Ashley Graham Stuns in Sultry Cut-Out Gown at Fashion Trust U.S. Awards
Ashley Graham was the center of attention on the red carpet at the prestigious Fashion Trust U.S. Awards in Los Angeles this week. The 36-year-old supermodel stunned in a daring black gown that hugged her famous curves in all the right places.
Her vintage Balmain design had a single shoulder strap with a hoop embellishment, a wrap skirt with the same hardware, and a thigh-high slit that showed her strappy sandals. Two circular cut-outs – one at the shoulder and another at the waistline – added an edgy yet elegant touch and were lined with a glamorous gold material.
The body-confident beauty accessorized the show-stopping look with a pair of skyscraper stiletto heels in classic black. The strappy sandals crisscrossed over her feet in an asymmetrical design, elongating her already statuesque frame.
Graham has been a long-time fan of the towering black stiletto, frequently rocking variations of the sexy shoe on recent red carpets. At the Vanity Fair Oscar Party just last month, she opted for another pair of strappy noir stilettos. And at Paris Fashion Week in late February, she turned heads in black heels with unique gold ankle cuffs at the Isabel Marant show.
The runway icon is no stranger to making bold fashion statements. Her formfitting leather look from the Alberta Ferretti Milan show was simple but fierce, allowing her slip-on stilettos with a thick toe strap to grab their fair share of the spotlight.
While her fashion sense is always on point, Graham’s latest appearance was about more than just stunning style. The Fashion Trust U.S. is a nonprofit supporting up-and-coming designers, helping to nurture their talent and grow their brands globally. As a major force in the industry, Graham’s presence lent gravity to the important initiative.
The mother of three looked confident and radiant as she worked the red carpet alongside industry heavyweights like Kelly Rowland, Paris Hilton, and Scout and Tallulah Willis. Graham has been open about the life-threatening complications from her last pregnancy, recently revealing that husband Justin Ervin had a vasectomy due to the risks of another pregnancy.
But the challenges of motherhood haven’t slowed Graham’s career momentum. From straight-sized runways to beauty campaigns, the trailblazer continues to expand representation and defy convention. Her latest red carpet look is just further proof that Graham’s signature confidence and style reign supreme.
