Wades know how to fashion. Last year, Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union proudly watched their daughter Zaya debut on the Miu Miu runway. But she was no stranger to the brand — her school-girl-inspired outfit at Paris Fashion Week had already turned heads the year before. Fast forward to this year, and Miu Miu was back with another dazzling event, this time hosted by supermodel Gigi Hadid. But noticeably missing from the scene was Zaya, leaving Dwyane and Gabrielle to soak up the spotlight alone.

After the event, Gabrielle took to Instagram to share their glamorous night out. Posting a series of photos and videos, she captioned it, “Why meet the mark when you set it? 💅🏾 @miumiu #MiuMiu #MiuMiuSelect.” Dwyane didn’t hold back either, sharing snippets from the evening on his Instagram Stories.

But Zaya’s absence didn’t go unnoticed. The 17-year-old, signed with Miu Miu, has been a fixture at the brand’s events for the past two years. While the reason behind her skipping this one remains a mystery, it’s not like she’s stepped out of the fashion spotlight.

Just two weeks ago, she joined Dwyane Wade at a Revolve event, where they both turned heads with their impeccable style. Zaya stunned in a black leather dress paired with a fur coat and knee-high boots, while Dwyane opted for a beige co-ord set that oozed cool confidence.

However, Zaya continues to rise, both in fashion and beyond. She’s worked with powerhouse brands like Marni, Tiffany & Co., and Puma, becoming a regular at high-profile events. But it’s not just about the glitz—Zaya uses her platform to champion transgender rights and inspire young LGBTQ+ individuals. It was a challenging journey, but the 17-year-old blazed through it well, with a whole lot of support from her parents.

Zaya’s runway debut leaves Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union in tears

Last year, Zaya Wade lit up Paris Fashion Week with her stunning runway debut for Miu Miu. The young model stole the show in an olive green dress paired with a matching jacket and a chic brown handbag. With every step she took, it showed Zaya was born for the spotlight.

Of course, Zaya didn’t take this moment alone. Sitting proudly in the front row were her biggest cheerleaders—Dwyane Wade and Gabrielle Union. Dressed in matching all-black outfits and sleek sunglasses, the power couple couldn’t contain their excitement.

Adding to the emotional atmosphere, stylist Thomas Christos Kikis captured the family’s pride from his front-row seat. “We cried,” he wrote in an Instagram Story, tagging the Wades and showing just how much this moment meant to everyone involved. He also posted a carousel of photos featuring Zaya backstage and owning the runway.

“Tears in my eyes as I watched @zayawade make her debut at @miumiu today,” Thomas shared in another heartfelt post. “Thank you @dwyanewade for your endless trust in my vision. And thank you @zayawade for showing me what it means to believe in yourself.” Dwyane’s response summed it all up perfectly: “You make it easy. Thank you for centering her wants and needs always.”