In July 2015, at the height of media buzz surrounding Ciara’s relationship with Russell Wilson, her ex-fiancé Future made headlines for criticizing the NFL star’s hands-on approach to parenting.
However, while tabloids fixated on the stroller drama, Ciara commanded the spotlight at the ESPY Awards in Los Angeles, dazzling in an ombré Elie Saab gown styled with reworked Jimmy Choo sandals.
Ciara radiated elegance with a sleek center-part hairstyle, soft smoky eyes, and a glossy nude lip that highlighted her natural beauty
The adorable couple was photographed together at the ESPY Awards (short for Excellence in Sports Performance Yearly Awards).
Ciara wasn’t the only star making headlines on the 2015 ESPYs red carpet. The event was packed with high-glam moments, with several celebrities showcasing unforgettable designer gowns and statement heels.
👠 More Star-Studded Shoe Moments from the 2015 ESPYs:
- 📏 Kendall and Kylie Jenner delivered sister style goals—Kendall in a sheer Alexandre Vauthier gown with Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals, and Kylie in a glittering gold Shady Zeineldine dress styled with Tamara Mellon heels.
- 🌟 Halle Berry turned heads in a daring leather-and-lace Teresa Helbig mini dress, elevated by sleek Brian Atwood pumps.
- 👑 Rachel McAdams stood out in a bold red Cristiano Burani suit, finishing her look with gradient Christian Louboutin Pigalle Follies pumps.
Singer Ciara and NFL player Russell Wilson attend The 2015 ESPYS at Microsoft Theater on July 15, 2015, in Los Angeles, California (Credit: FayesVision / La Niece / WENN)
Ciara wore a stunning ombré creation by Elie Saab, paired with custom Jimmy Choo high heels. The choice was fitting—few brands are as synonymous with red-carpet glamour as Jimmy Choo. Beloved by celebrities for decades, the label pioneered the art of “celebrity dressing,” from Princess Diana’s early endorsement to pop-culture fame in Sex and the City.
With its reputation for impeccable Italian craftsmanship, timeless yet daring designs, and a “lucky charm” legacy at awards shows, Jimmy Choo remains a go-to for stars who want to balance sophistication, comfort, and sparkle.
Ciara completed her look with minimalist black ankle-strap Jimmy Choo sandals that added sleek polish to her red-carpet ensemble
Future was quoted at the time as saying that having another man push his son in a stroller was “the last thing anyone should do.”
While that remark fueled headlines, the real story on the 2015 ESPYs red carpet was Ciara herself—radiant in her Elie Saab gown and Jimmy Choo sandals, styled with effortless charm.
Ciara stunned at the 2015 ESPY Awards in a flowing ombré Elie Saab gown with a daring thigh-high slit, perfectly complemented by sleek black Jimmy Choo sandals
From her show-stopping ESPYs appearance to countless other red-carpet and street-style moments, Ciara continues to prove why she’s one of fashion’s most versatile risk-takers.
More of Ciara’s Iconic Shoe and Fashion Moments
👠 More of Ciara’s Iconic Style Moments:
- 📏 Ciara slays in a mini skirt, Retrofête denim blazer, and Balenciaga Flex over-the-knee boots on Watch What Happens Live.
- 🌟 Ciara turns heads in a sheer Dundas “naked dress” and Santoni satin sandals at the 2023 Vanity Fair Oscars afterparty.
- 👑 Ciara dazzles at the AMAs in a bright blue Balmain suit and Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Neyla’ sandals.
- 🗺 Get to know Ciara’s real height, US size 11—plus the heels she uses to elevate her look.
- 🏆 Ciara’s bold 2019 ESPY moment: an Alexandre Vauthier cut-out gown with Giuseppe Zanotti sandals.
Ciara kept her beauty look polished with sleek center-parted hair, bronzed skin, and a muted mauve lip that elevated the sophistication of her black Elie Saab gown