Hailey Bieber may be known for setting trends, but her latest off-duty look in New York City might just be one of her most unexpected style wins yet. Spotted strolling through SoHo, the Rhode founder proved that two of summer’s most polarising fashion pieces—capris and polka dots—can actually feel effortless, elevated, and ultra-cool when done right.
Hailey Bieber Just Made Polka Dot Capris Look Cool Again
Wearing a sleek black tank top, Bieber paired her minimalist base with a bold statement piece: black-and-white polka dot capri-length leggings from cult-favorite label Paloma Wool. The cropped silhouette, once considered a Y2K relic, is making its comeback this season—and leave it to Bieber to embrace it in her signature polished-meets-playful way.
She grounded the look with a pair of black square-toe kitten heel sandals, a trend that’s quietly dominating street style circles this summer thanks to its blend of comfort and sophistication. On her arm? A structured leather square bucket bag—a style that feels vintage yet modern—and, naturally, she topped things off with a pair of black oval sunglasses that channelled ’90s supermodel energy.
How to Recreate Hailey Bieber’s NYC Summer Look
Want to channel Hailey Bieber’s high-low fashion formula? The key lies in balancing statement prints with sleek, unfussy accessories. Below, GRAZIA USA rounds up everything you need to recreate the look.
Why This Look Works: A Study in Balance
What makes this It-girl outfit stand out isn’t just the individual pieces—it’s the way Bieber combines playful and classic elements. By anchoring the whimsical polka dot print with clean, minimalist black accessories, the look avoids veering too retro or costume-like. The cropped leggings highlight her legs without feeling overexposed, while the kitten heels add just the right amount of height.
This outfit is also a masterclass in transitional summer dressing: polished enough for a downtown lunch date, cool enough for a hot NYC day, and styled in a way that feels aspirational but totally attainable.
GRAZIA USA’s Take
Whether or not you thought you’d ever wear capris or a polka dot print again, Hailey Bieber might just convince you otherwise. With the right styling, even the most divisive trends can feel like a fashion reset. And in true Hailey Bieber fashion, she manages to make even the quirkiest pieces look *quietly* luxe.
This story first appeared on GRAZIA USA.
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