Red Carpet Shoe Spotlight: Emmy Awards’ Most Daring Celebrity Heels

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Red carpet events like the Emmy Awards always bring out the best in celebrity fashion, including killer heel sightings. Celebs get their feet ready to show off their hottest shoes for the cameras, and we get to drool over them.

The Emmy Awards aren’t as formal as other award shows, which means we enjoy edgier and more modern designs than usual. The following shoes caught our attention, from red patent peep-toes to curved wedges.

Julie Bowen’s bronze strappy sandals and Bethany Joy Lenz’s ankle cuff heels are both to die for!

1. Bellamy Young Turns Heads in Fiery Red Pumps

Bellamy Young dazzles at the Audi and Derek Lam Kick Off Emmy Week 2012 Cocktail Party, held at Cecconi's Restaurant in Los Angeles on September 16, 2012, wearing a stunning teal dress with an elegant open back and bold red pumpsBellamy Young dazzles at the Audi and Derek Lam Kick Off Emmy Week 2012 Cocktail Party, held at Cecconi’s Restaurant in Los Angeles on September 16, 2012, wearing a stunning teal dress with an elegant open back and bold red pumps (Credit: Brian To / WENN)

Bellamy Young showcases her polished red pedicure in glossy red peep-toe heelsBellamy Young showcases her polished red pedicure in glossy red peep-toe heels

2. Bethany Joy Lenz: Edgy Heels and a Beloved Foot Tattoo

Bethany Joy Lenz stuns in a vibrant printed mini dress paired with statement earrings and ankle-strap heelsBethany Joy Lenz stuns in a vibrant printed mini dress paired with statement earrings and ankle-strap heels

Also known as Joie Lenz and Joy Lenz, the American actress/singer/songwriter/filmmaker has a foot tattoo that says “Beloved” with a hummingbird.

Bethany Joy Lenz displays her 'Beloved' tattoo with a hummingbird while wearing quilted gray ankle-strap heels featuring gold buckle accentsBethany Joy Lenz displays her ‘Beloved’ tattoo with a hummingbird while wearing quilted gray ankle-strap heels featuring gold buckle accents

3. Julie Bowen Shines in Elegant Bronze Strappy Sandals

Julie Bowen shines in a metallic sleeveless sheath dress paired with bronze strappy sandals and a silver clutchJulie Bowen shines in a metallic sleeveless sheath dress paired with bronze strappy sandals and a silver clutch

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Julie Bowen showcases her metallic bronze strappy sandals with intricate cutouts and a gladiator-inspired designJulie Bowen showcases her metallic bronze strappy sandals with intricate cutouts and a gladiator-inspired design

Julie Bowen's subtle nude pedicure complements her metallic bronze strappy sandalsJulie Bowen’s subtle nude pedicure complements her metallic bronze strappy sandals

4. Charlotte Ross Defies Gravity in Black Heelless Wedges

In a soft blush pink pleated dress with flutter sleeves paired with black platform heels, Charlotte Ross embraces timeless elegance and feminine charmIn a soft blush pink pleated dress with flutter sleeves paired with black platform heels, Charlotte Ross embraces timeless elegance and feminine charm

Charlotte Ross steps out in daring black heelless wedges with delicate ankle strapsCharlotte Ross steps out in daring black heelless wedges with delicate ankle straps

5. Cat Deeley Stuns in Christian Louboutin Masterpieces

The English television presenter, actress, singer, and model styled her red lace cocktail dress from the Tadashi Shoji Fall 2012 collection with printed platform sandals from the Christian Louboutin for Michael van der Ham Fall 2012 collection.

Cat Deeley’s hairstyle features long, voluminous waves with a center part, perfectly framing her face and adding to her effortlessly glamorous lookCat Deeley’s hairstyle features long, voluminous waves with a center part, perfectly framing her face and adding to her effortlessly glamorous look

A fan of the French shoe designer, she also wore blue python Christian Louboutin “Pigalle” pumps at the 2014 Creative Arts Emmy Awards.

Cat Deeley radiates confidence in a vibrant red lace cocktail dress with tiered fringe details paired with printed platform heelsCat Deeley radiates confidence in a vibrant red lace cocktail dress with tiered fringe details paired with printed platform heels

Cat Deeley flaunts her bold red pedicure in intricate Christian Louboutin for Michael van der Ham platform heels, featuring a rich floral pattern and shimmering ankle strapsCat Deeley flaunts her bold red pedicure in intricate Christian Louboutin for Michael van der Ham platform heels, featuring a rich floral pattern and shimmering ankle straps

6. Christa B. Allen Flaunts Chic Polka Dots and Jerome C. Rousseau Heels

Do you like her polka dot dress from Irene Galitzine?

Christa B. Allen captivates in a retro-inspired red polka-dot satin dress featuring playful ruffle details, perfectly complemented by gold strappy heels for a glamorous finishChrista B. Allen captivates in a retro-inspired red polka-dot satin dress featuring playful ruffle details, perfectly complemented by gold strappy heels for a glamorous finish

7. Kate Walsh Mesmerizes in Azzedine Alaia’s Suede Sandals

The American film and television actress wore a pair of suede wave Azzedine Alaia sandals with an embroidered cotton mesh dress from Isabel Marant.

Kate Walsh stuns in a black lace mini dress with sheer sleeves and intricate detailing, paired with strappy black heels for a chic and elegant lookKate Walsh stuns in a black lace mini dress with sheer sleeves and intricate detailing, paired with strappy black heels for a chic and elegant look

Kate Walsh highlights her vibrant red pedicure in black suede wave-designed sandals with ankle strapsKate Walsh highlights her vibrant red pedicure in black suede wave-designed sandals with ankle straps

8. Ashley Madekwe Keeps It Sleek with Topshop Stilettos

The English actress came dressed in a lambskin leather sleeveless crew-neck dress from Derek Lam featuring a double knit jersey back and hidden back zip. She styled it with a pair of stilettos from Topshop and gold accessories.

Ashley Madekwe showcases soft, tousled waves with a center part, complemented by flawless makeup featuring bold red lips, defined brows, and subtle contouring for a polished yet effortless lookAshley Madekwe showcases soft, tousled waves with a center part, complemented by flawless makeup featuring bold red lips, defined brows, and subtle contouring for a polished yet effortless look

Ashley Madekwe exudes sleek sophistication in a black leather mini dress paired with metallic strappy heels, a sparkling clutch, and a bold red lip for a statement-making lookAshley Madekwe exudes sleek sophistication in a black leather mini dress paired with metallic strappy heels, a sparkling clutch, and a bold red lip for a statement-making look

Ashley Madekwe flaunts her striking red pedicure in chic rose gold T-strap stilettos from TopshopAshley Madekwe flaunts her striking red pedicure in chic rose gold T-strap stilettos from Topshop

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