Heidi Klum was photographed in New York this week wearing a striking black dress that combined tailored structure with sheer fabric and feather accents. The model and television personality, now in her fifties, has continued to make regular appearances at fashion events and public outings while also speaking openly in interviews about how her body has changed with age.

The dress featured a deep V neckline and structured shoulders, creating a fitted upper section that defined the waist. From the hips downward, the design shifted into a sheer fabric layer that fell below the knee, revealing black hosiery underneath. The contrast between the opaque bodice and the transparent lower half created a layered effect as she walked.

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One of the most noticeable details of the outfit was the pair of white feather cuffs at the wrists. The textured trim added volume to the otherwise streamlined black dress and stood out sharply against the darker fabric. Klum paired the look with black pointed stiletto heels with the signature red soles associated with designs by Christian Louboutin.

She completed the outfit with oversized black sunglasses and carried a structured black shoulder bag with a chain strap. Her hair was worn loose in soft waves with a centre part, falling over her shoulders.

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Klum first rose to global recognition in the late 1990s and early 2000s as one of the most visible figures in the modelling industry, appearing on magazine covers, runways and television. Over the years she has expanded her career beyond modelling, becoming a television host and producer while maintaining a presence in fashion campaigns and public events.

In recent interviews, Klum has acknowledged that her body has naturally changed as she entered menopause. She has spoken candidly about gaining some weight and adjusting to those changes, noting that the shift is part of a normal stage of life. The comments have resonated with many women who experience similar physical changes during midlife.

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Her appearance in the black dress this week reflects that continuing visibility. Rather than avoiding fitted or sheer designs, Klum has continued to wear body-conscious pieces in public appearances and fashion settings.

The New York outing appeared to be a street-style moment rather than a formal event, but the combination of sheer fabric, feather cuffs and sharply tailored structure ensured the look attracted attention from photographers documenting celebrity style around the city.

Jade Thirlwall appeared on stage in a see-through crochet jumpsuit during a recent concert on her tour. The singer, known for her work with Little Mix, wore the outfit without a bra during the performance.

The look was seen during a show in Cologne, Germany. The chocolate-brown crochet jumpsuit featured lace detailing and semi-sheer panels, with a fitted design running from the body to the legs. Images from the concert later appeared on social media following the performance.

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The stage outfit focused on the crochet fabric and its close fit. The design allowed the texture of the material to remain visible while she performed on stage.

Thirlwall paired the jumpsuit with stage makeup that included pink and purple eyeshadow along with a burgundy lip colour. The makeup styling complemented the outfit during the concert performance.

The appearance comes during Thirlwall’s solo career following the hiatus of Little Mix. The group, formed during The X Factor in 2011, went on to release multiple albums and singles during more than a decade together before announcing a break from group activities.

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Since the hiatus, Thirlwall has begun releasing music under the name JADE. Her debut solo single, Angel of My Dreams, was released in 2024.

The Cologne concert formed part of her live performances as a solo artist. Photos from the show circulated online after the performance, showing the crochet jumpsuit as part of her tour wardrobe.

Lady Amelia Spencer appeared in a structured black mini dress that draws on 1980s power dressing, defined by pronounced shoulder construction and sharp tailoring.
The dress carries a high neckline and long fitted sleeves that run in a straight line from shoulder to wrist. The shoulders are squared and slightly widened, creating a sculpted upper frame that serves as the dominant structural element of the design.

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A narrow waist belt gathers the fabric gently at the midsection, sharpening the outline of the dress. The hem sits high on the thigh and includes a small side slit, allowing a modest shift in contour while maintaining the precise cut of the dress.
The styling was restrained, with sheer black tights and pointed black heels supporting the clean, tailored character of the dress.

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The dress reflects modern eveningwear that revisits 1980s tailoring language, particularly the use of angular shoulders and concise hemlines. The pronounced shoulder line forms the most striking structural anchor of the design, directing attention towards the sculpted shoulder line and overall tailoring of the dress.
With no contrasting detailing, the dress relies on tailoring alone. The pronounced shoulders and defined waist create a structured outline that feels confident and refined. The black finish keeps the eye on the tailoring, particularly the strong shoulders, shaped waist and abbreviated length.