Kaia Gerber Recreates Cindy Crawford's 1993 Oscars Look in a Skintight White Bandage Dress
She made the polarizing dress style look so chic.
Even when she's headed to the gym in Nike sneakers with no makeup, the resemblance between model Kaia Gerber and her mother, supermodel Cindy Crawford, is striking at the very least. But when she's all dolled up for the red carpet—with her hair in Crawford's signature blow-out—it's truly uncanny.
This has been made apparent on many occasions (like last week, when Gerber wore her mom's signature LBD on the red carpet), but yesterday's premiere may be the most Crawford-like she's ever looked, blowout and all. On Sept. 12, Gerber stepped out for the premiere of Shell during the 2024 Toronto International Film Festival wearing a white-bright bandage dress that positively glowed.
She was outfitted by stylist Molly Dickson in Hervé Léger's most famous creation: the bandage dress. The skintight number was all the rage in the '90s and 2000s, having been worn by nearly every stylish celeb of the time—including her mom, Cindy Crawford.
The OG runway star wore an identical style—complete with bustier-inspired cups and an ankle-grazing hem—to the 1993 Academy Awards, walking the Oscars red carpet with then-husband Richard Gere.
Crawford wore her hair half-up, in ringlet curls, and merchandised with matching white pointed-toe pumps with criss-cross straps. Her jewelry was decidedly of-the-times: diamond drop earrings and a lariat necklace to match.
Nearly 31 years later, Gerber styled her look-alike gown the exact same way. She wore a modernized version of Crawford's pumps (a $887 patent leather pair from Jimmy Choo) and chose sleek platinum jewelry, as well. Even their makeup was similar—Gerber, too, swiped on burnt sienna lipstick and kept her eyeshadow neutral and sultry.
Looks like the hotly-contested bandage dress is officially back.
Stay In The Know
Get exclusive access to fashion and beauty trends, hot-off-the-press celebrity news, and more.
Kelsey (she/her) is a freelance fashion editor and writer, specializing in e-commerce and fashion news. With more than ten years of experience in digital media, Kelsey has a knack for turning top-performing content into top-selling content. At Marie Claire, she provides witty celeb style commentary, unpacking the style choices of stars like Zoë Kravitz, Dua Lipa, Selena Gomez, and her fashion superhero, Rihanna. When she’s not tracking the personal style of Hollywood’s elite, Kelsey also covers designer collabs and industry news.
Before taking her talents to Marie Claire, Kelsey was the Senior Fashion Editor at Bustle, where she oversaw the site’s fashion coverage and launched a successful luxury handbag series called Secure The Bag. Prior to Bustle, she came from a six-year stint at Seventeen, during which she managed the team’s fashion and beauty verticals and led e-commerce strategy. In her freelance era, Kelsey contributes to publications like InStyle, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, and more. She also offers consulting services and content creation, in addition to writing and editing. Follow @klstieg on Instagram for 'fit pics and travel recommendations.
-
Only Three Episodes of 'The Traitors' Season 3 Have Dropped, But the Traitors Are Already Headed for Betrayal
The producers truly chose chaos for this installment of Peacock's reality hit.
By Quinci LeGardye Published
-
This $4,900 Bag Is the Hero of Hailey Bieber's Mom Style
A case for the oversized staple.
By Kelsey Stiegman Published
-
Here's Where Textured Hair Education in America Stands in 2025
Meet the leaders behind the movement for more equitable hair care.
By Kayla Greaves Published
-
Bottega Veneta's $4,900 Hop Bag Is the Main Character of Hailey Bieber's Mom Style
A case for the oversized staple.
By Kelsey Stiegman Published
-
Mikey Madison's Accessory Game Is Unmatched, in Feathered Heels and a $22,800 Diamond Ring on 'Jimmy Fallon'
The breakout star paired feathered pumps and a $22,800 diamond ring.
By Kelsey Stiegman Published
-
Anne Hathaway Goes Full Audrey Hepburn in a Golden Midi Dress, $475 Christian Louboutin Pumps, and Bulgari Jewels
Ariana Grande isn't the only one making this reference.
By Kelsey Stiegman Published
-
The Adidas Sambas Sneaker Is Still Every A-Lister’s Favorite Shoe
It's such a timeless option.
By Julia Marzovilla Published
-
Hailey Bieber Tackles the Barn Jacket-Trench Coat Hybrid Trend for Dinner With Kendall Jenner
She combined winter's two biggest outerwear trends.
By Kelsey Stiegman Published
-
Ariana Grande Pairs a Backless Dress and Loewe's $7,400 Beaded Squeeze Bag for Date Night With Ethan Slater
Her version is coated in beads.
By Kelsey Stiegman Published
-
Hailey Bieber Brings Her Favorite Mom-Friendly Bag Trend Into the New Year, Styling a Duster Coat With a Massive Clutch
Designer bags 🤝 diaper bags
By Kelsey Stiegman Published
-
Selena Gomez Kicks Off Her Bridal Fashion Era With a $6,500 Wedding-Inspired Dress and "Love Affair" Pumps
She's all-in on the little white dress.
By Kelsey Stiegman Published