 in Los Angeles.

Alessandra Ambrosio’s Footwear Style

When it comes to shoes, the Brazilian personality can be seen in a range of looks, including sharp sneakers by Golden Goose, Gucci and Common Projects. Ambrosio’s off-duty looks also usually incorporate flip-flops from Havaianas. Additionally, she tends to gravitate toward thong and big-toe sandals from labels like Gianvito Rossi and Laiik, as well as pumps by Christian Louboutin, Serena Uziyel and Giuseppe Zanotti.

Lucilda Ambrosio, Alessandra Ambrosio, Race To Erase MS 30th Anniversary Gala, Los Angeles, gown, platform sandals.
Lucilda Ambrosio and Alessandra Ambrosio attend the Race To Erase MS 30th Anniversary Gala at Fairmont Century Plaza on June 02, 2023 in Los Angeles.

More of Ambrosio’s Best Style Moments

Alessandra Ambrosio attends amfAR Gala 2023 Presented by The Red Sea International Film Festival during the 76th Annual Cannes Film Festival on May 25, 2023 in Cannes, France.
Alessandra Ambrosio attends amfAR Gala 2023 during the 76th Cannes Film Festival on May 25, 2023 in Cannes, France.

For the annual amfAR Gala during the 76th Cannes Film Festival in May, the model showed off a plunging gown featuring intricate beadwork along with a white feathered wrap from designer Peter Dundas. On foot, she donned a pair of slinky embellished sandals by Aquazzura.

Alessandra Ambrosio at the Celsius Oasis Vibe House party on April 14, 2023 in Coachella, Calif.
Alessandra Ambrosio at the Celsius Oasis Vibe House party on April 14, 2023 in Coachella, Calif.

At Coachella in April, Ambrosio served up major ’70s vibes, slipping into burnt orange and gold flared cut-out pants, a creamy textured top with a front tie design and gold metallic leather platform sandals from Schutz. She accessorized with groovy, rose-tinted sunglasses, a smattering of jewelry and a brown Chanel crossbody bag.

BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 12: Alessandra Ambrosio attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party Hosted By Radhika Jones at Wallis Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts on March 12, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jon Kopaloff/Getty Images for Vanity Fair)
Alessandra Ambrosio attends the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscar Party on March 12, 2023 in Beverly Hills, Calif.

For the annual Vanity Fair post-Oscars party in March, Ambrosio chose another bold Dundas look — this time a silver mesh sheer column gown with a high neck featuring ornate embroidery that extended down the long sleeves. As for shoes, she wore a pair of strappy mules.

Alessandra Ambrosio, Netflix, “Full Swing,” Super Bowl, Jacquemus, Femme LA.
Alessandra Ambrosio attends the Michelob Ultra & Netflix “Full Swing” Premiere & Super Bowl After Party on Feb. 11, 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona.

In February, she went for a fun pink and purple ensemble for a Netflix Super Bowl after-party. She sported a Barbiecore pink Jacquemus mini blazer dress boasting side cut-outs and translucent purple PVC mules with a pointed toe from the brand Femme LA.

MEXICO CITY, MEXICO - NOVEMBER 10: Alessandra Ambrosio poses for a photo during the pink carpet for the 'Glamour Women Of The Year Mexico & Latin America' at Sofitel Mexico City on November 10, 2022 in Mexico City, Mexico. (Photo by Manuel Velasquez/Getty Images)
Alessandra Ambrosio attends the ‘Glamour Women Of The Year Mexico & Latin America’ party on Nov. 10, 2022 in Mexico City, Mexico.

For the Glamour Women Of The Year Mexico And Latin American bash in Mexico City last November, she dazzled in a silver sequin-covered gown featuring a ruffled trim with a dangerously high thigh slit. She teamed the show-stopping halter gown silver metallic pointed Louboutin pumps.

Alessandra Ambrosio, Dolce & Gabbana, Mytheresa, sandals, floral, Italy, halter top.
Alessandra Ambrosio attended a photocall ahead of the Dolce & Gabbana X Mytheresa capsule presentation on May 26, 2023 in Portofino, Italy.

While in attendance at Dolce & Gabbana X Mytheresa capsule presentation in Italy in 2023, the model wore a red and white striped halter crop top worn with a high-waisted skirt with a whimsical print. On the footwear front, Ambrosio embraced the summer vibes in a pair of floral mules that matched the look of her skirt.

About the Author:

Amina Ayoud is an Assistant Digital Editor for Footwear News, where she writes stories about everything from celebrity style to breaking fashion and shoe releases. Ayoud cultivated a love of all things fashion early in life thanks to a deep love of fashion history and the luxury industry. In her free time, Ayoud is a self-proclaimed fashion nerd and thriftaholic.

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