Every girl must have at least one pair of statement heels. It doesn’t matter if you’re a shoe connoisseur or a practical shopper who only stocks a limited number of styles in your shoe closet. One can never know when you’re going to need such a pair.
Statement heels can dress up even the simplest of outfits and make it look fabulous in an instant. Bold leopard-print pumps are great examples of statement shoes that can be worn by any woman of any age. And while some may disagree, we think they’re classic and timeless.
For those who fear the attention-seeking appeal of striking prints and colors, a great alternative would be shoes printed with black-and-white patterns, such as zebra stripes or cheetah spots. The Bionda Castana stilettos Sophia Bush wore on ‘Extra’ recently are perfect examples. The actress paired her shoes with a lace-paneled short dress, but if you favor a pairing that isn’t too high maintenance, another way to style those spotted B&W heels is to wear them with a simple black tee and a pair of slouchy black track pants. It’s a mix that is completely effortless and laid-back but is also cool and chic.
This is a cue we’re taking from Kylie Minogue, who was spotted sporting the look when she arrived at Maida Vale in London last week. She capped off the combination with dark sunnies and barely there jewelry.
Kylie Minogue capped off the combination with dark sunnies and barely there jewelry
Kylie Minogue in an all-black outfit accessorized with spotted pumps at Maida Vale in London, England, on May 15, 2014
Kylie Minogue wearing animal print Christian Louboutin ‘Iriza’ pumps
Kylie’s black-and-white pumps are the ‘Iriza’ from Christian Louboutin. The stilettos feature lowered vamps, pointed toes, and a flattering d’Orsay silhouette. Self-covered heels that run at 4 inches tall make them really sexy to wear.
Animal Print “Iriza” Pumps in Black/White, $625 at Saks Fifth Avenue
To wear your statement pumps a la Kylie Minogue, grab a slightly loose black tee and a pair of slouchy black track pants. You can also use a black sleeveless jumpsuit to work up the look as an alternative. If your pants are long, make sure you fold up the hem to reveal your lady ankles and highlight your footwear.
Stem High-Low Knit Tunic Top, $28 / Poverty Flats by Rian Asymmetric Crossbody Bag, $78 / BP 57 mm Cat-Eye Sunglasses, $12 / Anne Klein Tube Hoop Earrings, $16 / Kensie Side Stripe Soft Crepe Track Pants, $59
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