Fergie’s Casadei Blade Sandals at the NBA All‑Star Game: What She Wore for Her Jazz‑Style National Anthem

Fergie found out the hard way that bold risks don’t always land—especially on a national stage. The former Black Eyed Peas singer gave a sultry, jazz-club-inspired twist to the U.S. national anthem at the 2018 NBA All-Star Game, putting an unexpected (and widely panned) spin on the patriotic classic.

Watch her cringeworthy rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” complete with breathy vocals, scat-style flourishes, and dramatic jazz hands.

Fergie’s Casadei Blade Sandals: A Sultry NBA All‑Star Game Look

Miss Fergalicious might not have done jazz right in her disastrous performance, but she did manage to nail the cabaret vibe in her figure-hugging ensemble.

Fergie delivers a sultry, jazz-inspired rendition of the US national anthem, “The Star-Spangled Banner,” at the 2018 NBA All-Star Game

Backlash to Fergie’s NBA National Anthem Performance — But Her Shoes Stole the Show

“Here’s the thing about taking risks,” Jimmy Kimmel said a few days later, while also noting that Fergie didn’t intentionally try to ruin the song.

“When it comes to the national anthem — don’t. Don’t take risks when you’re doing brain surgery, don’t take risks when you’re driving a school bus or singing the national anthem. Just regular is fine.”

The American singer looked striking in a black lace off‑the‑shoulder dress, perfectly complemented by Casadei’s black patent ankle‑strap sandals — a signature of the Italian luxury house founded in 1958 by Quinto and Flora Casadei.

Renowned for its artisanal “Made in Italy” craftsmanship and bold, feminine designs, the brand’s iconic Blade heel — a razor‑sharp metal stiletto favored by stars like Beyoncé, Lady Gaga, and Victoria Beckham — brought a modern, high‑octane edge to Fergie’s cabaret‑inspired look.

Fergie wearing a black lace off-shoulder dress and Casadei ankle-strap sandals in her performance of the U.S. national anthem

Never one without a touch of rock element in her look, Fergie accessorized with silver metal rings, black-tipped coffin nails, and black highlights in her blonde hair.

“It actually didn’t sound so bad at first,” one attendee told People. “Everyone was just trying to figure out what was going on. Like, was she about to break out into a different song? Then she started doing all those ranges and it just went downhill.”

Fergie singing the U.S. national anthem at the 2018 NBA All-Star Game at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California, on February 18, 2018.

She later apologized for her massive musical fail. “I’ve always been honored and proud to perform the national anthem and last night I wanted to try something special for the NBA,” Fergie said in a statement to TMZ.

“I’m a risk taker artistically, but clearly this rendition didn’t strike the intended tone. I love this country and honestly tried my best.”

DJ Suede The Remix God, a musician whose real name is Keenan Webb, later had success with a remix of Fergie’s catastrophic national anthem performance.

While her performance drew mixed reviews, Fergie’s footwear choice was a clear win — and it deserves a closer look.

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The singer wore the same Casadei ankle-strap sandals to the season finale viewing of “The Four” a couple of weeks earlier.

Fergie wearing a Versace gold printed satin shirt and a Versace Medusa logo pendant necklace

As gorgeous as she looked in her Versace Spring 2018 gold-scrollwork-print shirt and pants, she appeared to struggle with the steep pitch of the heels, causing slight slippage.

Fergie stuns in a bold gold-and-black Versace baroque print ensemble paired with Casadei Blade ankle-strap sandals at the season finale viewing party for Fox’s “The Four”

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Fergie at the season finale viewing party for Fox’s “The Four” held at Delilah in West Hollywood, California, on February 8, 2018 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / FayesVision / WENN)

Fergie’s toes slightly overhang the edge of her Casadei Blade sandals, a common trade-off when opting for steep heels that visually elongate the legs and boost height

Fergie shows off her black patent Casadei Blade ankle-strap sandals and a natural-toned pedicure, highlighting the sleek silhouette and razor-sharp stiletto heel of the iconic Italian design

While Fergie’s performance may have divided opinions, there’s no question that her fashion—especially her sleek Casadei sandals—made a lasting impression.

Casadei sandals are loved for their iconic Blade heel and their blend of high-quality Italian craftsmanship, comfort, and modern design.

Explore Fergie’s Best Designer Shoe Moments on Your Next Shoes

From daring red‑carpet looks to casual off‑duty style, Fergie has consistently showcased her love for statement footwear. Discover more of her most memorable shoe choices below: