Giambattista Valli Dress + Khaite Shoes Mary Jane White + Loro Piana Shawl Blue

THE PIECES

Dress

Giambattista Valli Dress

Shoes

Khaite Shoes Mary Jane White

Layer

Loro Piana Shawl Blue

WHY IT WORKS

Khaite White Mary Jane (white patent, black T-strap, low block heel). The white patent reads tonal with the dress's pale ground, but the black T-strap creates a sharp graphic interruption against the soft chiffon hem. It introduces a cool, slightly retro edge while honoring the length rule. The black strap is doing the work — adding tension and preventing sweetness.

THE TENSION

Fluid romantic dress vs. graphic retro shoe with black T-strap adding tension