Tate McRae Debuts Archival Gold Chanel Slingbacks at Skylrk World Cup Party

Tate McRae Debuts Gold Chanel Slingbacks at Skylrk World Cup After-Party

From SoFi Stadium to The Twenty Two: A Tale of Two Wardrobes

Adidas Ambassador Look at the SoFi Stadium Spain-Belgium Match

At the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinal between Spain and Belgium at SoFi Stadium, the singer leaned heavily into her role as an Adidas ambassador. She opted for a cropped black track jacket paired with white trousers, a look specifically curated to honor the athletic setting of the pitch rather than treating the moment like a standard photo call.

The ensemble was designed for utility and sport-focused visibility. The jacket’s three white stripes running down each sleeve mirrored the structure of her trousers, while the cropped waist avoided the heaviness often associated with track gear. A narrow section of midriff separated the black and white blocks. The white trousers introduced everyday structure through the metal button, belt loops, rivets, and curved front pockets. By contrast, her appearance at the Skylrk World Cup after-party at The Twenty Two New York saw a complete stylistic reversal. Leaving behind the sportswear, McRae embraced a high-fashion silhouette that prioritized embellishment over athleticism.

Chanel Cruise 2021: The Return of the Metallic Slingback

Virginie Viard’s Balade en Méditerranée Collection Choices

At the New York event, McRae wore metallic gold Chanel slingback sandals featuring interlocking CC logos and camellia appliqués. These shoes were originally part of the house’s cruise 2021 collection, titled Balade en Méditerranée. The collection, which was presented digitally in June 2020 after the pandemic forced the house to cancel its planned Capri show, was the work of Virginie Viard. The metallic gold pair had an open toe and a cagelike upper made from slim leather bands, finished with slim stilettos.

Viard’s philosophy for the collection emphasized longevity and the power of archival pieces. If you have something you like from Chanel, it always works. You don’t need to always buy something new, Viard said of the collection, which she described as charming, sexy, easy and refined. McRae’s choice to wear the six-year-old design aligns with this ethos of repeat wear, effectively ending a streak of minimal, barely-there footwear choices that defined her earlier appearances.

Styling the Contrast: Saint Laurent and Adidas

Her New York look relied on a semi-sheer, black laced slipdress from Saint Laurent, featuring adjustable spaghetti straps, scalloped lace around the V neckline, and a matching lace edge at the hem. She accented the look with Valentino’s black leather DeVain shoulder bag, marked by a gold VLogo, and added a Panthère de Cartier watch with slim gold bracelets.

This contrasts sharply with the bold vibes noted during her other 2026 FIFA World Cup appearances. The You Broke Me First hitmaker wore a black crop top and layered it with a matching Adidas jacket. She left the jacket open, revealing the top underneath and adding a daring touch to the look. While the New York look utilized luxury textures like silk jersey and lace, the stadium look was anchored by the visual hierarchy of the multicolored match ball, which stood out against her strict black-and-white athletic attire. Her long, softly waved hair brought a finished note to the practical stadium outfit, contrasting with the decorative, floral-clustered Chanel sandals worn at the after-party.

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McRae’s Shift From Jacquemus and Alaïa Minimalist Sandals

Before the Chanel appearance, McRae’s footwear had been consistently minimal:

• Jacquemus Les Doubles sandals: Worn on July 18 at a Raising Cane’s party at Zero Bond.
• Gianvito Rossi Manhattan sandals: Featured in an Instagram post at the beginning of the month.
• Alaïa Infradito thong sandals: Worn at the Knicks-Spurs game on June 10.

Across these previous looks, McRae favored only a few narrow straps or a toe post, keeping the foot largely exposed. The Chanel slingbacks represented a decorative outlier on Sunday. While she stayed with an open toe, slingback, and metallic finish, Chanel packed the upper with layered bands and flower clusters. The contrast was visible at the party, too: Hailey Bieber paired a vintage red Dior slip dress with black thong kitten heels, while McRae committed to her all-black ensemble.

Sources: WWD, realitytea.com.