Kaia Gerber In A Slip Dress And White Scarf “In Reverse”

Often it’s the details that make the difference, and Kaia Gerber with the black slip dress by Toteme and the white scarf worn “backwards” is proof of this. Kaia Gerber in a slip dress and white scarf, the minimalist ’90s outfit perfect for summer evenings

Kaia Gerber once again demonstrates how ’90s fashion continues to influence the contemporary wardrobe—and how references to style icons like Carolyn Bessette remain incredibly relevant. The look she sported in New York just a few days ago starts with a black silk satin slip dress by Toteme, featuring spaghetti straps and a soft silhouette that hugs the body without constricting it, along with delicate tulle trims that add movement without breaking the clean lines. The shoulders remain completely bare, further enhanced by the semi-updo with two side bangs framing the face: a balance of simplicity that reminds us why minimalism remains so relevant, season after season.

What makes the difference, however, is the styling choice: the white scarf isn’t knotted or draped over the shoulders. Kaia lets it fall backwards, with the two ends trailing down her back and moving with every step. It’s a simple gesture, but it completely changes the perception of the dress, almost becoming an extension of it, amplified by the stark contrast between black and white. And perhaps this is precisely the styling trick to copy for summer evenings: besides being useful when the wind picks up during an al fresco dinner or a Greek island getaway, it adds movement to a look that remains essential from start to finish.

For the rest, Kaia eliminates all that is superfluous. No necklaces, no earrings, no rings. On her feet, a pair of black Sofia mules by Gianvito Rossi—the elegant shoe that knows no season, and that works equally well under winter pants as it does with a long, flowing summer dress. The only accessories are a pair of black, square-cut sunglasses with slightly transparent lenses that reveal the gaze.

It’s a look that’s undeniably reminiscent of Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy, but without seeming like a copycat. Rather, it’s confirmation that ’90s minimalism continues to evolve: today, it’s not about accumulating iconic pieces, but about a styling detail capable of transforming even the simplest of black dresses.