On Monday night, Dior was in the Empire State of Mind as it held its Fall 2024 Ready-to-Wear show at the Brooklyn Museum. Ahead of the major New York moment for the Maison, Haute Living went behind the scenes with style icon Paola Alberdi — who has amassed over one million followers on her social platforms — to see how she decided what to wear, her must-do glam prep, and find out some of her favorite looks that walked the runway.
HAUTE LIVING: How do you get ready for the show? Any glam routines?
PAOLA ALBERDI: I love doing an ice plunge—but just my face! I swear it’s the easiest hack, especially when you’re staying at hotels. Ask for a bucket of ice, pour water in it (hold your breath), and dunk your face in it! It tightens pores and reduces any swelling you might have from traveling or whatnot.
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HL: How did you decide what to wear and what you want for your look vibe?
PA: It’s spring, which means romantic and sheer are trending. When I saw this outfit on the runway I instantly fell in love with it and knew I wanted to wear it! I went for a very sleek bun, and minimal make-up to ensure the gown remained the centerpiece.
HL: What are some essentials you always take to the show?
PA: Lipgloss, mints, my ID, a portable charger, a safety pin or two, and a little vial of perfume.
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HL: What are your favorite Dior accessories?
PA: Their earrings! I’ve been wearing Dior earrings for many years and they have always been one of my favorite go-to’s. I love their collection that highlights pearls and charms and I feel so lucky to have been able to wear a piece from that collection for this show.
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HL: What were your favorite looks from the show?
PA: I loved the tailored beige trenchcoat over the black suit, I also loved the belted black jacket that was paired with shorts and styled with a black tie and espadrilles, and finally the black and white trench that featured the city’s skyline and its most iconic monuments. But (really) I loved it all! The collection had such a significant understanding of and feel for New York and I admired how Maria Grazia drew so much inspiration from the New York landscape for her pieces.
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HL: Favorite New York hotel and restaurant?
PA: Don Angie for food – and I just stayed at The Mark and loved it.
