Not Ankle Boots, Not Flats—Cigarette Trousers Look Chicest When Worn With This Under-the-Radar Shoe Trend

If your New Year’s resolutions included elevating your everyday style, allow me to share the chic footwear swap I just spotted Jennifer Lawrence endorsing.

Making a considered styling switch, Lawrence stepped away from your average ankle boots and flats, instead pairing her sleek navy cigarette trousers with a shoe trend that refreshed the timeless trouser. Sidestepping predictable pairs, she opted for a tall black heel finished with a subtle asymmetric cut-out.

The little flash of skin created by the cut-out design brought a sense of lightness to her look, stopping her tailored trousers and black wool coat from feeling overly formal or serious—a clever styling move that adds interest without detracting from the clean silhouette.

As cigarette trousers (and cigarette jeans) continue to gain traction this season, I’ve been on the lookout for elegant shoe pairings that make this streamlined shape feel modern and wearable. Jennifer’s under-the-radar heels might just be my favourite take yet. Polished but not predictable, it feels in step with the looks I’m channelling for back-to-office January dressing