Olivia Palermo has long been celebrated for her ability to mix high fashion with a quirky, personal twist — and Paris Haute Couture Week Spring/Summer 2016 was a prime example.
Back in January 2016, the style icon fully embraced geometric prints, stepping out in two standout “square” looks in a single day. First, she attended the Christian Dior Haute Couture show in a tailored plaid dress paired with bold accessories, before switching things up at the Schiaparelli presentation in a checkered shirt‑and‑pants combo layered under a luxe fur vest.
Olivia Palermo Stuns in Plaid Christian Dior Dress and Thigh-High Jimmy Choo Boots
Olivia Palermo’s funky Christian Dior sunglasses at the Christian Dior Haute Couture Spring Summer 2016 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 25, 2016, in Paris (Credit: WENN)
For the Christian Dior show, Olivia wore a plaid dress with funky sunglasses and a red croc purse from the brand.
Style icon Olivia Palermo attends the Christian Dior Haute Couture show in a plaid dress and over-the-knee boots
She paired her all-Dior look with the “Toni” over-the-knee boots from Jimmy Choo. From red‑carpet moments to high‑fashion campaigns, the British luxury brand’s knee‑high and thigh‑high boots continue to dominate the style scene.
Whether sleek leather, croc‑embossed textures, or metallic finishes, these statement‑making designs bring instant polish to any outfit.
👠 Jimmy Choo’s Knee‑High & Thigh‑High Boot Moments on Your Next Shoes:
- 📏 Cheryl Cole’s sultry red‑carpet moment in Jimmy Choo “Toni” stretch‑leather thigh‑high boots — sleek almond toe, side‑zip, ~3½″ heel, made a bold style statement in 2016.
- 📏 Chloë Grace Moretz steps out in Jimmy Choo “Daize” ankle‑length boots, a Victorian‑inspired lace‑up style, though ankle‑height, still part of elevated boots coverage.
- 📏 Kendall Jenner’s campaign look in gold “Blake” metallic knee‑high boots — sculptural heels and pointed toes from Jimmy Choo’s Fall 2022 campaign.
- 📏 Winnie Harlow’s runway‑ready brown croc‑effect “Alizze” knee‑high boots at the 2025 Pegasus World Cup — standout for their pointed toe and strong block heel.
Olivia Palermo’s Jimmy Choo “Toni” over-the-knee boots, featuring a pointed toe and stiletto heel
Olivia Palermo Mixes High-Low Fashion in Schiaparelli Show Look with Zara and Sol Sana
The model was also seen in a contrasting print look at the Schiaparelli show. Olivia wore a checkered shirt and pants from Zara, which she wore underneath a fur vest.
Olivia Palermo attends the Schiaparelli show in a checkered shirt and pants, layered under a fur vest, and accessorized with sunglasses
The newly‑married gal completed her look with oversized Wunderkind sunglasses, the same Dior purse from her previous outfit, and a pair of “Tabby” wedges by Sol Sana — an Australian footwear label founded in 2010 by Sara Caverley in Sydney.
👠 Spotlight on Sol Sana Footwear in Celebrity Style:
- 📏 Emma Roberts spotted in Sol Sana “Malvin” mule‑booties, blending croc‑embossed straps and removable harness detailing for a sophisticated street‑style look.
- 📏 Lily Collins stepping out in stacked‑heel Sol Sana sandals — elevated yet playful footwear that perfectly complements her bold summer styling.
- 📏 Lily Collins wearing Sol Sana “Taylor” sandals — open-toe slingbacks with silver-tone eyelets and a ~4″ heel seen at LA Gay Pride Parade.
Known for its blend of contemporary runway‑inspired designs and timeless silhouettes, Sol Sana creates high‑quality leather shoes that balance comfort, wearability, and a touch of edge — making these wedges a perfect complement to Palermo’s effortlessly chic ensemble.
Olivia Palermo wears wedges from Sol Sana while attending the Schiaparelli Haute Couture Spring-Summer 2016 show, as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 25, 2016, in Paris, France
The styling forces are strong with this one. Olivia even got her event designer friend, Lucas Somoza, to join in on the square fun.
Olivia Palermo even got her friend, stylist and event designer Lucas Somoza, in on her square craze (Credit: Olivia Palermo’s Instagram)
Olivia Palermo’s Evolving Shoe Game: From Haute Couture to Modern Street Style
While her 2016 Haute Couture Week looks remain iconic, Olivia didn’t stop there. In the years that followed, she transitioned from bold couture statements to a refined, street‑style‑ready aesthetic — balancing high‑end designer pieces with approachable, everyday staples.
She has embraced structured silhouettes with statement boots and proved her relevance on the fashion circuit with runway‑inspired footwear that has kept her ahead of the trend curve.
👠 Olivia Palermo’s Signature Shoe Looks (as covered by YNS):
- 📏 Olivia Palermo showing off her shoe collection at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week — featuring Jimmy Choo “Gala” flats, Givenchy brogues, and fringe‑embellished slingbacks during the 2017 shows.
- 📏 Olivia Palermo slaying Paris Fashion Week in an Elie Saab jacket and Gianvito Rossi knee‑high combat boots — Culottes paired with hefty leather combat boots at the March 2022 shows.
- 📏 Olivia Palermo styling Gianvito Rossi “Chester” Chelsea boots — street‑style editorial showcasing her birthday look featuring Italian lug‑sole boots.
- 📏 Olivia Palermo’s Milan Fashion Week footwear in Casadei Superblade heels — over‑the‑knee patent boots, slingbacks, and pumps at Milan shows.
- 📏 Olivia Palermo styled in red-and-white layers with white AGL loafers — at the Dress for Success event.