Yung Miami, aka Caresha Brownlee, chose a pair of sporty Chanel’s Calfskin CC Sneakers while attending the We The Best Foundation x Jordan Golf Classic Celebrity Golf Tournament at Miami Beach Golf Club on Thursday night in Miami.

The luxury shoes, which have become a staple amongst celebrities, are defined by their calfskin leather material and rubber outsole. And while many different iterations of Chanel shoes are available in terms of design and colorways, Yung Miami chose a burgundy, white and white pair that had bits of each color scattered amongst the silhouette and white laces. Continuing the themes of her sporty look, she wore a matching burgundy miniskirt and tank top, which itself was brought to life through her elaborated beaded necklace.

Once considered something of an anomaly, Luxury sneakers are now quite popular amongst celebrities and influencers. Last year in Los Angeles, Kim Kardashian was photographed heading to her daughter North West’s basketball game alongside NBA star Tristan Thompson in a pair of black athletic sneakers that featured a classic gum outsole, breathable mesh, and flexible arches with a chunky silhouette and an all-around monochromatic black finish.

And earlier this fall, Balenciaga, whom she is partnered with, released their Balenciaga Reptile Sneaker, which is characterized as having “exaggerated proportions and layering.” The Balenciaga Reptile Sneaker is made completely free of leather instead of using polyurethane, and the result is a mash-up effect in which each of the upper’s pieces look like they’ve been wrenched from different sneakers and cobbled back together.

Despite its unique design, the shoe is expected to be a defining style statement as we head into next year and has already managed to go viral following its March debut.

For 38 years, the annual FN Achievement Awards — often called the “Shoe Oscars” — have celebrated the style stars, best brand stories, ardent philanthropists, emerging talents and industry veterans. This year’s event saw many entertainment and style heavyweights walking down the red carpet in razor sharp heels and pumps. Here are some of the best heel moments from the red carpet.

Angel Reese

WNBA star Angel Reese, who was named ‘Style Influencer of the Year’, walked the red carpet in Gianvito Rossi‘s Montecarlo sandals, which is characterized by a crystal-embellished strap across the top of the foot, and finished with a stiletto heel of just over four inches.

Rihanna

Rihanna provided one of the biggest talking points of the evening as the Fenty entrepreneur walked down the red carpet in a pair of rounded open-toe sandals with straps, while supporting A$AP Rocky, who received the ‘Collaboration of the Year’ honor along with Puma.

Nicky Hilton Rothschild

Nicky Hilton-Rothschild was spotted wearing Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle’s favorite ‘Bow Tie’ stiletto pumps from Aquazzura. The shoe is popular for its cut-out sides alongside a dainty knotted bow at the back, and completed by a slender stiletto heel measuring between 2-to-3 inches in height.

Linda Fargo

Author Linda Fargo turned heads in a pair of black pointed-toe pumps that featured an angular upper and closed-toe design. The shoe was completed by a silhouette measuring between 3-to-4 inches in height.

Brooke Burke

Actress and television personality Brooke Burke was spotted in a pair of sheer, black pointed-toe pumps that also featured a closed-back design and a slender stiletto heel ranging between 4-to-5 inches.

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For 38 years, the annual FN Achievement Awards — often called the “Shoe Oscars” — have celebrated the style stars, best brand stories, ardent philanthropists, emerging talents and industry veterans. This year’s event saw many of the biggest and brightest brands and celebrities walking down the red carpet. Here are some of the best shoe moments from the event. 

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky

Rihanna and A$AP Rocky were a highlight of the evening as the Fenty entrepreneur walked down the red carpet in a pair of strappy sandals. Rocky chose a pair of glossy black leather uppers that featured striking square-toed detailing.

Law Roach

Law Roach rightfully appeared in a pair of white sneakers from On, whom he presented the ‘Brand of the Year’ award to. The lace-up styles appeared to be the same shoes worn by Sean Damian Tucker, Head of Marketing for North America, and were likely the company’s Roger sneaker.

Angel Reese

Angel Reese, who was named ‘Style Influencer of the Year’, was seen in Gianvito Rossi‘s Montecarlo sandals, which features a crystal-embellished strap across the top of the foot, and a stiletto heel of just over four inches.

Sara Blakely’s Daughter, Tepper Itzler 

The daughter of Sneex founder Sara Blakely, accepted the ‘Launch of the Year’ award on behalf of her mother wearing a pair of the brand’s Icon shoes that she took from her mother’s closet

Nicky Hilton-Rothschild

Nicky Hilton-Rothschild was spotted wearing Aquazzura’s popular ‘Bow Tie’ stiletto pumps, which are also a favorite of Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle. The pointed style is defined by sultry cut-out sides alongside a dainty knotted bow at the back, and is offered in various colors, prints, and materials.

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Joseph “Run” Simmons, Darryl “D.M.C.” McDaniels of the iconic rap group Run D.M.C were spotted at the 2024 Footwear News Achievement Awards wearing Adidas from head to toe. 

Simmons aka Rev Run, opted for his traditional Adidas tracksuit, and while he has worn many different colors over the years, this go-round he wore the standard black shade. On his feet were a pair of white low-top Adidas sneakers, which have become his go-to over the decades, and, of course, his signature black hat. 

While McDaniels aka D.M.C. didn’t wear an Adidas tracksuit, instead choosing a black vest and pants combo overtop a long-sleeve shirt that were from the brand as well, he also wore a pair of white low-top Adidas sneakers that matched his rap partner. The shoes are among some of the most popular from the company. Featuring the classic 3-stripes logo, and Cloudfoam Comfort cushioning, their versatile styling is what makes them such a popular choice. 

For those who may not know, Run D.M.C. is the very first music group to ever have a partnership with a major athletic brand. The beginning of the group’s relationship with the company dates back to the release of their 1986 single “My Adidas” as the artists were huge fans of the brand, and wearing Superstars without laces before that was even a major sneaker trend. The massive success of the song resulted in more sales for the company, which eventually led to them establishing an official deal. 

The FN Achievement Awards are an annual ceremony that honors some of the biggest and most impactful names and brands in the footwear space. Honorees include Angel Reese, A$AP Rocky and Puma for Collaboration of the Year, Adidas CEO Bjórn Gulden for Person of the Year and others.

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It was a family affair for Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and his family as they attended the world premiere of “Moana 2” in Kapolei, Hawaii on Thursday afternoon.

Posing alongside wife Lauren Hashian and daughters Simone, 23, Garcia, Jasmine, 8, and Tiana Johnson, 6, the entire family was seen wearing floral leis around their necks. While his outfit couldn’t be seen entirely, the “Fast & Furious” actor appeared to be wearing a cream two-piece suit, which he paired with Christian Louboutin’s Dandelion calf leather loafers in the color Havane, a deep chocolate brown.

His wife, Lauren, could be seen in a slim-fitting black dress, which she accessorized with a silver necklace. While the back of her shoes couldn’t be seen completely, it’s likely she was wearing a pair of strappy sandals with a stiletto heel measuring between 4-to-5 inches in height, as that is what she typically prefers in-terms of shoe height.

Simone’s shoes couldn’t be fully seen either, however, Johnson’s youngest children, Jasmine and Tiana matched in pink and orange dresses.

On their feet were similar pairs of matching strappy sandals. Jasmine’s shoes were doused in an all-white color and featured a glittery embellishment dispersed throughout. A thick strap was present in the upper region while an ankle strap looped around her foot for protection. Tiana’s shoes were also made with a glittery embellishment, boasting two slender straps in the upper. She, too, also had a singular ankle strap present to secure her foot in place. 

“Moana 2” is set for a release date of November 27, and centers around Moana as she  journeys to the far seas of Oceania after receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors. Hashian made the surprise announcement via Instagram that the couple’s two youngest daughters were given the opportunity to voice characters in the film, making it an exciting moment for the family.

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Olympic rugby medalist IIona Maher made an appearance at the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit 60th anniversary event with Maybelline in a pair of pointed-toe pumps and a black dress.

Serving a monochromatic look, the pumps were constructed with patent leather material and emphasized by their sharp, triangular design. Supported with a closed-back, the silhouette was rounded out by a stiletto heel estimated to be in-between 4-to-5 inches in height, which is typical of the heels Maher has been wearing on “Dancing With the Stars.”

Completing her outfit was a black off-the-shoulder minidress that emphasized her athletic legs. Wearing her hair in a pulled back style, the athlete accessorized her look with dangling earrings and a classic makeup look with neutral eyeshadow and a red lip. While pointed pumps have been a very popular choice for celebrities and influencers alike in the year 2024 courtesy of their timeless design and versatility.

In fact, quite a few celebrities have been spotted wearing them in recent weeks. Last week, Jennifer Hudson got into the holiday spirit in a red dress and matching red pumps while hosting music legend Andrea Bocelli while hosting “The Jennifer Hudson Show.” The pumps were a major highlight of her outfit as they were crafted with crimson red suede material, and emphasized by a triangular design in the upper. The shoes also featured a skimpy-strapped slingback with pointy toes and a sharp, stiletto 3 inch heel, which were in-line with her previous appearances and footwear preferences. 

Actress Laura Dern was also spotted earlier this week at the Saban Community Clinic’s 48th Annual Gala in a pair of Prada’s satin cut-out pumps. Those shoes were crafted with a glossy satin material, and featured an elaborate triangular design in the upper that was emphasized by its criss-cross design. The pumps curved as they reached the mid-foot region giving the illusion of having cut outs on the side and were embellished by a jeweled ornament and silver metal buckle.

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Gal Gadot appeared at the 2024 Israel Film Festival earlier this week wearing a sleek pair of open-toe sandals.

Appearing at the Saban Theater, Gadot sported a beige open-toe silhouette with a slender tan strap across the rounded upper-toe box. While the rest of her shoes couldn’t be seen completely it’s likely the sandals were a closed-back model completed by a stiletto heel ranging between 3 and 4 inches based on the actress’ previous preferences. 

The shoes were likely the pointed open-toe mule sandals in patent-effect fabric Intriigo stiletto heels by Giuseppe Zanotti. The shoes are available in gold, silver, black and white and retail for $795.

Her outfit was a sleekly styled brown oversized blazer, which sat overtop a sheer slip dress. Pulling her hair back into a simple ponytail, she kept her makeup neutral.

Strappy sandals are a footwear style that has been around for decades, dating back to the early 1900s and going through many variations over the years. Strappy sandals can come in many different forms, including peep-toe designs, and have been praised for their versatility and ability to work well with a variety of outfits.

Gadot was actually seen in a similar pair of sandals last year while attending the “Barbie” world premiere at Shrine Auditorium and Expo Hall in Los Angeles. Wearing a pair of mules from Femme Los Angeles that came from Janis Tello’s vegan line, the shoes featured thin brown pointed-toe soles topped by clear curved toe straps, and were given a Barbie-worthy twist from thin pink stiletto heels totaling at least 4 inches in height. 

She paired her sandals with a chocolate brown minidress from J.W. Anderson that hailed from the brand’s spring 2024 collection. The piece was an eye-catching one, featuring a sleeveless silhouette with a squared neckline and layered, folded-over skirt — all fully covered in thin white pinstripes.

Aside from J.W. Anderson, the actress counts Dior, Gucci and Chanel as some of her favorite luxury footwear designers, having been spotted wearing pairs from each over the years.

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Jordan Chiles swapped her Jordans for pumps while attending the 2024 GQ Men of the Year party at Bar Marmont on Thursday night. 

Wearing a risque suit with no shirt look, the pumps were constructed in patent leather material and dramatized by their extended pointed design. Also featuring a closed-back design that held her feet in place, the shoes were completed with a stiletto heel that measured between 4-to-5 inches in height, which Chiles is known for when going for the pump look. 

The pumps were a compliment to her eye-catching silver suit, which was characterized by its scrunchy design. Her matching high-waisted trousers were also detailed with a scrunchy Y2K-like construction, with the athlete accessorizing her look with a diamond necklace and matching bracelet. Silver hoops brought attention to her long dark locks and futuristic makeup look, which did not go with the night’s western theme but suited her well. 

When the Olympian isn’t wearing pumps and stilettos, you can typically find her chilling in Nike’s. Over the summer, she was spotted in a pair of white Nike Shox R4 sneakers while attending the 2024 US Open in Queens, New York. The sneakers featured a large swoop intertwined with N for Nike on the body in addition to a Niki logo on the arm.

Crafted in white and boasting metallic detailing up the sides, the upper included mesh making the style quite light as well as breathable. The Nike Shox R4 also includes spring-like pillars, and was the first style to do so when it was released in 2000. These have a functional aspect of helping to absorb impact. 

A few days later, Chiles was seen throwing the first pitch at Citi Field as the New York Mets hosted the Cincinnati Reds, choosing a pair of unseen Nike’s for the occasion. The Nike Air Max sneakers featured a black mesh base with large synthetic silver overlays and three oval pods near the front. Rounding out the design was a large visible Air Max bubble that could be seen on the heel and a new Air Max logo on the tongue.

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Gayle King hit the streets of New York City Tuesday afternoon in a comfortable pair of Sneex shoes.

Sneex, which was founded by Sara Blakely and recently included as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things of 2024, has quickly become known for its standout sneaker-stiletto hybrid (also called hy-heels), which is what King was wearing in NYC during her casual outing.

Sneex is one of this year’s honorees at the FN Achievement Awards (FNAAs), the footwear industry’s most-anticipated event of the year. The 38th annual awards ceremony will be held Dec. 4 in New York and Sneex will be receiving the award for Launch of the Year.

The shoes, which are made in Spain, feature a 78 millimeter heel, napa leather, Italian mesh and suede materials. Designed for comfortable wear as it redistributes weight off the ball of your foot as you walk. King’s pair is The Tepper style, which came in a red design with pink and orange dispersed throughout.

The curved heel gave the silhouette some extra drama, while still being ultra comfortable to walk in, which is the goal of Sneex shoes in general. King paired the shoes with a magenta sweater dress and a fun floral coat with white fur on the collar and sleeves.

This isn’t the first time the talk show host has been seen wearing the fast-rising shoe. King appeared on “Late Night With Seth Meyers” this week to talk about the Favorite Things like, and wore a pair of green Sneex that she perfectly coordinated with her ensemble.

This past August, King invited Blakely onto her show “CBS Morning,” sharing posts on Instagram afterwards where she raved about the shoe, including a video of her pushing a suitcase through the airport while donning a pair of green Sneex saying people stopped her to ask where she purchased them. King was later said to have worn the pair for over 12 hours. 

Per their brand statement, Sneex addresses comfort through its reengineered weight distribution, comfortable toe box and arch support, which in-turn helps to address the pain issues sometimes associated with wearing high heels.

Blakely, the creative behind Sneex shoes, is also responsible for the creation of Spanx, which she founded in 2000. Three different styles are available in a range of colorways, with prices varying between $395 to $595.

When King isn’t in Sneex, you can find her in a variety of pumps, notable sandals such as the Kate Spade T-strap’s and boots.

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Jenifer Lewis was spotted in blue boots while attending the Netflix premiere of “Spellbound” in New York City on Monday night.

Dressed in blue from head-to-toe, Lewis wore a pair of ocean blue boots, which were characterized by its pointed design in the upper. A side zipper and closed-back design secured her feet in place. She kept the accessories simple with a vampy 1990s-style red lip and eyeshadow.

For her outfit, Lewis wore a blue dress underneath a blue shawl. She kept the accessories simple with a vampy 1990s-style red lip and eyeshadow.

Boots continue to be a go-to footwear choice for celebrities, with many brands such as Stuart Weitzman and Christian Louboutin carrying them as a part of their footwear lineup, offering the style in many different iterations. Lewis’ choice of boots are a reflection of the fall and winter season where boots are a staple for many wearers around the world as they go to their events and casual outings, with many celebrities being spotted in them as of late.

Last week, Tiffany Haddish was seen in a crocodile-embossed pair while performing at Center Winery Nashville on Monday night. Those boots were emphasized by a sleek composition and a pointed toe-construction, and extended past her knee for a dramatic look. Highlighted by  its brown coloring, the shoes were supported by a close-back design, and finished with a slender stiletto heel that ranged between 2-to-3 inches in height.

At the CFDA Awards a few months back, actress Cynthia Erivo was seen wearing Christian Louboutin’s Dolly Alta 160 platform ankle boots, which featured an angular pointed toe box, the signature Christian Louboutin red bottoms and a zipper closure, with the silhouette being rounded out by a heel measuring between 3 and 4 inches in height alongside a 2 inch platform.

“Spellbound” is an upcoming American animated musical adventure fantasy comedy film directed by Vicky Jenson about a young teenager who looks to reverse a curse that turned her parents into giant monsters. It premieres on Netflix on November 22.

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