What happens when fashion meets tradition? Kaia Gerber’s red carpet moment at the Toronto International Film Festival was iconic. This was not just any runway-ready outfit; it was a loving homage to her supermodel mom, Cindy Crawford. She recreated her 1993 Herve leger bodycon dress. Gerber’s style is a spitting-image of her mother in more than one way.

Gerber’s dress of September 12 was more than a dress. She embodied a time. The white Herve Leger dress with its balconette and sweetheart neckline is a mirror of the one Crawford wore at the 1993 Academy Awards. Gerber complemented the look with pointed white pumps and jewelry from Crawford’s archives. Even her hair was curled in voluminous supermodel-style waves, echoing Crawford’s style.

It’s not the first time Gerber has channeled the ’90s silhouettes of her mother, but this was a special occasion. Molly Dickson told Vogue that Kaia had sent her a moodboard for TIFF, and this was a reference. The decision to pay homage to Cindy’s iconic moment, was a heartfelt and deliberate choice. It shows that fashion isn’t just about trends but also about the stories we tell.

In a world that tries to dictate style with fast fashion, Gerber’s tribute comes as a breath fresh air. It’s a great reminder that true style is timeless and that the best looks tell a tale. While we wait for Gerber’s red carpet appearances, it’s clear that she will continue to turn heads while making statements that honor her heritage and forge her own path.

“Kaia’s Herve Leger moment is more than a fashion statement. It was a love note to the supermodel that paved the way.