r/YourNextShoes

At the 2017 InStyle and Warner Bros. Golden Globes after-party, Jenna Dewan paired a sequined Julien Macdonald gown with a surprisingly restrained footwear choice: Neil J. Rodgers' minimalist "Brooke" sandals.

The story isn't just about one outfit. The same barely-there silhouette also appeared on Adriana Lima and Lupita Nyong'o, offering a fascinating look at how stylists used understated sandals to support, rather than compete with, statement gowns.

We take a closer look at the dress, the shoes, the designer behind them, and why this minimalist approach became a red-carpet favorite.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/jenna-dewan-golden-globes-neil-j-rodgers-sandals/

When people remember the Hobbs & Shaw red carpets, they usually think about Rosie Huntington-Whiteley's sheer Atelier Versace gown or Vanessa Kirby's crystal-covered Ralph & Russo dress.

But looking back at the photos, there's another story running through both the Hollywood and London premieres: silver metallic heels.

Rosie's custom Giuseppe Zanotti sandals echoed the crystal trim of her Versace gown, while Vanessa Kirby's Jimmy Choo "Dochas" sandals added a sleek metallic finish to her Ralph & Russo look in London. Even among dramatic gowns and celebrity couples, the shoes played a crucial role in tying each outfit together.

We broke down the fashion, footwear, and styling details from the Hobbs & Shaw promotional tour:

https://www.yournextshoes.com/hobbs-shaw-premiere-red-carpet-fashion-shoes/

Which look aged best: Rosie's Versace and Zanotti combination or Vanessa's Ralph & Russo and Jimmy Choo pairing?

From airport slides and leopard-print flats to Chanel oxfords, Chloé wedges, Giuseppe Zanotti sandals, and Brian Atwood heels, Hilary Duff's 2016 wardrobe wasn't built around trends—it was built around real life.

What makes this collection fascinating is how many of these silhouettes still feel relevant today. The shoes changed depending on the occasion, but the formula stayed the same: comfort first, personality second, trends last.

We broke down 10 of her most memorable footwear moments from Los Angeles errands to New York promo appearances and examined why so many of these styles have stood the test of time.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/hilary-duff-2016-shoes-style/

Which pair would you still wear today?

Back in her Younger era, Hilary Duff understood a styling rule that still works today: when the dress is understated, the shoes can do all the talking.

For an AOL Build Series appearance in New York, she paired a blush one-sleeve mini dress with Gucci’s towering "Angel" platform pumps from Alessandro Michele’s maximalist era. The contrast was what made the outfit memorable—a clean, minimalist silhouette elevated by one of Gucci’s most dramatic shoe designs.

The result felt glamorous, nostalgic, and unmistakably Michele-era Gucci.

Full story:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/hilary-duff-younger-aol-gucci/

I bought this dress for a wedding (dress code: cocktail) next month, but I’m completely stuck on what shoes to wear with it.

A few constraints:
I’m 5’9”, so I’m not looking to add much height.
I’d prefer heels no higher than 1.5 inches (flats are fine too).
The wedding venue is on grass, so stilettos are out.
I’d love recommendations for specific shoe styles (exact shoes with links!) that would complement this dress while still looking elegant and wedding-appropriate. My budget is up to $200. Thanks! 😊

Link to the [dress](https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/bardot-ivana-high-low-mini-dress?color=102&size=4&type=STANDARD)

At the 2016 People's Choice Awards, Vanessa Hudgens wore one of the decade's most dramatic metallic gowns. But the real styling lesson may have been on her feet.

Instead of adding more sparkle or statement details, she chose Stuart Weitzman's minimalist "Myex" sandals—a barely-there design that let the dress remain the focal point while still creating a cohesive look.

The result is a useful reminder that successful red-carpet styling isn't always about the most eye-catching shoe. Sometimes it's about knowing when to step back.

Full story:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/vanessa-hudgens-stuart-weitzman-myex-sandals/

A 2016 grocery run might not sound like a fashion moment, but Vanessa Hudgens' choice of nude suede Raye "Sara" toe-ring sandals looks surprisingly current today.

Long before the latest wave of minimalist summer footwear, she paired the understated flats with a striped L'Academie shirt dress, layered Jacquie Aiche jewelry, mirrored Quay sunglasses, and a Stella McCartney Falabella bag.

The look is a reminder that some shoe trends never truly disappear—they simply return in new forms.

Read the full story:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/vanessa-hudgens-raye-toe-ring-sandals/

Carrie Underwood has worn everything from towering platform pumps to crystal-covered stage boots, but one of her most memorable footwear moments came at the 2015 American Music Awards.

Paired with a sparkling Elie Madi cape dress, her nude Greymer sandals featured distinctive gold-tone chain T-straps that transformed a minimalist silhouette into something jewelry-like. Seven years later, she took a completely different approach at the CMT Music Awards, embracing bold Dolce & Gabbana glamour and sky-high platforms.

We break down both looks, the shoes that defined them, and how her red-carpet style evolved while staying unmistakably Carrie.

https://www.yournextshoes.com/carrie-underwood-red-carpet-shoes-platform-pumps-greymer-sandals/

Watching Rose Byrne’s Like a Boss press tour unfold outfit by outfit reveals something fashion coverage often misses: the shoes were doing much of the storytelling.

One appearance centered on glossy red Giuseppe Zanotti “Hattie” boots that transformed a floral Preen dress into a bold color-blocked statement. Another relied on clean white pumps to sharpen a softly tailored Christian Wijnants suit. But the standout moment came at the New York premiere, where emerald satin Roger Vivier “Bow Strass” sandals created a striking contrast against a coral Alexis Mabille gown.

The dresses changed. The mood changed. The footwear changed with them.

Full breakdown:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/rose-byrne-giuseppe-zanotti-roger-vivier-shoes/

Emily Blunt's Disclosure Day promotional wardrobe wasn't defined by a single statement shoe. Instead, she built three completely different looks around three distinct footwear ideas: metallic champagne sandals with Erdem florals in London, lilac Stella McCartney mesh slingbacks at the premiere, and sculptural white Alaïa heels in Paris.

The contrast is what makes the lineup interesting. One pair feels romantic, another futuristic, and the third architectural.

Full shoe breakdown:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/emily-blunt-disclosure-day-movie-shoes/

Which pair would you wear?

Bella Thorne has worn her share of dramatic heels, but even she had a brief wobble while debuting Christian Louboutin's new Just Nothing Alta mules at the Los Angeles screening of Find Your Friends.

The shoe combines mirror-finish silver platforms, transparent TPU straps, razor-thin stiletto heels, and Louboutin's signature red sole into one of the boldest mule designs we've seen this year.

We break down the construction, the towering 150mm heel height, why the shoe can be challenging to walk in, and how the broader Just Nothing collection includes more wearable 55mm and 85mm versions.

Read: https://www.yournextshoes.com/bella-thorne-christian-louboutin-just-nothing-alta-mules/

At a 2016 GUESS fragrance launch in West Hollywood, Hailey Baldwin and Charlotte McKinney arrived in denim-heavy looks that couldn't have been more different from the ankle down.

Hailey embraced a monochromatic approach, pairing a fitted GUESS denim jumpsuit with sapphire-blue Stuart Weitzman "Tylena" platform sandals. Charlotte went the opposite direction, using dramatic knee-high Schutz "Karlyanna" cage sandals to transform denim cutoffs and a white tank into a statement look.

Looking back, it's a fascinating snapshot of two footwear trends that defined the decade.

Read the full breakdown:
https://www.yournextshoes.com/hailey-baldwin-charlotte-mckinney-guess/

One of the most interesting shoe stories from the 2019 Cannes Film Festival isn't the dress—it's the sandals.

Selena Gomez wore Jimmy Choo's Misty platform sandals with two completely different Louis Vuitton looks on the same day: a custom satin two-piece for The Dead Don't Die premiere and a second Louis Vuitton dress for the festival's gala dinner.

The Misty became a celebrity favorite because it delivered dramatic height through a concealed platform while maintaining the clean, barely-there look stylists love on the red carpet.

See both Cannes looks and learn why the Misty became one of Jimmy Choo's defining evening sandals:

https://www.yournextshoes.com/selena-gomez-jimmy-choo-misty-sandals/