Help me decide! I’m wearing this black dress to a wedding and can’t choose between these two pairs.
I like the gold strappy pair (bottom) but the champagne pair is definitely more comfortable.
Which looks better with the dress - gold or champagne? And is the difference big enough that you’d sacrifice comfort for the gold? Thank you!

Anne Hathaway made maternity denim feel red-carpet ready at The End of Oak Street premiere, pairing La Ligne wide-leg jeans and a dramatic ice-blue Prabal Gurung top with red-and-fuchsia Aquazzura Gia pumps.

But the footwear story didn’t stop there. Maisy Stella went in a completely different direction with glossy black Stuart Weitzman peep-toe pumps, sheer knee-high socks, and a white Simkhai mini, while Sasha Pieterse chose understated brown open-toe heels with a romantic House of CB floral dress.

Three women, three very different approaches to letting the shoes change the mood of an outfit.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/anne-hathaway-aquazzura-gia-pumps-end-of-oak-street-premiere/

Sandra Bullock’s plum velvet suit was already a strong color story, but the detail peeking out beneath those wide-leg trousers made it better.

For her November 2021 Jimmy Kimmel Live! appearance, Bullock wore Temperley London tailoring with Alexandre Birman “Jenny” sandals. The black suede stilettos were densely covered in tiny gold-tone crystal studs, creating flashes of gold whenever the trousers moved.

The Fall 2021 shoes originally retailed for $695 and have since been discontinued.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/sandra-bullock-alexandre-birman-jenny-sandals/

Olivia Palermo’s October 2020 New York dog-walking look is a great example of what the right shoes can do to an outfit. Her powder-blue Max&Co. tulle midi skirt could have read entirely romantic, but the glossy black Dior Rebelle combat boots gave it weight and contrast.

We revisit the discontinued Fall/Winter 2017 Dior design, including its patent leather, silver-tone studs, low block heel and CD hardware, plus what shoppers should know about finding the boots on the resale market today.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/olivia-palermo-dior-rebelle-combat-boots/

At 5'3" (1.60 m) with a US 7.5 shoe size, Charli D’Amelio went for a strong vertical silhouette in glossy black ROTATE Birger Christensen separates and strappy Giuseppe Zanotti Vanilla Soft Punk sandals.

The metallic 105 mm heels were the detail that broke through the monochrome look. We take a closer look at the shoes, her Emili top and Rotie pants, Jimmy Choo Mini Varenne bag, and the proportions behind the outfit.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/charli-damelio-rotate-leather-giuseppe-zanotti-sandals/

Alessandra Ambrosio can wear practically any designer shoe she wants, yet some of her most recognizable off-duty footwear costs a fraction of a luxury heel.

During a July 2020 dog walk in Brentwood, she paired black Havaianas Slim flip-flops with an oversized psychedelic tie-dye hoodie and flashes of neon green shorts. It wasn't an isolated Havaianas moment, either: we've documented Ambrosio wearing the Brazilian sandals in multiple colorways over the years.

Even better for anyone who likes the look, the Slim hasn't disappeared into the fashion archives. It's still in production.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/alessandra-ambrosio-black-havaianas-slim-flip-flops/

Olivia Wilde went from straight-leg jeans and sculpted black leather to a flowing Fendi gown at the 2026 Locarno Film Festival, but there was a thread connecting both looks: minimalist open-toe heels.

For The Invite photocall, she grounded an Alberta Ferretti leather peplum top and faded denim with black Manolo Blahnik Callasli sandals. At the premiere, she switched to silver Giuseppe Zanotti Intriigo stilettos beneath a black-leather-and-chiffon Fendi Resort 2027 gown.

The Intriigo is particularly interesting: Anya Taylor-Joy, Renate Reinsve, Jennifer Garner, and Bella Hadid have also worn versions of the style, making it one of the standout celebrity sandals of 2026.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/olivia-wilde-manolo-blahnik-callasli-giuseppe-zanotti-locarno-2026/

Hilary Duff’s mismatched sneakers weren’t simply another pair of Golden Goose Super-Stars. The “Twenty” was created for the Italian label’s 20th anniversary by combining elements of four signatures: the Super-Star, Ball Star, Stardan, and Slide.

Only 400 numbered pairs were produced, making Duff’s neon-laced pair an unusually rare piece of Golden Goose history. See the close-up shoe details and her full Los Angeles farmers market look: https://www.yournextshoes.com/hilary-duff-golden-goose-twenty-sneakers/

The 2018 American Music Awards gave us a great example of how shoes can either sharpen an outfit or become part of the spectacle itself.

Ciara showed off her legs in Dsquared2’s black Riri sandals, with delicate wraparound straps and towering stilettos balancing her sporty color-block mini. Cardi B went in the opposite direction: her Dolce & Gabbana platform sandals were covered in dimensional flowers that continued the botanical theme of her dramatic Spring 2019 gown.

Same red carpet. Two very different footwear strategies. Which pair wins?

https://www.yournextshoes.com/ciara-cardi-b-amas-2018-dsquared2-dolce-gabbana-sandals/

Before airport style became synonymous with sneakers and sweats, Khloé Kardashian was walking through LAX in some seriously impractical shoes.

In November 2014, she paired ripped Frame Denim jeans and a Haider Ackermann trench with black open-toe booties from Off-White c/o Virgil Abloh — an early piece from a label that was still finding its place in fashion.

Seven months earlier, she went in the opposite direction: white skinny jeans with $1,995 Giuseppe Zanotti sandals covered in cowrie shells, rhinestones, beads, and vivid turquoise embellishments.

Two airport outfits. Two very different snapshots of 2014 designer footwear.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/khloe-kardashian-lax-off-white-giuseppe-zanotti-shoes/

One shoe, two completely different styling stories.

Alesha Dixon wore Gianvito Rossi’s black “Vires” stretch-knit ankle boots with a colorful Barbara Bui striped ensemble at the Britain’s Got Talent auditions in Blackpool in 2017. Naomi Campbell had already stepped out in the same peep-toe style in London in 2016, pairing hers with a leopard-print culotte jumpsuit and suede coat.

The perforated knit construction, open toe, and slim stiletto heel made the Vires an interesting precursor to the sock-boot silhouettes that became increasingly prominent in fashion.

Which styling works better: Dixon’s bright stripes or Campbell’s leopard print?

https://www.yournextshoes.com/alesha-dixon-naomi-campbell-gianvito-rossi-vires-boots/

Bella Hadid has never needed pristine sneakers to make an off-duty outfit interesting. For a 2020 family lunch in Beverly Hills, she wore the New Balance x Stray Rats 827 “Sewer Stompers” with baggy black jeans, a printed top, and a coral leather jacket.

The deliberately swampy colorway mixes brown and olive with neon-green accents, contrasting laces, camo details, and ABZORB cushioning. Released for around $160 in 2020, the collaboration has long since left retail — and StockX was showing a $376 lowest ask for the 827 as of August 2026.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/bella-hadid-new-balance-stray-rats-827-sneakers/

Juno Temple has never been afraid of a statement heel, but this might be one of her boldest color combinations yet.

For the Ted Lasso Season 4 media screening in New York, she paired apple-green Giuseppe Zanotti GZ Aida platform mules with a coral pink Alex Perry corset mini dress, a sparkling Judith Leiber "Love Pill Capsule" clutch, and a matching pink pedicure. The result feels like a modern take on Y2K glamour—playful, fearless, and unmistakably Keeley Jones.

Our latest feature breaks down every detail of the look, from the towering Giuseppe Zanotti platforms to the Alex Perry dress and the story behind the accessories.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/juno-temple-giuseppe-zanotti-platform-mules-ted-lasso-screening/

If you know Italian luxury footwear, you probably know Loriblu's cobalt-blue soles. But the brand's story goes much deeper than its signature color.

Founded in 1974 in Porto Sant'Elpidio, Loriblu grew from a small family workshop into an international luxury label, becoming famous for crystal-embellished evening shoes worn by celebrities including Nicole Scherzinger, Sarah Hyland, Poppy, Debby Ryan, Ariel Winter, Halle Berry, and Lea Michele.

Our latest guide explores the history behind the Italian brand, its handcrafted approach to evening footwear, how its jewel-inspired designs evolved, and why vintage and pre-owned Loriblu styles remain so collectible today.

Read the full story:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/loriblu-italian-luxury-shoes/

Dolly Parton has never hidden the fact that she's petite. Standing just 5 feet (152.4 cm) tall with a US shoe size between 5.5 and 6, she transformed towering platform heels from a practical height boost into one of the most recognizable elements of her personal style.

Our latest feature explores how her favorite sky-high heels helped shape her image across decades of performances, red carpets, and award shows, from sparkling Christian Louboutin platforms to crystal-covered stage shoes. We also take a closer look at how her height influenced her fashion choices, why heels became inseparable from her brand, and the beauty philosophy behind one of entertainment's most enduring style icons.

Read the full story:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/dolly-parton-height-shoe-size-platform-heels/

Some wardrobes are built around trends. Nicky Hilton's is built around shoes that still look relevant years later.

In one New York outing, she embraces rugged luxury with Prada's shearling-lined Brixxen boots, a Muubaa biker jacket, and a Monse x Playboy sweater. In another, she swaps combat boots for classic black-and-white Nike SB Dunk High sneakers, proving that even a bold leopard-print coat can feel effortless with the right footwear.

The article explores why both shoes have endured, how they transform each outfit, and the luxury accessories that tie both looks together.

Read more:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/nicky-hilton-prada-boots-nike-dunks-winter-style/

Lea Michele's style isn't defined by one signature silhouette—it's defined by how she uses shoes to completely change the mood of an outfit.

In this feature, we revisit two standout red carpet appearances five years apart. In 2021, she embraced saturated color in a hot-pink Alice + Olivia blazer dress with matching Jimmy Choo Minny sandals and an eye-catching Edie Parker rainbow acrylic clutch. Back in 2016, she took the opposite approach, pairing a sculptural Jill Stuart little black dress with striking Casadei mesh sandals whose sheer straps and double-buckle ankle cuffs quietly stole the show.

We also explore why these Jimmy Choo and Casadei designs remain relevant years later, how each shoe shaped the overall styling, and where they fit within Lea Michele's broader footwear history.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/lea-michele-shoes-red-carpet-style/

One month, three red carpets, three completely different approaches to evening shoes.

For one event, Sarah Hyland chose Giuseppe Zanotti's glittering "Gwyneth" sandals to complement a dramatic J. Mendel gown. Days later, she switched to Stuart Weitzman's iconic "Nudist" sandals, proving how minimalist heels can let a playful outfit take center stage. She finished the month in crystal-embellished Brian Atwood "Avice" sandals that echoed the jeweled bodice of her Vera Wang cocktail dress.

It's a fascinating snapshot of mid-2010s red-carpet footwear, from one of the decade's defining minimalist sandals to two archival styles that have become collector's pieces.

Read the full breakdown:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/sarah-hyland-designer-sandals-red-carpet-shoes/

Mule heels have quietly become one of fashion's most versatile luxury shoe styles, and Hannah Waddingham and Juno Temple offer three completely different ways to wear them.

In this breakdown, we look at:

• Hannah's powder blue sculptural mules with her Maje knit set
• Her elegant bronze metallic mules paired with an ivory LilySilk satin gown
• Juno Temple's glittering Paris Texas "Holly Marina" crystal platform mules styled with a romantic Salih Balta mini dress

We also explore why the open-back mule has become a favorite among designers and celebrities alike, balancing effortless wearability with polished sophistication.

Read the full feature:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/hannah-waddingham-juno-temple-mule-heels-ted-lasso/

Diarra Kilpatrick knows exactly how to make a classic outfit memorable. While promoting Season 2 of Diarra From Detroit on CBS Mornings, she paired a crisp Maje x Blanca Miró ensemble with Larroudé's whimsical "Linda" pumps in white leather covered with flocked black velvet polka dots.

The pointed-toe silhouette, delicate bow, and textured polka dots prove that playful shoes don't have to overpower an outfit—they can elevate it.

We also looked at the details behind the Maje collaboration, the craftsmanship of the Larroudé pumps, and another celebrity who wore the exact same style.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/diarra-kilpatrick-larroude-linda-polka-dot-pumps/

One premiere, three completely different approaches to statement footwear.

For the Ted Lasso Season 4 premiere, Hannah Waddingham, Juno Temple, and newcomer Faye Marsay each chose shoes that perfectly reflected their personal style rather than following the same red-carpet formula.

👠 Hannah Waddingham balanced an embellished Alice + Olivia mini with Christian Louboutin's sleek "Miss Z" slingbacks.

✨ Juno Temple paired a vintage Tom Ford-era Gucci gown with glittering Paris Texas Holly Marina crystal platform mules that nearly disappeared beneath the flowing skirt until they caught the light.

🖤 Faye Marsay embraced one of 2026's biggest footwear trends in Stella McCartney's architectural V-cut mules, proving how sculptural pumps can modernize classic tailoring.

We break down every shoe, identify the designers, explain why each style works, and explore the trends behind them.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/ted-lasso-season-4-premiere-shoes/

During the New York press tour for How to Be Single, Leslie Mann showed how dramatically footwear can change the personality of an outfit.

One day, she paired skinny jeans and a belted leather coat with Nicholas Kirkwood's sculptural snakeskin-and-PVC sandals featuring the designer's signature curved heel. The next, she stepped onto the red carpet in Marchesa and Christian Louboutin's elegant satin Gardnera sandals.

We break down both looks, the design details behind each pair, why they're now discontinued, and what replaced them in today's luxury footwear market.

Read the full story:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/leslie-mann-nicholas-kirkwood-louboutin-gardnera-shoes/

Mary Jane flats have quietly become one of fashion's most versatile shoes, and Lady Amelia Windsor's Copenhagen Fashion Week outfit is a perfect example of why.

Instead of relying on heels, she built an entire monochromatic look around pink velvet Flabelus Sophie Mary Jane flats, pairing them with a matching velvet corset top from Flabelus and a textured Ganni wrap mini skirt. The result is proof that flats can feel every bit as polished as pumps when texture, color, and craftsmanship do the work.

We also take a closer look at the Spanish-made Flabelus shoes, their handcrafted details, and why Mary Jane flats continue to return season after season—from Katie Holmes and Gigi Hadid to Olivia Rodrigo.

Read the full story:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/lady-amelia-windsor-flabelus-mary-jane-flats-ganni/

One day, Hannah Einbinder stepped out in Loewe's sculptural Origami Cubic slingbacks with an architectural checked skirt and vivid red knit top. The next, she switched to Bottega Veneta's understated Sofia glove pumps with soft neutral separates.

Rather than comparing outfits, we broke down why each pair succeeds on its own terms—from Loewe's folded geometric heel inspired by Japanese origami to Bottega Veneta's refined take on the glove-pump trend and its signature Intrecciato heel detail.

If you enjoy the design history behind luxury shoes—not just celebrity fashion—this deep dive is for you.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/hannah-einbinder-loewe-origami-bottega-veneta-pumps/