The Most Outrageous, Controversial Celeb Shoe Moments of 2022 So Far

One thing is for sure. If I were a celebrity, I would relish in the ability to explore boundary-pushing style. Being part of the upper echelons of Hollywood means not only having the wealth to buy, but easy, direct access to coolest designs of the moment. It’s no wonder I am always on the lookout for outrageous celebrity outfits that bring about some controversy. Lately, it seems, that the shoes are what tend to grab the headlines.
In 2022, it very much felt like the year of the thought-provoking shoe, especially of the platform variety—how anyone can walk in the style without falling is beyond me. I rounded up 15 of the more memorable moments that span sky-high pink platforms to sandals with runny yolks (I’m serious) to statement knee-high boots. Keep scrolling to see which celebrities pushed the envelope this year when it comes to the shoe department.
1. Emma Chamberlain in Broken-Egg Sandals
2. Kylie Jenner in Minnie Mouse–Style Pumps
3. Olivia Rodrigo in Buckled Knee-High Platform Boots
4. Bella Hadid in Sporty Pointed-Toe Boots
5. Chloë Sevigny in Floral-Print Boots
6. Doja Cat in Sculptural Black-and-Gold Heels
7. Iris Law in Strappy White Knee-High Boots
8. Elle Fanning in Statement Shearling Sandals
9. Anne Hathaway in Sky-High Pink Platforms
10. Rihanna in Slouchy Over-the-Knee Boots
11. Madonna in Chunky Black Clogs
12. Kim Kardashian in Thigh-High Boots With Unique Heels
13. Julia Fox in Custom-Wrapped Clear Platforms
14. Hailey Bieber in Spike-Heel Platforms
15. Dua Lipa in Strappy Mega White Platforms
Next up: The Shoe Trend Fashionable Women in Paris, New York, and Los Angeles Agree On

Jennifer Camp Forbes is a senior shopping editor at Who What Wear, where she has worked in a variety of capacities including creative director and various editor roles. She’s a well-known shopping expert that’s sought out for advice and insight on the latest trends, outfit ideas, and fashion picks thanks to her thoughtful shopping roundups. Jennifer's lifelong interest in fashion led her to intern at Harper’s Bazaar as an undergraduate. Later, while working towards her masters degree in psychological counseling at Columbia University, she founded two digital fashion publications: Le Fashion and Olsens Anonymous. The popularity of both sites grew and after graduation she decided put her plans to become a therapist aside to pursue a career in fashion.
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