Rihanna’s Love for Ankle-Strap Sandals: A Fashion Statement in Saint Laurent

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We all know that Rihanna is very much into ankle-strap sandals. We’ve seen her in several, such as Celine, Givenchy, and Manolo Blahnik.

Rihanna's outfit during her appearance at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester on June 13, 2013, featured J Brand denim Aiden distressed boyfriend-fit jeans, a Christian Lacroix vintage gold choker, Saint Laurent Paris red leather sandals with ankle cuff straps, Versace VE 4253 semi cat-eye sunglasses in beige brown, and a Superbia dark grey S beanieRihanna’s outfit during her appearance at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester on June 13, 2013, featured J Brand denim Aiden distressed boyfriend-fit jeans, a Christian Lacroix vintage gold choker, Saint Laurent Paris red leather sandals with ankle cuff straps, Versace VE 4253 semi cat-eye sunglasses in beige brown, and a Superbia dark grey S beanie (Credit: WENN)

This month, however, it looks like the pop singer has a new favorite pair. They’re red, and they feature thick buckled ankle straps. Rihanna sported them yesterday while leaving her hotel in Manchester.

Rihanna steps out in a chic ensemble with distressed light blue boyfriend-fit jeans cuffed at the ankle to showcase bold red ankle cuff sandalsRihanna steps out in a chic ensemble with distressed light blue boyfriend-fit jeans cuffed at the ankle to showcase bold red ankle cuff sandals

She wore the heels with loose jeans, a graphic tee, a beanie, and some cat-eye sunglasses—not exactly the best combination for the heels, but she made the whole outfit look cool nonetheless.

Rihanna wearing loose jeans, a graphic tee, a beanie, and cat-eye sunnies while leaving her hotel in Manchester on June 13, 2013Rihanna wearing loose jeans, a graphic tee, a beanie, and cat-eye sunnies while leaving her hotel in Manchester on June 13, 2013

How do you like Ri-Ri’s off-duty style? And what are your thoughts on her hot red ‘Paris’ ankle-cuff sandals from Saint Laurent? Love, lust, or both? They are pretty sexy, yes?

Rihanna showing off her feet in Saint Laurent Paris ankle-cuff sandalsRihanna showing off her feet in Saint Laurent Paris ankle-cuff sandals

They’re pretty much the open-toe versions of the celebrity-favorite Saint Laurent Paris Escarpin pumps.

Close-up of Rihanna's Saint Laurent Paris ankle-cuff sandals, flaunting a chic peep-toe designClose-up of Rihanna’s Saint Laurent Paris ankle-cuff sandals, flaunting a chic peep-toe design

The tapered and narrow peep-toe front distinguishes this pair from the usual single-band ankle-strap silhouette we often see in stores. It doesn’t expose the toes as much.

Saint Laurent "Paris" Ankle-Cuff Sandals

Saint Laurent "Paris" Ankle-Cuff SandalsSaint Laurent “Paris” Ankle-Cuff Sandals, $895

Sadly, the Paris sandals are sold out online, so you’ll have to try your luck at the Saint Laurent store if you want a pair.