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Michelle Monaghan just proved that suede is having a major moment. The Mission: Impossible actress turned heads at Vogue World in a custom brown suede ensemble that had fans declaring she’s “never looked better.” The 49-year-old star shared a playful video on Instagram, dancing to Chris Isaak‘s “Baby Did a Bad Bad Thing” while showing off her stunning Magda Butrym outfit. The custom look featured a halter-neck top with a low back and bubble hem, paired with matching low-rise belted pedal pusher pants and brown Christian Louboutin heels. “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” Monaghan captioned the post, channeling vintage glamour with her fashion-forward take on the classic fabric. Michelle Monaghan’s Custom Suede Look Breaks the Internet Fans couldn’t get enough of the Iowa native’s sophisticated style moment. Comments flooded in praising everything from the outfit to her seemingly ageless beauty. “Should be criminal to look this good,” one follower wrote, while another asked, “Are you aging backwards?” The consensus was clear: Monaghan is aging like fine wine. The actress’s styling team brought serious star power to the look. Celebrity stylist Karla Welch pulled together the custom Magda Butrym pieces, while Dennis Gots created Monaghan’s sleek hairstyle. Sarah Uslan handled both makeup and videography, and Tacori jewelry added the perfect finishing touches. “10-10-10,” one fan rated the entire ensemble, with fire emojis emphasizing the sentiment. Others called her a “goddess” and “absolutely gorgeous,” with many noting they hadn’t expected such a stunning fashion moment from the typically low-key actress. How Does Michelle Monaghan Stay Looking So Good? Born March 23, 1976, in Winthrop, Iowa, Monaghan started her career as a fashion model before transitioning to acting. She worked runways in Milan, Singapore, Tokyo and Hong Kong before making her television debut in 2000. The actress shot to fame in 2002 on the series Boston Public before landing major film roles. She starred opposite Robert Downey Jr. in Kiss Kiss Bang Bang and became a household name playing the female lead opposite Tom Cruise in Mission: Impossible III in 2006. Since then, Monaghan has maintained a successful career balancing blockbuster franchises with critically acclaimed independent films. She’s reprised her role in multiple Mission: Impossible sequels and continues taking on diverse projects that showcase her range. Her latest fashion moment proves she’s just as comfortable on the red carpet as she is on a runway. The suede ensemble struck the perfect balance between edgy and elegant, showing off her chic fashion sense. 🎬 SIGN UP for Parade’s Daily newsletter to get the latest pop culture news & celebrity interviews delivered right to your inbox 🎬 Fans particularly loved how Monaghan embraced the playful side of fashion, dancing and having fun rather than taking herself too seriously. “Never not slaying,” one commenter summed up perfectly.
