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Kate Upton got in on the pointed pumps trend while arriving at “Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen” on Thursday evening in New York City.
Upton’s sleek pumps featured a classic styling, which itself was boasted by its patent leather construction. A precise, triangular toe box accompanied the silhouette, which was splashed a tan brown color that provided a nice contrast to her bright red outfit. While the back of her shoes couldn’t be seen completely, it’s likely the set was completed by a slender stiletto heel ranging between 3-to-4 inches based on her love affair for shoes with a high heel height.
The model paired her heels with a bright red power suit and black shades.
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While the style has experienced some updates over the decades, pointed-toe pumps are a classic model that blends together elements of vintage and modern-day fashion, with the silhouette being praised for its versatility and ease of styling. Regarded as a preferred shoe for red carpets and formal occasions, the popularity of the slim stiletto heel started re-emerging again at the start of the 2020s.
Many brands such as Stuart Weitzman, Chanel and Gucci offer a wide range of pointed-pumps throughout the season.
Pumps have long been a regular staple in the ever-revolving wardrobe of Upton. In May, she was spotted at the 60th anniversary of Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit Issue in Miami in a pair of black mesh sheer pumps that also featured a sharp triangular toe box. The footwear featured a tall, thin stiletto heel with a top-line that cut high enough on the shoe to leave no toe cleavage.
That night, Upton partook in another trend, as sheer footwear is a trend that dominated in 2023, and has continued to be a prominent presence in the shoe industry over the course of 2024 thus far. Similar to the ensemble worn on Thursday night, the back of Upton’s shoes couldn’t be seen completely, but it’s likely that pair was also completed with a razor sharp stiletto heel ranging between 3-to-4 inches, since that is what she typically gravitates towards for her footwear preferences.
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