Nia Long celebrated 28 years since “Love Jones” was released, attending the “Remembering Love Jones” panel during the 2025 American Black Film Festival on Saturday in Miami. For the occasion, the actress opted for a pair of black Gianvito Rossi lace pumps, which added a romantic touch to her outfit.
Long opted for the Italian luxury footwear designer’s “Claudia” style in a floral lace. The heels are designed in a sophisticated point-toe profile and set on 105mm heels. They retail for $1,095.
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The shoe features an elongated pointed toe and a slip-on design. While at first glance the shoes appear to be a straightforward black pump, upon closer inspection, the intricate and delicate lace on the suede upper stands out. The corded floral lace features a raised, textured pattern created with thicker threads, giving it a three-dimensional yet feminine appeal. This kind of lace is often backed with tulle for structure.
Shoes with lace details can add a distinctly romantic touch to outfits by introducing a delicate, feminine element that contrasts beautifully with other textures and styles. Badgley Mischka, Jimmy Choo and Dolce & Gabbana are among the other brands offering different styles of lace pumps.
For her ensemble, Long went for a sharp black-and-white look. The “Friday” actress kept it playful, pairing a white blazer with matching shorts and a sheer black blouse underneath, featuring a front tie at the neckline.
Larenz Tate, who starred in the movie alongside Long, also attended the panel. Tate coordinated his outfit with his costar, opting for a head-to-toe monochrome look. He paired white McQueen oversize sneakers with a matching white suit and a white shirt.
Scott Evans hosted the panel, during which they discussed the impact “Love Jones” has had over the years. The film follows Darius Lovehall, an aspiring poet, who performs at a popular nightclub in Chicago called the Sanctuary, where he meets Nina Mosley, a talented photographer recently out of a relationship with her ex-fiancé, Marvin. The movie hit theaters in March 1997 and has since become a cult favorite.