Valentina Paloma Pinault is a chip off the old block—and, it seems, the fashion block too. Salma Hayek’s 16-year-old daughter recently stepped out in a reimagined take on her mom’s go-to ’90s and early-aughts going-out uniform..
Hayek is known for her penchant for fitted frocks, particularly strapless or spaghetti-strap dresses in vibrant shades and body-skimming silhouettes. She’s worn so many variations throughout her career that the look has become synonymous with her personal style..
Valentina—whose father is Hayek’s husband, François-Henri Pinault—was spotted in Los Angeles on December 16 wearing an outfit that seemed to be inspired by her mom’s signature style. The teen sported a skintight, crystal-embellished mini-dress that featured a plunging V-neckline and spaghetti straps. The frock was designed by Nicolas Ghesquière, creative director of Louis Vuitton, and Valentina styled it with black platform heels and a diamond necklace..
While Hayek has worn a number of similar dresses over the years, she often pairs them with more classic accessories, like pointed-toe pumps. But Valentina’s Gen-Z style is all about the pops of color and bold statement pieces, which gives her mom’s tried-and-true going-out look a fresh, youthful vibe..
That’s not to say that Valentina is a carbon copy of her mom. While the two share similar features, Valentina has her very own sense of fashion—and she’s not afraid to experiment. She often mixes and matches different colors and prints, and she’s not afraid to show some skin. She’s also been known to rock a pair of sneakers with a dress, which is something Hayek has never been seen doing..
Even though they have their own unique styles, it’s clear that Valentina and Hayek are close. The two are often spotted together at events, and they frequently share photos of each other on social media. Valentina is also a budding model, and she’s already landed campaigns with brands like Miu Miu and Balenciaga..
Whether or not Valentina decides to follow in her mom’s footsteps and pursue a career in Hollywood, it’s clear that the teen is a force to be reckoned with. She’s got her own style, her own voice, and she’s not afraid to make a statement. We can’t wait to see what she does next..
