Gigi Hadid Launches Havaianas Capsule Collection, Debuts Creative Director Role at New York Event

Supermodel Gigi Hadid has launched a new flip-flop collection in collaboration with Brazilian footwear brand Havaianas, for which she serves as the global ambassador and creative director. The Gigi Hadid x Havaianas capsule collection features vintage-inspired designs infused with sunset hues and a retro California aesthetic, including styles like the Slim Square flip-flops. The collection, initially available in Europe and Brazil and soon in the U.S. and Asia, was celebrated at a launch party in New York City's Altro Paradiso, which embraced a Brazilian beach theme. Hadid, who paired her sandals with a Marc Jacobs mini dress at the event, expressed excitement about promoting a brand that has been a summer staple throughout her life and is experiencing a fashionable resurgence. The collaboration reflects Havaianas' evolution from a humble Brazilian beach shoe to a global fashion icon, with previous partnerships involving luxury designers and celebrities. Alongside this project, Hadid continues to manage her own cashmere brand, Guest in Residence.