Jennifer Lopez probably tries more controversial shoe trends in a month than most of us do in a lifetime. (Remember this Ariana Grande–approved style and these dramatic Christian Louboutin boots?) It's quite helpful that a driver is waiting to pick her up curbside every time she steps out the door. That said, we're not sure how she took even 10 steps in the ankle boots she just wore in NYC, as they're a whopping six inches tall with a thick inch-and-quarter platform. I consider anything four inches and up to be quite high, so I can't even fathom spending the day in heels as high as J.Lo's. But let's not forget J.Lo even dances on slippery stages in heels, so I'd say you could call her a professional.
Lopez's ankle boots are by Alaïa and touch on this past winter's hiker boot trend. You could say that the tread soles and the platform on these make them a little more walkable, but it doesn't change the fact that you're basically walking around on your tiptoes. To complete the look, Lopez wore her signature large gold hoops, a white tank top, long fur gilet, and paper-bag-waist black pants. Keep scrolling to see her shoes (in varying heel heights), along with more walkable high-heel hiker boots.
On Jennifer Lopez: Jennifer Fisher earrings; Hermès bag and bracelet; Cartier ring; Alaïa Velvet Platform Hiker Boots ($1630)
Shop the Controversial Shoes
Shop Less-Controversial Hiker Boots
Next up, the most controversial spring 2019 shoe trend.
-
50 On-Trend Jackets, Jeans, Tops, Bags, and Shoes You'll Want to Wear the Second the Temperature Drops to 50°Yes, you read that right, 50 products!
-
I Traveled to Korea for Salmon Sperm Injections and Was Turned Down—Meet the Under-the-Radar Laser I Tried InsteadThe buzz hasn't even hit the U.S. yet.
-
Sorry, Crewneck Tees—in 2026, Everyone With Taste Will Be Layering Sweaters Like ThisThe recipe for a perfect winter outfit.
-
The Ashley Olsen Way to Make Simple Black Coats Look Chic, Not BoringIt's so easy, yet so impactful.
-
Looking Stylish This Fall Means Wearing Your Pretty Dresses With This Unexpected ItemHere's how to master the look.
-
All the Coolest Girls I Follow Are Wearing This "Dated" Shoe Trend With Jeans, Dresses, and SkirtsGive your pointed-toe heels a break, and wear this style instead.
-
Anyone Can Wear a Cardigan, But Only Fashion People Wear Them Like *This*Take note.
-
Here's the Comfy Yet Incredibly Chic Boot Style Fashion People Are Already Wearing on RepeatThese make any outfit look more expensive.
-
Here It Is: The New It-Girl Way to Wear Jeans and a Pair of HeelsSofia Richie gets it.
-
The Shoe Color Trend That Makes Wearing Jeans With Blazers Look 2025 Instead of DatedAs seen on Jennifer Lopez.
