It’s officially spring! There’s no better way to kick off the new season than with a pair of wedge heels. Katie Holmes did that on Tuesday, welcoming spring in color-blocked wedge heels by Franco Sarto.
Wedges will be huge this spring 2024, and I don’t mind seeing Katie embrace the trend. I love how she styled her wedge sandals with pants and a chunky knit sweater, creating the perfect transitional spring style.
Katie always makes an impact, regardless of what she’s wearing. I adore her signature style, which often combines relaxed, understated elegance with a hint of contemporary twist. Her bold and trendy footwear selections, in particular, effortlessly complement her carefree ensembles. Just take, for instance, her latest look.
Katie Holmes steps out in New York City on the first day of spring in a neutral outfit with espadrille wedge heels on March 19, 2024 (Credit: Lauren Menowitz / Startraksphoto)
A Chic Solo Stroll in NYC
Enjoying a solo stroll around New York City, the 45-year-old actress looked incredibly chic in her open-toe wedge sandals by Italian shoe label Franco Sarto.
She wore the “Clemens” wedge heels, which feature a two-tone tan and black woven fabric upper with thick toe straps and adjustable ankle straps with hook-and-loop closures. They also come with eco-conscious linings with soft + sustainable comfort and a cushioned footbed, perfect for all-day wear.
The Appeal of Wedge Heels
I’m a huge fan of wedge heels because they boost my height without straining my feet. This Franco Sarto design, $31.99 – $231.92 on Amazon, boasts a 3-inch raffia espadrille wedge heel and 1-inch platform, giving Katie’s 5’9” height an extra lift.
Katie Holmes slips her red pedicured feet into a pair of Franco Sarto Clemens espadrille wedge sandals (Credit: Lauren Menowitz / Startraksphoto)
Mastering Spring Style: Katie’s Fashionable Pairing
Wedge sandals look great with dresses, skirts, and shorts, among other springtime combinations. However, I admire Katie’s outfit pairing, perfectly capturing her sophisticated yet relaxed style.
She looked classy in her beige knit sweater, expertly tucked into navy-blue straight-leg pants with front pleats.
Katie fastened her ankle-length cropped trousers with a black leather belt accented with a silver-toned buckle, giving the carefree ensemble a sophisticated touch.
Considering her previous casual ‘fits, I am impressed with this one—relaxed but polished. I love how everything was put together to produce a neat and chic laid-back look.
Katie Holmes pairs her espadrille wedge sandals with navy blue trousers and a beige knit sweater, creating a perfect transitional spring outfit (Credit: Lauren Menowitz / Startraksphoto)
Accessorizing the Look: Minimalism Meets Elegance
Katie decided not to wear any jewelry, save for her tiny nose ring and earrings, preferring to let her outfit speak for itself. She carried a large black tote bag from Mansur Gavriel, a New York-based luxury handbag and shoe brand known for its elegantly crafted, minimalist leather goods.
The “Large Tote,” retailing for $645 at Farfetch, was reintroduced by the brand for its 10th anniversary in 2023. It’s lightweight and spacious, measuring 19in x 13in x 11.5in.
While the exterior looks plain in black Italian vegetable-tanned leather with just a gold-tone embossed logo, I think the interior is attractive. It is done in contrasting red, adding an intriguing touch to its sleek, modern design.
Katie looked bare-faced during her recent outing, dusting her cheeks with soft pink blush. She wore her long brunette hair in waves, casually flowing around her shoulders. I have to mention I also love the pop of red color brought by her pedicure. It matched her bag’s interior, adding a vibrant color to the ensemble.
Katie Holmes carries her day’s essentials in the black Mansur Gavriel Large Tote with a red interior (Credit: Lauren Menowitz / Startraksphoto)