Just call him the shoe chef.

“This is my kitchen and I like to play with different ingredients,” said Giuseppe Zanotti, during an interview in his stylish Via Montenapoleone showroom during Milan Fashion Week.

As the designer marks 30 years of his namesake label, he is looking back with a special capsule collection focusing on the iconic Ring sandal, a key style from the beginning. The look is reinterpreted in a classic flat and new block heel.

For spring ’25, the designer also explored his love of jewelry shoes, using an oversized gold nugget to decorate pumps and sandals. The ornamentation helps modernize the classic pump, according to the designer. “I like to create a fusion between shoes and accessories,” Zanotti said. “The gold nuggets with the open toe and block heel, for me it’s my ideal pump.”

Zanotti also showed off a sexy sandal, defined by its geometric lines and ’80’s aesthetic. “I love to do shoes that are seasonless and fashionless,” he said.

Elsewhere in the spring ’25 collection, details define the assortment — from delicate metal flowers to glittering crystals to gold dome plates. The signature pointed-toe Intriigo silhouette is updated with hand-woven leather knots, while ballerinas go from day to night.

As he cooks up his next collection, Zanotti is expanding his retail presence with a new space at Milan’s Rinascente department store.

This fall, the designer has also gotten a boost from none other than Taylor Swift, who wore his over-the-knee boots to two Kansas City Chiefs games in September. Zanotti said he’s proud to have worked with the songstress since the beginning of her career, but seeing her step out in his shoes time and again next gets old.

“She goes everywhere in these boots,” he said. “I’m so happy!”

For spring 2013, Giuseppe Zanotti introduced one of his most–recognizable shoes to date: The Cruel, a gold leaf sandal inspired by baroque motifs. But Kanye West and Virgil Abloh’s influence took it to the next level.

“About 12 years ago, Kanye West saw this shoe and asked me to create an all-white version to coincide with the launch of his ‘Cruel Summer’ album. I realized then the shoe was a moment,” Giuseppe Zanotti explained. “He [and Virgil Abloh] also visited our showroom in Milan, which is located within a historical palace. Virgil took a picture of the Medusa and leaf motif across the showroom fireplace and they then used that for the cover of the album. At that time, we fused their vision with mine and we were able to create something that is vibrant and still resonates.”

Due to its success, the style was presented season after season in new colors and materials after its initial release. Most recently, it was seen on Nicole Ari Parker on the set of “And Just Like That” season one, in white patent with a rainbow paint platter effect.

Other celebrity fans of the Cruel sandal through the years have included Kim Kardashian, Cardi B, Julia Fox, Khloe Kardashian and more.

On what makes an iconic shoe? Zanotti explained that an icon, in whichever form, is something that stands the test of time without losing its relevance.

“It lives in a different dimension, it does not age. It’s the same philosophy as cars, for instance. The Ferrari 250 GTO Daytona is iconic, it’s still modern and beautiful today after more than 60 years,” he said. “When you create something that makes you shiver for its beauty, well, then you know you are in the right direction.”

Latto took the stage at Hot 107.9 Birthday Bash 2024 held on Saturday in Atlanta. The rapper was joined on stage by fellow performer Usher and performed alongside acts like Summer Walker, Flo Milli, 21 Savage, Rob49 and Boosie Badazz, among others.

For her performance, the “Sunday Service” rapper donned a pair of Giuseppe Zanotti booties. The designer footwear featured textural fur uppers that transitioned into brown suede pointed toes fitted with gold metal plating that offered the silhouette a high-shine finish. The footwear acted as the star of Latto’s look, contrasting the rather plain denim set she wore along with them.

The set was completed with 2 to 3-inch heels, offering the performer a subtle boost while on stage, making her look larger than life. Latto’s footwear is currently not available for purchase on Giuseppe Zanotti’s store, likely because it is an older model. The cozy booties can be purchased through third-party websites like eBay and Poshmark.

Although this style isn’t in circulation any longer, the designer brand has a similar style called Xylia that is readily available in a variety of colorways. Similar styles like Latto’s can be found from brands like MSGM, JW Pei, Vivienne Westwood, Marni, Acne Studios, Dolls Kill and Revolve in a variety of unique colors and silhouettes.

Along with her furry footwear, Latto wore a two-piece denim set comprised of a cropped jacket and high-waisted micro shorts. Jazzing up her look, the “He Say She Say” rapper wore a variety of gold jewelry that gave her look a dazzling touch.

Latto’s shoe style is sleek and subversive. The “Muwop” singer often wears neutral and colorful heeled sandals on the red carpet from brands including Giuseppe Zanotti and Gianvito Rossi. Off-duty, she can also be seen in towering Jennifer Le platform wedges, punky Vetements boots and chunky Chanel sneakers, as well.

Tina Knowles stood a little taller while out and about in New York City. Mother of music stars Beyonce and Solange, Knowles was spotted on Monday wearing a pair of black platform heels.

Knowles wore the shoes on the “Today” show with Hoda Kotb and Jenna Bush Hager to talk about the launch of Cecred and her family’s history.

Knowles is certainly no stranger to platform heels. A cofounder of Beyonce’s now-defunct House of Dereon as well as the recently launched Cecred, Knowles has been spotted in the style multiple times. For the premiere of the “Renaissance” movie, she wore a pair of bejeweled platforms. Prior to that, she wore a peep-toe pair to the 2022 iteration of the Wearable Art Gala she founded.

About the shoe

Knowles opted for a sturdy Giuseppe Zanotti platform heel. The shoe, dubbed the Betty, featured a peep-toe hole big enough that only a few toes were visible. It was also made of slick, black patent leather.

The heel of the shoe is a block heel. With the chunky platform, the shoe adds 5 inches in height. The heel breast of the style is black, like the shoe’s upper, while the sole is tan. Though the top of the shoe is not visible when Lawson walks, it features a strap that wraps around the back of the foot before fastening at the ankle.

The Made in Italy shoes are currently available for $995.

About the Brand

Giuseppe Zanotti shoes are a red carpet staple. Celebrities like Jennifer Lopez and Beyonce are often spotted in the styles. The Italian luxury shoe brand spans a variety of styles including sneakers, boots, sandals, pumps, and more. Earlier this month the company announced a limited-edition collaboration with the Queen of Hip Hop Soul, Mary J Blige. The partnership was an over-the-knee rose gold boot. The shoe sold out within 24 hours.

Mary J. Blige is the Queen of Hip-Hop Soul — and the queen of boots, too.

The songstress revealed her new collaboration with Giuseppe Zanotti on stage at her “Strength of a Woman’ festival Saturday night at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y. The limited-edition ‘Giuseppe for Mary J. Blige’ boot — an over-the-knee style with a block heel — makes a high-shine statement in mirrored rose gold.

“My fans and my community know that part of my style is these statement boots – I’ve worn them during so many big moments of my career, it just made sense. It could never be anything else,” the songstress said, about her obsession with the silhouette. “My fans have been waiting for a boot from me for a long time, so I knew when I did it, it had to be right. From start to finish, Giuseppe just understood what I wanted and helped make this idea a reality.“

The $1,295 ‘Mary’ boot will be available for purchase beginning May 11 at giuseppezanotti.com and in the Giuseppe Zanotti boutique in Atlanta.

Since the ’90s, the singer has included thigh-high boots in red carpet looks, and as part of her core stage style.

“Boots have always made me feel strong,” Blige said. “They have helped me feel confident in moments when I have been anything but. There is something about putting on a statement boot that makes you feel strong and ready to take on your day.”

And one of her go-to shoe names has been Giuseppe Zanotti— she even cited the designer in her 2006 hit single, “Enough Cryin.”

“I admire so much about Giuseppe. His skill and creativity is out of this world,” Blige said. “So when we started talking about a potential collaboration, it just felt right. I’m such a fan of his and everything he creates.”

Zanotti created sleekly folded, voluminous thigh-high boots for Blige’s performance during the festival. While the pair was working on those looks, they decided to create the limited-edition look, which is inspired by Blige’s own style.

“She is fierce, and she has a strong personality and unique sense of style,” Zanotti said. “When I create something for Mary, especially for the music-related appearances, I focus on what she is doing, what she is saying with her music, and I try to create something that can align with the creative mood to enhance it.”

One thing is crystal clear when it comes to Jennifer Hudson’s shoe style — she likes to have fun with it. On and off the red carpet, Hudson has consistently showcased a love of flamboyant footwear. Since skyrocketing to fame as a fan-favorite on the third season of “American Idol” in 2004, the singer and Academy Award-winning actress has never been one to shy away from making a shoe statement. She’s been known to gravitate towards attention-grabbing colors, embellishments and massive platforms.

The multihyphenate — who will receive the Excellence in Media Award at the 2024 GLAAD Media Awards on Saturday in New York — favors premium luxury brands like Aquazzura, Christian Louboutin, Saint Laurent and Le Silla. Whether she’s hitting a premiere or awards show or simply pounding the pavement, you can expect Hudson to turn up in shoes that call for a second glance.

Ahead, scroll through to discover some of Jennifer Hudson’s boldest shoe moments over the years.

Jennifer Hudson, 2024

Hudson went for a high-shine style at the 2024 iHeartRadio Music Awards. The stiletto pumps featured a V-shaped topline, a sleek pointed toe and an ankle-strap fastening.

Jennifer Hudson, 2023

Hudson kept her flashy silver metallic look streamlined again when she slipped into Aquazzura’s Crystal Tequila embellished slingback pumps for Clive Davis’ pre-Grammy Gala in 2023.

Jennifer Hudson, 2022

When she threw out the pitch at a Kansas City Royals game in 2022, the “Dreamgirls” star hit the field in bold black-and-white striped Maison Margiela x Reebok Tabi Instapump Fury platform boots.

Jennifer Hudson, 2021

For an appearance on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” in 2021, Hudson showcased a glamorous ensemble complete with Le Silla’s Gilda crystal-embellished fishnet ankle sock booties featuring a soaring stiletto heel.

Jennifer Hudson, 2018

Attending a Women’s Cancer Research Fund event in 2018, the “Respect” star stepped into strappy black Saint Laurent Era sandals boasting a sparkly caged toe detail.

Jennifer Hudson, 2017

Hudson wore a pair of colorful snake-print platform pumps that laced up the front to a “Hairspray Live!” show in 2017. A timeless peep-toe and an ultra-high stiletto heel finished off the loud Christian Louboutin style.

Jennifer Hudson, 2015

The singer and actress styled a striking evening gown with silver metallic sandals featuring an intricate cut-out design for a night out in NYC in 2015. She wore BCBG Max Azria Maven peep-toe stiletto heels.

Jennifer Hudson, 2014

The “Sex and the City” actress wore pointy black leather platform ankle boots featuring an open vamp and buckled ankle strap for her performance during the Concert for Valour in Washington, D.C. in 2014.

Jennifer Hudson, 2013

Hudson hit the red carpet for a 2013 premiere sporting colorful python-print Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps finished with a classic pointed toe.

Jennifer Hudson, 2012

Hudson towered blue suede ankle-strap pumps set on a chunky platform at the “Think Like a Man” premiere in 2012. The Giuseppe Zanotti peep-toe stilettos were topped off with a playful bow detail on the toe strap.

Jennifer Hudson, 2011

The multihyphenate talent wore black sky-high Christian Louboutin Daffodile platform pumps covered in glitzy crystals to the 2011 American Music Awards.

Keke Palmer has a taste for bold shoes, so it wasn’t easy to narrow down her most memorable shoe moments. The multi-hyphenate star is always stepping out statement-making styles featuring towering heels, loud hues and whimsical embellishments. Suffice it to say, when Palmer makes a public appearance, you can bet her shoes will be anything but subtle.

Ahead, discover some of the flamboyant footwear Keke Palmer has showcased over the years.

Cherry Red Peep-Toe Pumps

Attending a 2024 Grammys after-party in Los Angeles, the “Alice” star donned red Jimmy Choo platform pumps featuring a peep toe, a shimmery satin finish and an ankle-strap fastening.

Floral Boots

At the 2022 CFDA Fashion Awards in New York City, Palmer showed off a pair of pointy thigh-high boots boasting the same blue and green floral print as her Carolina Herrera gown.

Gold Metallic Platforms

The singer turned heads at the 2019 MTV VMA Awards in gold metallic Giuseppe Zanotti pumps set on a thick platform and block heels.

Sparkly Denim Thigh-Highs

For a book signing in 2017, the actress slipped into a white off-the-shoulder shirt dress that put her denim boots encrusted with silver sequins and crystals on display.

Faux Fur Sandals

Keke Palmer sported chocolate brown faux fur sandals with a black jumpsuit at the 2016 MusiCares Person of the Year honoring Lionel Richie.

Below, scroll through the gallery to check out more of Keke Palmer’s best fashion looks to date.

Keke Palmer’s Best Looks Through the Years

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For 30 years, the Giuseppe Zanotti name has been synonymous with high-fashion stilettos and sandals that blend classic Italian craftsmanship with sculptural silhouettes and luxe embellishments.

Since his very first collection, released in 1994, the visionary Zanotti has continued to innovate and create one iconic shoe after another, from 2008’s architectural “Bloc” sandal to 2012’s “Tattoo” bootie, which was featured in the music video for Beyoncé’s “Mirrors.” His eponymous brand has evolved to include a sneaker collection, men’s footwear, bags, accessories and more, stocked by the world’s top retailers and coveted by celebrities and fashionistas alike.

Here’s how Zanotti made it happen.

Made in Italy

Zanotti, who was born in San Mauro Pascoli, Italy, was fascinated with shoes from a very early age. After deciding to pursue a career designing women’s footwear in the 1980s, he worked as a freelancer, creating looks for luxury brands including Dior, Valentino, Gianfranco Ferré, Balmain and Roberto Cavalli.

By 1994, he was ready to strike out on his own. He acquired Vicini, a small manufacturing company based in his hometown, allowing him to continue the legacy of Italian shoemaking while having complete control over his own production.

He created his first eponymous collection — a colorful array of bejeweled styles — and presented it to buyers from the top American department stores. He landed his first orders from Saks Fifth Avenue, Barneys and Neiman Marcus.

Building buzz

It wasn’t long before Zanotti became a darling of the fashion world, thanks to his high-art designs. He became a go-to for celebrities looking for show-stopping shoes to add a little sizzle to their red carpet looks. Madonna, Beyoncé and Jennifer Lopez were among his early fans.

His close relationships with music’s biggest stars would later lead to high-profile collaborations with Lopez, Rita Ora, Kanye West, Lady Gaga and others

Leveling up

As his business took off, Zanotti opened his first store in Milan in 2000, followed by locations in other major international cities, including New York City, Los Angeles, London, Paris and Moscow.

By 2013, sales had surpassed $150 million, and the company got a fresh injection of capital when LVMH-backed L Capital (now L Catterton) acquired a 30 percent stake.

Getting casual

While Zanotti made a name for himself with his glamorous heels, he jumped into the sneaker market in 2010. The designer took his distinctive, maximalist aesthetic and applied it to luxury kicks that offered women a more casual, everyday alternative.

Zanotti rolled out a men’s collection in 2012, featuring sneakers, sandals and even rhinestone-encrusted smoking slippers. Today, he offers an expansive men’s assortment of mostly sneakers, from simple slip-ons to rock-n-roll-inspired kicks detailed with gold accents, metal hardware and studs.

Collaborations

Like many luxury brands, Zanotti has tapped a long list of creative minds for buzzy collaborations that bring fresh points of view to his brand. He’s joined forces with the likes of Rita Ora, Jennifer Lopez, Christian Cowan, Swae Lee, Young Thug and Evan Mock. The industry veteran also mentors rising talent to help nurture the next generation. Last year, he teamed with shoe designer Nicolò Beretta to create a two-style capsule.   

Mining the archives

Over the years, Zanotti has amassed a veritable museum of unforgettable styles. To capitalize on these rich archives, his brand announced the debut of its Icons series in 2020, which would see the return of some of the most celebrated styles from across the decades — revamped with a contemporary spin. The idea is to introduce these footwear icons to a new generation of fashion fans.

Production line

In addition to producing his own collections, Zanotti’s company has inked licensing deals to manufacture and distribute footwear lines for other brands. It announced partnerships with French brand Alexandre Vauthier in 2020 and Area in 2024.

Who owns the Giuseppe Zanotti shoe brand?

Zanotti maintains majority ownership of his namesake brand, and L Catterton remains a minority partner. Today, the company — which will celebrate its 30th anniversary this year — is comprised of 11 subsidiaries and sells its products in 500 stores across 70 countries.

FNAA Designer of Year

In 2014, Giuseppe Zanotti received the FNAA 2014 Designer of the Year award. “I’m not a Michelangelo or a Da Vinci,” he said to FN. “My mission is to be at the service of the market. I have my vision … but they are the ones who ask for these shoes.”

In an era of change and challenge for made-in-Italy brands, Milan Fashion Week remains a critical place for the industry to gather — and look forward. Here are the top shoe highlights from the city’s footwear presentations. Check back for more throughout the week.

Jimmy Choo’s ‘Glamour Refined’

Call it a full circle moment. As Jimmy Choo marks 28 years, creative director Sandra Choi — who’s been there every step of the way — is taking a look back at the brand’s formative years and giving house classics a definitive twist for fall ’24. “As designers, we always take the temperature of where fashion is, and the feeling now goes back to day one of Jimmy Choo. The ’90s is very much a backdrop,” said Choi, who has Kate Moss — in all her different stages — on the Choo mood board. Standout styles include the Mary Jane mule (the brand first introduced the style in 1998) fused into a navy sock-boot with a pointed vamp on a low slender heel. The Brooklyn biker boot is offered in an ankle or knee-high version, topped off with Choo’s Diamond buckle. And the brand’s Drop heel takes the spotlight once again, as seen on the kitten heel and ankle boot in an on-trend red hue. The Diamond hardware is also key on bags, from a new tote to quintessential shoulder bag.

Welcome to Gianvito Rossi’s Cabaret

Performers took the stage in Gianvito Rossi’s Milan showroom to set the mood for his “cabaret of the future” themed presentation, full of the ultra-feminine looks the designer is known for, as well as a few surprises. “I thought about dancing and movement,” Rossi said of his styles of the season. A golden “love knot” is how Rossi describes the interlocking gold chain detailing on a pointy-toe stiletto bootie in shiny black leather. A different kind of detail, 3D gold piping, spirals up the leg of a knee-high stiletto boot, while the spiral effect is also prominent on a red stiletto sandal. High-heel ballerinas take the traditional day look into a nighttime mood. And platform boots in calfskin leather pop with a pony hair effect. There is also a fashion-meets-function surprise this season: Chic knitted boots with rubber soles.

Aquazzura’s Edgardo Osorio Wants His Consumers to Dream

From a glamorous midnight blue velvet platform ice skate to an emerald green evening mule with a multicolored disco heel, Aquazzura creative director Edgardo Osorio wants to give his customers something to dream about for fall ’24. “We live in confusing times and you have to stick with what works for your brand and your DNA,” said the designer, who is significantly ramping up Middle East store expansion this year and growing the handbag business. Overall, the Aquazzura footwear collection is “much more balanced” than ever before. “It’s nice that you can walk into a store and buy anything from a ballerina to a loafer to a party shoe.”

Giuseppe Zanotti’s Timeless Classics

“Less fireworks, more consistency.” Giuseppe Zanotti, who’s growing tired of fashion’s relentless demand for the new and the next, said he is focused on timeless classics and ’90s-inspired minimalism for fall ’24. Geometric lines define the diverse range of heel heights, from comfortable block heels to sky-high stilettos, for which the brand is known. Details like crystal embellishments adorn squared-toed mules. The collection also includes footwear essentials, like the ballet flat and riding boot. Color palettes are neutral, in line with the classic aesthetic. “It’s not something for one season only. Every single shoe is created for the long-term. We need to respect the work,” said Zanotti, who is keeping materials, quality and proportion at the forefront as he designs these days.

How Sergio Rossi Is Riding Into Fall ’24

With a new CEO on board and a refreshed vision, Sergio Rossi is galloping into fall ’24 with a day-to-night collection inspired by horse riding — specifically side-saddle riding born in Italy during the 1300s at the court of Mantua. Craftsmanship is key and detailing takes cues from saddles and harnesses, with classic riding boots, over-the-knee boots and moccasins embellished with buckles. Elsewhere, Rodeo-inspired looks, like the new banana heel, evoke Texas style.

Hogan Looks Back, Forges Ahead With Expansion

As Hogan embarks on a mission to transform into a full lifestyle brand — and plots Stateside expansion — the brand is celebrating its Milanese heritage for fall ’24. The Tod’s Group-owned label, founded in 1986, reimagines and upgrades its core sneakers, with tennis shoes, runners and sport shoes taking inspiration from the 1980s archives. “We were really the first luxury sneaker to come to America. At that time, the market wasn’t ready,” recalled Andrea Della Valle, vice chairman of Tod’s SpA. “We deserve to come back.” Beyond shoes, the Script bag also comes back into play, reworked with new proportions and details. An expanded ready-to-wear assortment is also on tap as the brand aims to combine city style with luxe craftsmanship. Also new for the season, a new “address” logo emphasizing the brand’s deep connections to its birthplace.

Opulence and Minimalism at Nicolò Beretta

The designer reimagines some of his most well-known styles for fall ‘24, but newness and experimentation are also key. “The idea of creating something beautiful, but with meaning is the basis of my work,” Beretta said. A sandal is adorned with a mirrored semicircle, while the “Wrap” styles, in chrome and patent, feature bands that unexpectedly wrap around the sole, appearing to hug the foot. These unexpected details are important throughout the collection, with steel snap buttons decorating a wrinkled patent leather ankle boot. The designer’s tried-and-true designs — like his classic mule and the draped boot — also get the flat treatment this season.

Mach & Mach Loves the ’90s

Grunge and glamour. High and low. Mach and Mach drew inspiration from the photographs of famed fashion photographer Peter Lindbergh for its ode to 1990s style. Crystals are key for fall ’24, used as all-over studs or oversized ornaments on sandals, slingbacks, loafers, pumps and riding boots. The label’s signature bow is transformed — punctuated with rounded studs and dotted in crystals — standing out in satin or leather.

Casadei Puts on the Glitz

The glamour quotient was high at Casadei, where the new Stardust boots took the spotlight thanks to the long sparkly fringes swaying from its high-heeled leather design. It wasn’t the only show-stopping moment, as the brand included flats with glitzy bow embellishments on the front and the new Superblade metallic style featuring the brand’s signature Blade heel in a mirrored version and dotted with rhinestones, coming in silver, fire red and magenta hues. 

Santoni Brings a Taste of Home to MFW

Santoni brought a little slice of the Marche region to Milan Fashion Week, with an earthy presentation backdrop and special activations that showcased its focus on craftsmanship. “This landscape is the Marche region,” said chairman Giuseppe Santoni, who hinted that the brand will soon move back into ready-to-wear. “We are working a lot with handbags and belts and accessories, and we have an experience in ready-to-wear, which is where we want to go back to. We want to move forward into the total look,” he said. The women’s shoe collection continues to evolve, with shearling loafers embellished with fluffy tassels and day-to-night ballerinas in shearling or covered with crystals. Knee-high and ankle boots emphasize versatility, and sandals are embellished with cashmere trim or sparkles resembling ice crystals.

Stuart Weitzman Tackles the Trends

Stuart Weitzman hit some of the season’s biggest shoe trends, unveiling an expansive collection filled with boots and booties, kitten heels and shearling options catering to women’s demands for practicality. An urban and quotidian flair ran throughout, in the moto-buckled combat boots and slouchy and cool over-the-knee suede versions with a chunky heel, as well the number of riding boots embossed with crocodile patterns or offered in mixed media iterations combining fabric and leather and leather and suede. On the dressier, albeit approachable, front, suede or leather kitten-heeled pointy booties mingled with sleek patent pumps and slingbacks with a squared back and sculptural heel, as well as mary jane flats and monk straps with crystal- and pearl-embellished buckles. Winter resortwear came to the fore in the shearling-lined quilted riding boots.

Counting Crystals with René Caovilla

Count the crystals. René Caovilla is well known for its very bejeweled looks — and the brand wants to highlight the passionate artisans who make its collections come to life. For instance, the Cinderella pump is crafted with 526 crystals in nine different shapes, hand embroidered on a nude and white base, The Galaxia serpent sandal has an astounding 1,476 crystals, hand applied. A new style, the Gilda, is studded with a gradient of stones, 1,220 in total. For the more understated consumer, leather boots come with the crystal buckle. The brand also debuted Caovilla Cafe, complete with a special Venetian-inspired menu.

It’s All in the Details at AGL

AGL has a knack for making tried-and-true silhouettes look fresh. This season, the brand plays with geometric heels, experimenting with new shapes and imperfect proportions — as seen on a laser-cut leather pump with a triangular heel. “It’s full of personality, but still feminine, and good for every outfit,” said Vera Giusti, artistic director for the brand and one of the three sisters behind AGL. Elsewhere in the collection, micro metal studs dress up ballet flats, moccasins and lace-up booties. An over-the-knee boot with macro platform bottoms wraps the leg like a second skin.

Paris Texas x Antonia: The Cherry on Top

Paris Texas took over the Antonia boutique on Wednesday night with a Milan Fashion Week bash to introduce its popular Lidia mule, a minimalist style with a pin-thin heel, in an exclusive black cherry colorway called Amarena. To celebrate the partnership, the Milan boutique unveiled store windows covered with a deep red transparent film and maxi screens projecting cherry-themed imagery.

The Penélope Cruz Effect at Geox

Geox has seen major traction in its women’s business since first partnering with Penélope Cruz last September — and the brand showcased its new campaign with the actress at its Milan Fashion Week presentation. For fall ’24, the collection covers all the classics — loafers, boots, pumps, platforms and ballet flats. Suede is a key material, and patent shines in key styles. The brand also continues to emphasize comfort with its patented technology.

Kate Cate Takes On the Hot Western Trend

As Beyoncé brings Western fashion firmly into the spotlight, emerging talent Caterina Ravaglia is ready for her own breakout moment. For fall ’24, the designer’s affinity for Western style is seen in a range of leather and suede boots adorned with brass ornamentation, stars or studs. Sandals feature metallic fringes that embellish the heels, and mules also get the studded treatment. “I am so excited about this Western comeback. I’ve had some of these styles and prototypes for two years but it wasn’t the right time,” Ravaglia said at her Casa Cipriani Milan Fashion Week presentation. The designer, now in her second season, acknowledged that shoes are “the most difficult’ product to make. “I’m at the factories twice a week. I’ve been working so hard to make this happen,” said the designer.

Flower Mountain Teams Up With Barbour on Jackets, Shoes

As parent company Falc marks its golden anniversary, two of its brands, Flower Mountain and Voile Blanche, are exploring new territory. For fall, Flower Mountain is unveiling a collaboration with lifestyle brand Barbour. Taking elements of Barbour’s jacket, Flower Mountain mixes nylon with suede on the upper of its Back Country model. “Comfort and a modern take on lightweight practicality attracted us to the products that Flower Mountain make. The cork footbed feels natural, and the shoes are beautifully crafted,” said Ian Bergin, director of menswear at Barbour. And Barbour also borrows Flower Mountain’s dandelion logo to dress up the classic tartan-lined jacket. Meanwhile, over at Voile Blance, the brand — which is best known for its sneakers — unveiled a high heel range called “Cosmo” during Milan Fashion Week, which includes sneaker booties with kitten heels.

Fratelli Rossetti Updates its Iconic Loafer

The brand’s “Shoe Talks” presentation took inspiration from typical Italian gestures, such as kissing, which inspired the updated design of the iconic Brera tasseled loafer. For fall ’24, the loafer comes in a unisex version that features intricate laser cut processing, with a mix of perforation and lines. The Magenta boot also sees an update, with a restyled stirrup.

Pollini Takes Boots into New Territory

Graphic patterns and new detailing dress up the brand’s archive collection. The new Cavaliere boot, in both flat and heeled versions, is fashioned in pull-up calf leather or soft velvet embroidered with a 3D effect. The Daytona boot gets an update with enriched decorative cuts reminiscent of cowboy boots. In a suede version, the fur lining adds warmth.

Giaborghini Unveils Capsule With “Euphoria” Costume Designer

Giaborghini is refining its focus and sharpening its pricepoints. The brand focuses on three core styles for fall: a fashion-forward boot, an open-toe pump and the classic mule. The label also revealed its capsule collection with costume designer Heidi Bivens, best known for her work on HBO’s “Euphoria.” “I’ve been thinking about styles of modern shoes that I wished existed, but with lines and silhouettes that recall the sophistication of the ’90s and early 2000s,” Bivens said. “I approached the design as I would the characters in a film or a television series, taking into account comfort, sustainability and quality.”

Furla’s Got a Brand New Bag

Furla used Milan Fashion Week to unveil a new bag, the Furla Nuvola, with an immersive installation. The hobo, bucket and crossbody looks feature new hardware, a geometric interpretation of Furla’s classic arch logo personalized with a sphere.

Le Silla Laces Up With New Boots, Embellished Velvet Sandals

Le Silla never strays far from the sexy stiletto. For fall, the brand offers up lace-up pointy-toe boots, velvet sandals with rose embellishments and allover crystal booties.

At Sunday’s 2024 People’s Choice Awards in Los Angeles, Ariana Greenblatt made a striking entrance on the green carpet, elevating her look with a pair of towering platform shoes.

The actress selected the Giuseppe Zanotti Bebe platform heel completed with an adjustable ankle strap with buckle closure, a lightly padded leather insole and a smooth leather sole.

Set atop a nearly 6-inch heel and 2.75-inch tone-on-tone covered platform, this Italian-made pair has been seen on Allison Brie while visiting the “Today” show and sported by Mindy Kaling while chilling in her walk-in closet.

Dressed in Balmain, the “Barbie” star tapped into classic 50’s glamour. The black structured minidress offered floral motifs down the center instead of classic buttons. This piece was amongst the French fashion house’s spring/summer 2024 collection at Paris Fashion Week that was stolen two weeks before its debut in September.

Greenblatt made the style her own by coupling the footwear with black sheer tights to fully embrace the vintage glamour moment. She looked to her stylist, Molly Dickson, to bring the look to completion.

The last time we saw the 16-year-old star she was going for quiet luxury at the 2024 Golden Globes in a black and white ensemble. She donned a Saint Laurent tuxedo shirt with wide-leg pants and Jimmy Choo pumps. 

While she’s been strutting down the red carpet in stylish heels, Greenblatt usually gravitates toward sneakers like Converse. So much so, that they included her favorite pair in the “Barbie” film to bring some Ariana to her character Sasha. The film is nominated for Movie of the Year amongst other nominations. 

The People’s Choice Awards, which solicit votes from fans and the general public, originated in 1975. The 49th annual ceremony takes place on Feb. 18 at the Barker Hangar in Los Angeles. Hosted by “Barbie” star Simu Liu, the award show’s categories span multiple pop culture mediums including music, television, film and sports.

People’s Choice Awards 2024 Red Carpet Arrivals: All the Shoes

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