Padma Lakshmi looked sharp as she spoke at the Clinton Global Initiative 2023 in New York City on Tuesday. The initiative was established in 2005 to bring together public figures like Orlando Bloom, Dwayne Wade and Aolk Vaid-Menon to create and implement solutions to some of the world’s most pressing challenges including climate change, inclusive economic growth and health equity.
Laksmi joined Geeta Mehta, Louise Mabulo and Nona Yehia onstage to discuss food shortages and how that’s affecting children around the world.
The “Top Chef” host slipped into a pair of classic black booties. The heels featured a fitted silhouette finished with a pointed toe. The booties brought height to the look with a stiletto heel that was about 2 inches tall. This set is on brand for the author as her shoe collection is filled with classic and sophisticated styles.
Lakshmi paired the heels with a white collared blouse with a half button-down closure. She layered the top with a navy blue striped blazer. She added a pair of black high-waisted capri trousers, fastened by a black leather belt with silver hardware along the front.
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The actress accessorized the look with a silver-toned linked watch, a pair of diamond studs and two gold pendant necklaces, one featuring emerald and blue sapphire stones. Her dark brown was blown out, complimenting her minimal makeup that featured a glossy nude pink lip.
Former United States Secretary of State Hillary Clinton also graced the stage during the second day of the event. As she spoke with many public figures, she donned a pair of black kitten heels, which she paired with a lengthy magenta blazer.
Last month, Lakshmi revived a 2010s shoe trend as she stepped out in New York City with her daughter Krishna. She was spotted wearing black baggy cargo pants with a pair of wedge sneakers.
