Blake Lively Puts Sustainable Spin on Sheer Dressing in Vintage Paola Frani Dress With Ryan Reynolds in New York

Blake Lively brought the sheer trend to date night on Friday, stepping out with her husband Ryan Reynolds in New York. The couple was accompanied by Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce as the famous foursome enjoyed dinner in Manhattan’s trendy SoHo neighborhood.

Lively sported a full vintage look by Paola Frani, which included a maroon long-sleeved dress with crochet details and matching tights. She accessorized with matching lace-up Valentino boots and a tweed Chanel flap bag. The actress wore her blond tresses in waves, while her makeup consisted of tan eye shadow and rosy blush.

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Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively on Oct. 11 in New York, sheer trend, Paola Frani dress, Chanel bag, Valentino boots

Reynolds, meanwhile, wore a white shirt jacket featuring an embroidered collar with navy trousers and brown suede ankle boots.

Swift sported a lacy monogrammed Gucci corset top, adding on a leather RTA pleated miniskirt, a black Dior Saddle Bag and a camel double-breasted Ralph Lauren coat. The pop star completed her look with platform boots by Louis Vuitton, as well as her signature bold red lip.

Sheer styles continued to populate the runway during the spring 2025 season, with labels such as Tory Burch, Chloé and Alexander McQueen, among others, presenting barely there fabrics.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on Oct. 11 in New York, Gucci corset, Dior saddle bag, lingerie-inspired fashion
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce on Oct. 11 in New York.

In August, Lively attended the London premiere of her film “It Ends With Us” in a strapless gown from Tamara Ralph’s fall 2024 couture collection. Lively’s floral frock, which she paired with a red feathered overcoat, features crystalized mesh and appliqués. Her accessories included mesh Christian Louboutin pumps and a Judith Leiber rose clutch. Lorraine Schwartz jewelry, including earrings, bracelets and rings, completed her look.

Justin Baldoni directs and stars in the big screen adaptation of Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, which first hit shelves in 2016. Jenny Slate, Hasan Minhaj and Brandon Sklenar costar.

Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively on Oct. 11 in New York, sheer trend, Paola Frani dress, Chanel bag, Valentino boots, burgundy trend
Ryan Reynolds and Blake Lively on Oct. 11 in New York.

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