When the Met Gala red carpet gets rolled out each year, all eyes are on the glittering and glamorous looks worn by the star-studded guest list. As the ultimate global fashion event of the year, it stands to reason that all the attention is cast on the gowns, suits and sets, and the celebrity icons wearing them. But underneath the sweeping trains and voluminous skirts is a very important, oft overlooked accessory: the shoes.
Shoes at the Met Gala are typically understated, letting the wearer’s dress or ensemble do all the talking. Simple, no-fuss strappy stilettos have long been a popular choice, giving the wearer height without distracting from the wardrobe. Many of the shoes that grace the Met Gala carpet are never even glimpsed underneath the billowing bolts of fabric, anyway.
But there are some stars over the years who have made their footwear as much a priority of their red carpet look as anything else. From Michaela Coel’s golden Schiaparelli toes to SZA’s bejewelled knee-high Versace boots and Katy Perry’s crimson Marigela Tabis, and more, there’s many a celeb who has stepped out best foot forward at the iconic event. An outfit is never really complete without the perfect pair of shoes, after all.
Ahead, all the best shoes we’ve ever seen on the Met Gala red carpet.
