Capital FM Summertime Ball 2023: The Hottest Shoes on the Red Carpet

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The annual Capital FM Summertime Ball kicked off on June 9 in London, hosting some of the biggest names in pop music.

Some hot shoes walked the arrival carpet to our delight before the many concerts began. If you want to update your shoe collection this summer and need inspiration, allow this lineup to act as a small guide.

Look at the celebrities we spotted and what they wore before hitting the stage.

1. Taylor Swift’s Summer-Chic Look: Shorts, Frilly Tops, and Strappy Sandals

Taylor Swift wearing a stylish ensemble featuring an Oscar de la Renta top and shorts paired with Office shoes and Neil Lane jewelry at the Capital FM Summertime BallTaylor Swift wearing a stylish ensemble featuring an Oscar de la Renta top and shorts paired with Office shoes and Neil Lane jewelry at the Capital FM Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium in London on June 9, 2013 (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

Taylor Swift sure has a thing for wearing shorts with frilly tops these days.

Taylor Swift displays her feet in strappy Office London sandalsTaylor Swift displays her feet in strappy Office London sandals (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

Here, she paired her Oscar de la Renta separates with strappy Office London sandals, which ooze sex appeal. Her blunt bangs and shimmery eye makeup completed her summer-chic look.

Office London "Oppose" Ankle-Strap Sandals in Black SuedeOffice London “Oppose” Ankle-Strap Sandals in Black Suede, $85.61

2. Lisa Snowdon Stuns in Manolo Blahnik ‘BB’ Pumps at 41

British model Lisa Snowdon flaunts her legs in a chic color-blocked tee and a sophisticated leather skirt at the Capital FM Summertime BallBritish model Lisa Snowdon flaunts her legs in a chic color-blocked tee and a sophisticated leather skirt at the Capital FM Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium in London on June 9, 2013 (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

The Manolo Blahnik ‘BB’ pointy-toe pumps are popular among celebrities, and we love to see how they style these wardrobe essentials.

Celebrities adore the iconic Manolo Blahnik 'BB' pointy-toe pumps, and Lisa Snowdon proves their timeless appeal as she effortlessly rocks a pair of metallic BBsCelebrities adore the iconic Manolo Blahnik ‘BB’ pointy-toe pumps, and Lisa Snowdon proves their timeless appeal as she effortlessly rocks a pair of metallic BBs (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

Lisa Snowdon scored a perfect 10 in her metallic BBs, wearing them with a color-blocked tee and a posh leather skirt. It’s hard to believe this fashion model is 41.

Manolo Blahnik 'BB' Pointy-Toe Pumps in Black TitaniumManolo Blahnik ‘BB’ Pointy-Toe Pumps in Black Titanium, $595

3–4. The Saturdays Show Off Their Fashion Sense in Coordinated Looks

British girl group The Saturdays (minus new mom Rochelle) wore matching ensembles right down to their shoes.

The British girl group, The Saturdays, comprising Una Healy, Vanessa White, Mollie King, and Frankie Sandford, stole the show at the Capital FM Summertime BallThe British girl group, The Saturdays, comprising Una Healy, Vanessa White, Mollie King, and Frankie Sandford, stole the show at the Capital FM Summertime Ball held at Wembley Stadium in London on June 9, 2013 (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

Una and Mollie wore black sequin ankle boots, while Vanessa and Frankie wore CJG’s elaborate “Pot of Gold” platform heels.

Una and Mollie opted for stylish black sequin ankle bootsUna and Mollie opted for stylish black sequin ankle boots (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

The girls also wore different variations of the “Onyx” bodysuit from Nichole de Carle, except for Frankie, who hid her blossoming baby bump in a flowy tank.

Pot of Gold shoes from Chloe Green's CJG fashion collectionPot of Gold shoes from Chloe Green’s CJG fashion collection (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

Do you recognize the sequin ankle boots pictured? We could not find them online, but below is a similar style from Sigerson Morrison that we hope you’ll like.

Sigerson Morrison "Gisele" Sequined Ankle BootsSigerson Morrison “Gisele” Sequined Ankle Boots, $222.29

Don’t forget also to check out these fun CJG heels, which feature t-straps with thorns and an all-over etched design.

CJG "Pot of Gold" Platform HeelsCJG “Pot of Gold” Platform Heels, $300

5–6. Ellie Goulding Stuns in Two Midriff-Baring Looks on the Red Carpet

Ellie Goulding wears a midriff-baring outfit with Nike's trendy "Dunk Sky Hi" wedge sneakersEllie Goulding wears a midriff-baring outfit with Nike’s trendy “Dunk Sky Hi” wedge sneakers at the Capital FM Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium in London on June 9, 2013 (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

Pop artist Ellie Goulding must have needed a wardrobe change because she walked the carpet in two different midriff-baring looks.

Ellie Goulding's Nike Dunk shoes feature a black leather upper, white and yellow rubber sole and a 55mm high heel wedge for added heightEllie Goulding’s Nike Dunk shoes feature a black leather upper, white and yellow rubber sole and a 55mm high heel wedge for added height (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

The first was a playful black number matched with Nike “Dunk Sky Hi” wedge sneakers, and the second was a striped crop top paired with a black bondage skirt and funky platform sandals from Topshop.

Ellie Goulding rocks a striped crop top combined with a captivating black bondage skirt and funky platform sandals from TopshopEllie Goulding rocks a striped crop top combined with a captivating black bondage skirt and funky platform sandals from Topshop (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

We think both looks are equally sizzling!

Ellie Goulding, who is 5ft 4 (162.6 cm) tall, wears funky platform sandals from Topshop to elevate her style and add extra heightEllie Goulding, who is 5ft 4 (162.6 cm) tall, wears funky platform sandals from Topshop to elevate her style and add extra height (Credit: Daniel Deme / Richfoto / WENN)

Check out both styles Ellie wore below.

Nike "Dunk Sky Hi" Wedge Sneakers in BlackNike “Dunk Sky Hi” Wedge Sneakers in Black, $120

Topshop "Lassie" Shiny Stack Platform SandalsTopshop “Lassie” Shiny Stack Platform Sandals, $110

Who do you think wore the hottest shoes?