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Lele Sadoughi Style Guide
SAPPHIRE MARCHESA NOTTE X LELE SADOUGHI EMBELLISHED MARLENE
The Sapphire Marchesa Notte x Lele Sadoughi Marlene is a slimmer take on the iconic knotted silhouette, reimagined in sapphire pebbled organza and hand-embellished with oval and round faceted hematite crystals. Inspired by Marlene Dietrich's turban glamour, it brings red-carpet sophistication to everything from slip dresses to blazers, balanced by an ultra-comfortable 1" custom-fit band so you actually want to wear it all day.
10 Ways to Wear It
- Style with a sapphire silk slip dress, oversized black wool blazer, and ankle boots for a Dietrich-inspired after-dark uniform.
- Pair with a crisp white poplin shirt, high-waisted tailored trousers, and pointed slingbacks for a polished work-to-cocktails moment.
- Layer over a black turtleneck with camel wide-leg trousers and gold chunky hoops for elevated cool-girl office polish.
- Wear with a beaded Marchesa Notte gown and chandelier earrings for black-tie drama — keep necklaces off so the headband reads.
- Pair with a white tee, high-rise vintage jeans, a vintage leather belt, and oversized square sunglasses for off-duty model off-duty energy.
- Layer with a navy cashmere crewneck, ivory column skirt, and pointed toe flats for a refined brunch look.
- Style with a chunky ivory cable sweater, leather leggings, and knee-high boots — the slim knot breaks up the volume on top.
- Pair with a tuxedo jacket, satin camisole, and sleek low bun with a single statement ear cuff — one big moment per zone.
- Wear with a black slip skirt, fitted ribbed tank, kitten-heel mules, and a single sculptural gold ring for dinner-date elegance.
- Style with a navy trench, ivory silk blouse, straight-leg denim, and red lipstick for daytime drama that still feels easy.
Occasions
- Cocktails at the gallery opening with the girls
- Sunday stroll to the modern art museum in the West Village
- Rooftop sunset drinks after work
- Dinner date at a candlelit Italian restaurant
- Black-tie Marchesa Notte gown moment for a charity gala
How to Style It With Your Hair
Hair DownWear hair in a sleek, side-parted blowout so the sapphire knot sits like a jewel just above the brow.
PonytailPull into a low, slicked ponytail at the nape to let the slim knot and crystal embellishment read clearly.
Half-UpTwist the front sections back and pin low for a soft half-up that keeps focus on the headband silhouette.
BunStyle in a low, sleek chignon with a center part so the crystal side shines uninterrupted.
Colors That Pair Well
- Sapphire
- Hematite crystal
- Black
- Ivory
- Navy
- Camel
- Silver
- Gold
Matching Lele Sadoughi Pieces
- CREAM TERRAZZO BAROQUE DOUBLE DROP EARRINGS
- CRYSTAL LOOP-DE-LOOP PAVE EARRINGS
- IVORY SOPHIA SILK SCARF CAP
- MOTHER OF PEARL SMALL CRYSTAL LILY EARRINGS
Styling Tips
- The slim knot makes this the easiest Marlene to layer with statement earrings — proportions are already balanced for you.
- Let the hematite crystals do the sparkling — skip a necklace so the headband remains the focal point.
- Store flat in the custom cloth pouch to protect the hand-set crystals and the pebbled organza from snagging.