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Nicole Ari Parker brought a polished take on neutrals to “Good Morning America” on Thursday morning, stepping out in a structured look paired with sculptural heels. The actress, best known for her role as Lisa Todd Wexley on “And Just Like That,” arrived in Manhattan wearing a statement shirtdress and bold footwear that gave the classic color palette a twist.

Parker’s khaki-colored midi dress featured an oversized collar that fanned across the shoulders, anchoring a silhouette full of utilitarian details: capped sleeves held in place with button tabs, dual-flap chest pockets and a zipper that ran from the neckline to the belted waist. A silver-grommeted belt cinched the look, echoing the functional hardware and adding shape to the tailored cut.

NEW YORK, NY - JUNE 05: Nicole Ari Parker is seen at the

Nicole Ari Parker Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images

She carried the Diane L26 Heritage bag from Joseph Duclos in a deep Châtaigne brown leather, a structured accessory that complemented the dress’s earthy tone perfectly.

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For footwear, Parker added a sleek hit of shine with Gianvito Rossi’s Black Mamba 85 sandals. Crafted from brown metallic-effect leather, the Italian-made stilettos featured a round toe and a coiled upper inspired by a snake’s sinuous shape.

The heel measured 85mm — just over 3 inches — and the design was finished with a custom metallic buckle that mimics a serpent’s head. The subtle gleam of the sandals gave her neutral-toned look a hint of edge, without overpowering the minimalist color scheme.

A close-up look at Parker's Gianvito Rossi Black Mamba sandals.

A close-up look at Parker’s Gianvito Rossi Black Mamba sandals. Jose Perez/Bauer-Griffin/GC Images

It’s not the first time Parker has turned to Gianvito Rossi. Back in April, she attended the YoungArts New York Gala at the Met Museum in a sparkling black gown and paired the look with the brand’s Cara slingback pumps — a d’orsay silhouette with a pointed toe, curved vamp and 4.5-inch heel. That style featured Gianvito Rossi’s signature Ribbon buckle and added a dramatic lift to the evening look.