The Polished Shoe Trend You'll Spot On All the Locals in London This Summer
Wherever Bella Hadid goes, the fashion world follows. Case in point: during a visit to Paris this past March, the model was spotted in ballet flat sneakers—a style that's since gained serious traction among French fashion people. Now, Hadid is once again setting the pace. Over the weekend in London, she stepped out in another standout footwear choice that’s already catching the attention of trend-savvy Londoners: slingback kitten heels.
Defined by their short, slim heel, ankle-framing strap, and typically pointed or almond-shaped toe, slingback kitten heels are classic and modern. Hadid’s particular pair, from cult-favorite Parisian label Maje, features bold buckle detailing on both the toe box and the slingback strap—a contemporary twist on the timeless silhouette. She styled them elegantly with a navy pinstripe blazer dress layered over a crisp white button-down, effortlessly tying the look together with her coordinating white heels.
On Bella Hadid: Maje Slingback Pumps ($305)
Unsurprisingly, the exact pair she wore is already flying off the shelf. Our advice? Add them to your cart before they're gone. Scroll on to snag Hadid's exact pair, shop more elevated takes on the slingback kitten heel, and see how London's style set is already styling these shoes.
Shop Hadid's Heels
maje
Double Buckle Slingback Pumps
Who wouldn't want to match with a supermodel?
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ZARA
Slingback Kitten Heels
Off-white colored footwear looks so rich.
MANGO
Patent Leather-Effect Heeled Shoes
Your white jean outfits are waiting to be styled with beige slingback kitten heels.
Reformation
Wrenley Heeled Slingbacks
These are also available in leopard print, patent leather burgundy, black suede, and olive-green satin.
Style Notes: Leather pants aren't just for fall and winter—just ask Kylie and Kendall Jenner, who wore them to a recent Knicks game, as well as London-native Danielle Jinadu. You can style them now throughout the summer with slingback kitten heels and a lightweight sweater or a white tank top.
Tony Bianco
Koko Slingbacks
I adore the buckle details.
NEOUS
Acantho Fishnet and Leather Slingback Pumps
These are somewhat different from Hadid's pair, but they are equally, if not more, polished.
Style Notes: Add a pop of color to your neutral matching set with red slingback kitten heels.
Sam Edelman
Bianka Slingback Heels
The secret to elevating basics this summer? Leopard-print shoes.
Toteme
55MM Satin Slingback Pumps
