Black Pumps, You’re On Notice—At Chic Holiday Parties, This “Risky” Heel Color Trend is Winning

While we wouldn’t say that black heels are ever truly “out,” they’re definitely losing favor this winter. With the rise of numerous new heel trends, it means that traditional styles aren’t as popular as they once were this season, and that’s true of the classic black heels. Instead, I’ve noticed that at the chicest holiday parties and with the coolest skirts and dresses, fashion people are opting for a much more controversial heel color: white.

White heels are hardly an obvious pick, especially this time of year when you have to contend with all the sleet and snow that lines the sidewalks. Regardless of the weather, white heels are always at risk of obtaining a scuff mark or two, making them less practical than darker shades. But as always, fashion enthusiasts are drawing our attention to the high potential of bright white, ivory, and cream-toned heels in a cold-weather outfit. They’re an eye-catching detail that pops against tights and are proving to be the ultimate pairing to bright-colored outfits—just ask Dua Lipa, who recently paired Jude’s Fame Pumps with a baby blue leather skirt set while on tour.

Black heels are fine, but this winter, see how the best-dressed names from Dua Lipa to Parisian fashion people are styling white pumps in all their latest outfits.