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Keke Palmer continued her streak of vintage-forward dressing in New York City on Wednesday, stepping out in Midtown on her way to SiriusXM Studios wearing early-2000s Roberto Cavalli with denim platform heels by Dolce & Gabbana.
The actress and musician wore the Keira Platform Sandals in Blue Patchwork Denim from Dolce & Gabbana — a ’70s-inspired style the brand reinterprets each season. Made from cotton denim in various washes, the open-toe heel features a high block heel, platform sole and slim ankle strap. The patchwork construction lent a playful contrast to Palmer’s printed co-ord while echoing its distressed textures.
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Palmer’s look is straight from Roberto Cavalli’s fall 2001 runway: a distressed denim miniskirt paired with a strapless bustier and cropped jacket. The archival patchwork blends bleached denim, sepia-toned abstract prints and Cavalli’s signature leopard, all cut to highlight the bust and hips. The trio channels early-2000s energy with jagged hems and a low-rise fit.
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She accessorized with a Gucci Suede Nailhead Shoulder Bag in orange, featuring the house’s classic GG canvas and gold chain strap. Palmer layered on chunky gold jewelry, including a nameplate necklace, dome rings, and oversized hoops. Her glam leaned vibrant, with warm-toned eye shadow and voluminous, glossy auburn waves parted deeply to one side.
The look follows a series of vintage-heavy moments for Palmer this month. On June 9, she wore a fall 1993 Chanel minidress with patent black Femme LA pumps at the BET Awards. Weeks earlier, she appeared on “The Jennifer Hudson Show” in a rare Alexander McQueen Supercalifragilistic dress paired with Jimmy Choo’s architectural Ixia pumps.
Though the shoes Palmer wears often skew modern, her styling choices suggest a careful eye for cohesion. Even when her footwear isn’t archival, like today’s Keira platforms, the design’s retro sensibility bridges the past and present — complementing vintage pieces without competing with them.