In 2014, Lady Gaga bravely spoke out about her experiences with sexual assault during an emotional interview with Howard Stern, revealing that her song “Swine” was inspired by feelings of demoralization and trauma. While she chose not to share specific details, she opened up about the deep emotional toll it took on her and how years of therapy helped her find strength and healing.
Demonstrating her commitment to advocacy, Gaga later partnered with former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo to co-author an essay highlighting the urgent need to address sexual assault on college campuses. They pushed for legislation to create safer environments and stronger student protections.
Lady Gaga Turns Heads in Sheer Crystal-Embellished Dress in London
In June 2015, shortly after the essay’s release on Billboard, Gaga turned heads in London with a daring fashion choice—a barely-there dress that left little to the imagination.
Lady Gaga turns heads in London wearing a daring sheer mesh dress adorned with crystal embellishments, bold eye makeup, and elegant statement earrings
Whether her bold outfit was intended as a visual statement tied to her activism or not, it made an impact. Known for transforming avant-garde fashion into performance art, Gaga once again blurred the line between style and self-expression.
Lady Gaga accessorized her see-through mesh dress with shimmering star-shaped nipple pasties, a dramatic high bun hairstyle, and theatrical, winged black eyebrows for a striking avant-garde look
However, what surprised many fashion watchers was her choice of footwear: despite their polarizing design, her towering heels came from the luxury fashion house Saint Laurent—a testament to Gaga’s ability to mix the unexpected with high fashion.
Lady Gaga completes her daring ensemble with towering Saint Laurent platform heels featuring bold red block heels that dramatically elongate her petite frame
At 5 feet 1 ¼ inches (155.6 cm), Lady Gaga often wears high heels to enhance her height and stage presence. Her iconic fashion choices, including platform heels and boots, can add significant height, sometimes making her appear much taller.
To replicate Lady Gaga’s daring look, layer a crystal-embellished fishnet dress over high-waisted black briefs and star-shaped pasties, and finish with statement heels and a dramatic feathered headpiece
Given her long-standing admiration for Saint Laurent—especially during Hedi Slimane’s influential era—it’s no surprise that Lady Gaga has continued to showcase the brand in her most memorable fashion moments.
From bold footwear to statement outerwear, her Saint Laurent looks consistently reflect her fearless approach to style. Here are some standout appearances where Gaga perfectly embodied the label’s signature edge:
Lady Gaga’s Most Daring Saint Laurent Fashion Moments Through the Years
Lady Gaga has consistently turned heads with bold fashion choices, often featuring standout pieces from Saint Laurent. Here are some of her most memorable looks:
Lady Gaga Shines in Embroidered Romper and Saint Laurent Boots
- Event: Night out at Tape Nightclub in London
- Outfit: Gaga dazzled in a floral embroidered romper with a sheer bodice and an oversized denim jacket draped over her shoulders.
- Footwear: She completed the look with silver metallic Saint Laurent Curtis ankle boots, which feature side pull tabs and three-inch stacked heels.
- Read more: Lady Gaga’s embroidered romper and Saint Laurent boots in London
Lady Gaga Launches ‘Love Bravery’ in Saint Laurent Jeans and Boots
- Event: Launch of ‘Love Bravery’ clothing line with Elton John at Macy’s Herald Square, New York City
- Outfit: Gaga sported a ‘Love Bravery’ hooded jacket adorned with enamel pins and patch stickers, paired with black distressed skinny jeans by Saint Laurent.
- Footwear: She rounded out her look with tan suede Saint Laurent ‘Blake’ ankle boots featuring crisscross buckled straps and stacked block heels.
- Discover more: Lady Gaga’s ‘Love Bravery’ launch outfit featuring Saint Laurent pieces
Lady Gaga Promotes ‘Joanne’ in Saint Laurent Silver Pumps
- Event: Photocall for ‘Joanne’ album at The Ritz-Carlton Tokyo, Japan
- Outfit: Gaga donned a silver fringe-detailed dress, a bubblegum pink blazer, and a pink hat with a silver studded band.
- Footwear: She slipped into high-shine silver Saint Laurent ‘Paris’ pumps featuring V-cut vamps and pointed toes.
- See more: Lady Gaga’s ‘Joanne’ promotion look with Saint Laurent silver pumps
These ensembles highlight Lady Gaga’s flair for combining bold fashion statements with iconic Saint Laurent pieces.
Lady Gaga makes a dramatic entrance wearing an extravagant black feathered headpiece that adds theatrical flair and height
Lady Gaga leaving the Royal Albert Hall and heading to hat designer Philip Treacy’s shop in London, England, on June 8, 2015 (Credit: Will Alexander / Tim McLees / WENN)
Lady Gaga’s Sky-High Saint Laurent Heels That Stole the Spotlight
While these sky-high, statement-making Saint Laurent platforms may not be to everyone’s taste, their bold design speaks to the brand’s fearless aesthetic. This particular style is now sold out, but you can explore more recent Saint Laurent footwear collections at Nordstrom and Mytheresa.
Saint Laurent 125 mm Candy Elaphe & Ponyskin Sandals, $1,495