Golden Globes Afterparty Looks Over the Years: Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez & More
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The Golden Globe Awards are renowned as the official start to awards season, kicking off January with a glamorous style statements — which can also be seen at their afterparties.
Following the awards ceremony, stars across film, television, music and more mingle at soirées thrown by labels including Netflix, Warner Bros. and HBO. Many opt for more dynamic, glamorous ensembles compared to the formality of the Golden Globes themselves, with shoes to match — including sky-high platforms, bejeweled pumps and sleek sandals. Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, Kerry Washington and more have stepped out at these occasions in heels by luxury labels like Manolo Blahnik and Magda Butrym, cementing the awards’ afterparties as top red carpets to watch.
Below, take a look at sleek shoe moments from Golden Globes afterparties over the years.
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Lindsay Lohan, 2004
In 2004, Lindsay Lohan arrived to NBC Access Hollywood’s afterparty for the Golden Globes in a pair of classic black leather pumps. The low-heeled style was given an edge with a draped black minidress, which the “Mean Girls” star accented with a bejeweled cross pendant necklace.
Ashley Olsen, 2010
In 2010, Ashley Olsen gleamed at InStyle and Warner Bros.’ Golden Globes afterparty in a pair of Manolo Blahnik’s Hangisi pumps. The blue satin style — accented with the label’s signature crystal buckles on each toe — added a glamorous complement to her matching blue satin minidress with a dramatically ruffled bodice.
Selena Gomez, 2013
Selena Gomez shimmered in gold platform pumps while attending Warner Bros. and InStyle‘s 2013 Golden Globes afterparty. The “Stars Dance” musician’s high-shine heels added a sleek complement to her gold Atelier Versace minidress for the occasion, which featured intricate embellishments for a burst of gilded glamour.
Taylor Swift, 2019
In 2019, Taylor Swift stepped out at InStyle and Warner Bros.’ Golden Globes afterparty in a pair of simple black sandals. The subtle style added a minimalist finish to her black lace-up Versace dress and diamond drop earrings for the occasion.
Kerry Washington, 2020
Kerry Washington sparkled at Netflix’s Golden Globes afterparty in 2020, thanks to a set of crystal-trimmed sandals. The bejeweled pair added an elegant flair to the “Little Fires Everywhere” star’s Altuzarra look for the event, which featured a dynamic black blazer, silk skirt and knotted crystal-coated bodice straps.
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