Metallic High Heels Were Trending on the Golden Globes 2024 Red Carpet

High-shine heels brought a sleek edge to the start of awards season at the 2024 Golden Globe Awards.

The ceremony, which celebrates the top performances across film and television, featured numerous stars stepping out in gleaming heels. Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez and Gayle King hit the red carpet in shining metallic pumps, hailing from top brands like Christian Louboutin. Meanwhile, stars including Emily Blunt, Cailee Spaeny and more embraced mirrored gold and silver tones with sandals from Jimmy Choo and Miu Miu.

Below, discover the shiniest metallic heels from the Golden Globes red carpet.

Taylor Swift

Taylor Swift shimmered in metallic green Christian Louboutin pumps while arriving to the Golden Globes. The musician’s pointed-toe Kate style featured shiny, smooth juniper-toned leather uppers with stiletto heels, which smoothly complemented her sequined green Gucci dress — a custom design by designer Sabato de Sarno.

Taylor Swift attends the 2024 Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills on Jan. 7, 2023.

Selena Gomez

Selena Gomez slipped on a pair of Christian Louboutin’s gleaming red patent leather Hot Chick Sling pumps on the red carpet. The “Only Murders in the Building” star’s pointed-toe set added a slick complement to her custom red Armani Privé dress, which stylist Kate Walsh glamorously paired with diamond Bulgari jewelry.

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Selena Gomez
Selena Gomez attends the 2024 Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills on Jan. 7, 2023.

Cailee Spaeny

“Priscilla” star Cailee Spaeny shone in a pair of metallic gold sandals with crystal-lined straps while attending her Golden Globes. Spaeny’s high-shine heels were elegantly paired with a custom white Miu Miu dress with a sheer-paneled corset, allover pink rose print and gleaming sequins. A diamond collar necklace and earrings smoothly completed her look with a dash of ’60s-inspired sparkle.

Cailee Spaeny
Cailee Spaeny attends the 2024 Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills on Jan. 7, 2023.

Gayle King

Gayle King slipped on a pair of shiny mirrored silver pumps at the Golden Globes, seen while mingling with stars Rachel Smith and Jennifer Lopez. King’s metallic heels were elevated with a one-sleeved purple silk Solace London dress, worn in support of “The Color Purple” — which was produced by her close friend Oprah Winfrey.

Gayle King, Rachel Smith, 81st Golden Globe Awards, Beverly Hilton Hotel, January 7, 2024, Beverly Hills, California
(L-R): Gayle King and Rachel Smith attend the 2024 Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills on Jan. 7, 2023.

Emily Blunt

Emily Blunt gleamed in metallic gold Jimmy Choo platform sandals at the Golden Globes, complete with knotted straps for a shiny flair. The “Oppenheimer” actress’ set matched her gold and white Alexander McQueen dress, which stylist Jessica Paster elevated with diamond Tiffany & Co. jewelry and Victoria’s Secret lingerie.

Emily Blunt at the 81st Golden Globe Awards held at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on January 7, 2024 in Beverly Hills, California.
Emily Blunt attends the 2024 Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills on Jan. 7, 2023.

The Golden Globe Awards celebrate the top performances across film and television. This year’s ceremony is hosted by comedian Jo Koy and features a star-studded afterparty presented by Billboard and Rémy Martin. Viewers can watch the Golden Globes live on CBS and stream on Paramount+. Ahead of the ceremony, WWD will host its first real-time red carpet digital show, hosted by Jeannie Mai highlighting the looks from the red carpet arrivals. On Monday, WWD will reveal the winners of its Style Awards during the red carpet recap on wwd.com/golden-globes at 10 a.m. ET. 

About the Author:

Aaron Royce is the Digital Editor for Footwear News, where he writes stories on trending news, celebrity style, collaborations and in-depth profile interviews. Prior to joining Footwear News, Aaron wrote for publications including PAPER, Grazia and the Daily Front Row. He currently holds a B.S. in mass communications from Virginia Commonwealth University.

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