Rosie HW Just Wore the Controversial Shoe Trend We Did Not See Coming

Rosie Huntington-Whiteley is one of the few celebrities I consistently look to for outfit inspiration. Favouring minimal style, chic cuts and enduring elegance over flash-in-the-pan trends, the model's sharp looks have turned her into a fashion icon in her own right. Throwing together a winter-ready outfit in London this week, Huntington-Whiteley put together several of our favourite winter buys, including an unexpected addition.
Styling a monochrome outfit, she opted for a black midi dress, which she styled underneath a long-line white coat. The structured shoulders of the coat gave a polished effect, leaning into Huntington-Whiteley's signature style. Then, for an unexpected twist, the model opted for a divisive shoe trend with her classic look, one that we've started to spot more and more frequently this season.
On Rosie Huntington-Whiteley: The Row Round-Toe 90 Leather Pumps (£725)
After a few years out of the trend cycle, the peep-toe shoe is back, once again seen on the feet of those in the know. A long-time favourite of Victoria Beckham, peep-toe shoes have been making appearances on red carpets and at evening events and casual outings alike. Wearing hers with fishnet tights (another trend that's recently made a comeback), Huntington-Whiteley opted for a pair from cult brand The Row. Currently on sale at MATCHES, the sleek shoes are available with an amazing 50% discount.
Taking on the "dated" shoe in a sleek, wearable way, Huntington-Whiteley has just given me so much new-found styling inspiration. So if, like me, you're interested in reviving this once-forgotten shoe trend, read on to shop my edit of the best peep-toe shoes.
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Natalie Munro is Who What Wear UK’s news writer and has worked in the fashion industry since she graduated with a degree in Journalism from the University of the Arts London. Natalie’s experience in the industry spans journalistic and styling roles that have seen her work for publications including British Vogue, Conde Nast Traveller, Vogue Ukraine, AnOther Magazine and Elle UK.
With an interest in uncovering the latest fashion trends, Natalie takes a leading role in identifying news for Who What Wear UK. Reporting on a daily basis, Natalie focuses on trends on and off the runway, as well as street style and celebrity fashion. Natalie also creates content for Who What Wear’s social channels including TikTok and Instagram on a weekly basis.
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