From Runway to Red Carpet: Kaia Gerber’s Bold Interpretation of Victoria Beckham’s ‘Office Siren’ Aesthetic
In a bold sartorial statement that simultaneously embraces and subverts corporate dress codes, model and actress Kaia Gerber delivered a master class in contemporary fashion dialectics at the Los Angeles premiere of Prime’s new series “Overcompensating” on May 14. The 23-year-old sensation arrived in a provocative interpretation of workwear that cleverly dismantled traditional notions of professional attire while maintaining an air of refined sophistication.
Gerber’s ensemble—lifted directly from Victoria Beckham’s fall 2025 runway collection—exemplified the designer’s knack for reimagining conventional silhouettes through a lens of controlled rebellion. The upper portion presented the familiar vocabulary of office attire: a meticulously tailored gray wool blazer layered over a subdued black button-down cardigan that whispered of boardroom propriety.
It was below the waist, however, where convention was gloriously abandoned. In lieu of the expected tailored trousers, Gerber opted for microscopic hot pants that served as both commentary and celebration of the female form. This deliberate sartorial tension—between corporate structure and liberated expression—was further accentuated by sheer black thigh-high stockings and glossy patent leather pumps, creating a vertical line that elongated her already statuesque frame.
Fashion cognoscenti will recognize this look as a faithful recreation of Beckham’s standout moment from her Womenswear Fall 2025 presentation during Paris Fashion Week last March. Gerber’s interpretation remained remarkably faithful to the runway version, with her only personal adjustment being the selection of pointed-toe heels in place of Beckham’s original square-toe glove style. The absence of accessories further demonstrated Gerber’s understanding of editorial restraint, allowing the architectural quality of the ensemble to command undivided attention.
Beauty-wise, Gerber embraced the current predilection for luminous naturalism. Her complexion radiated a dewy freshness, complemented by fluttering lashes and a delicate pink lip. Her signature brunette tresses fell in languid waves from a center part, framing impeccably groomed brows that have become something of a generational signifier.
The rising star, who appears in “Overcompensating” as college student Esther, was photographed alongside the show’s creator Benito Skinner and fellow cast member Owen Thiele. This premiere appearance comes amid Gerber’s continued evolution from runway phenomenon to respected actress, following her work in Hulu’s “Palm Royale.”
In a recent Vogue profile, Gerber acknowledged the stylistic inheritance she receives from her supermodel mother, Cindy Crawford. “The older I get, the more I go into your territory, which is classic,” she admitted, revealing the gravitational pull of her mother’s enduring aesthetic. This genetic fashion connection extends beyond clothing choices. “The nice thing about looking quite similar to a parent is if I want to know if a hair or makeup look will look good on me, I will look up pictures of my mom—because if it looks good on her, most of the time, I can pull it off as well.”
With this latest red carpet appearance, Gerber continues to establish herself as fashion’s most compelling second-generation talent—one who harmonizes reverence for sartorial tradition with an unmistakably contemporary sensibility. In embracing Beckham’s “office siren” vision, she represents a new paradigm of feminine power dressing that refuses to choose between professionalism and provocative self-expression.
