L’HISTOIRE: Irina Shayk's Extremely 2010 Outfit With a Chanel Bag, Louboutin Boots
This look couldn't get any more Y2K, even if 2010 isn't technically part of that era.
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How does one stay cozy in New York City's frigid winter temperatures? A fur-lined coat with Christian Louboutin boots and a Chanel Flag Bag, at least for Irina Shayk.
When Russian model stepped out for day three of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in 2010,she braved the cold Big Apple's chilly weather in Bryant Park, donning an ensemble that screamed 2010. On one arm Shayk carried a quilted lambskin Chanel Flag Bag. She clutched a Blackberry in her other hand. (Remember that device, so emblematic of early cell phone days, and its slide out keyboard?) Shayk finished the look with knee-high Christian Louboutin stiletto boots. These signaled a sartorial power move, and it's no surprise they were a favorite pair of hers at the time. They exude confidence in every stride.
But it's Shayk’s leopard print, fur-collared coat that truly brought the look together. Her choice of outerwear was the epitome of something timely yet old-world in its glamour, equally giving off a Gossip Girl vibe that was both sophisticated and a little dangerous. It's a timeless choice, which was also boosted back to the heights of fashion in a major way in recent years thanks to the recent the mob wife trend across fashion and beauty.
This mob wife look—characterized by its luxurious furs, bold prints, high-end accessories, and heavy makeup—took off early 2024 on TikTok. Shayk's 2010 outfit encapsulated many elements that dominated the ongoing aesthetic. The rise of micro trends, fueled by the internet and social media, continue to allow for looks like "mob wife" to gain traction. Brands like Louis Vuitton and Saint Laurent even tend to embrace these moments, featuring exaggerated silhouettes, sharp tailoring, and opulent details on their runways, contributing to a larger cultural moment of women power dressing with a touch of drama.
Looking back at the 39-year-old model's 2010 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week appearance, it’s clear that she was as current as ahead of her time, thanks to the nature of trend cycles. Her outfit, a combination of classic luxury and bold, statement-making pieces, perfectly encapsulated how to stay fashionably warm, while echoing the mob wife aesthetic.
