Teyana Taylor Elevates All-Black Leather Look in $2,200 Khaite “Bella” Wedge Boots and Phoebe Philo for Colbert

When Teyana Taylor stepped out for The Late Show with Stephen Colbert to talk about her Best Supporting Oscar nomination for One Battle After Another, she kept it classic with an all-black look that was anything but basic.

Head-to-toe black can easily feel safe or repetitive, but that’s never the case with Teyana. She has a way of turning something simple into a full-on fashion moment.

Teyana Taylor steps out in New York City on February 25, 2026, wearing sculptural Khaite “Bella” knee-high boots styled with a sleek all-black leather ensemble by Phoebe Philo before her appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (Credit: Janet Mayer / INSTARimages)

Teyana Taylor Elevates The Late Show in $2,200 Khaite “Bella” 100 Knee-High Boots

Taylor slipped into the Khaite “Bella” boots, crafted in Italy from two-toned baby calfskin leather that’s been tumbled for that soft, broken-in feel. These boots were all about sharp lines and luxe detail, balanced by relaxed slouchy shafts that gave the silhouette a cool, effortless edge.

The sculpturally wrapped wedge heels were finished with the brand’s signature Empire gold hardware tip, adding a subtle flash of shine. Her Khaite Bella 100 leather knee-high boots retail for $2,200 at Mytheresa.

Teyana Taylor enhances her look’s modern edge by slipping into the Khaite “Bella” boots with sculpturally wrapped wedge heels and Empire gold hardware tip (Credit: Janet Mayer / INSTARimages)

Phoebe Philo’s “Moon” Bomber and Leather Pants Define Teyana Taylor’s Sleek Colbert Appearance

Teyana paired the boots with a sleek Phoebe Philo ensemble from the Spring 2026 collection. The black leather pants fit almost like leggings, hugging her frame and giving her that long, streamlined look. They featured angular zip pockets in the front that added just the right amount of edge, and she tucked them into her boots to keep everything looking sleek and pulled together.

Up top, she wore the $7,750 oversized black “Moon” bomber jacket, made from softened, oil-finished leather, with a high, curved neck and a sculptural, asymmetrical wrap-style fold-over lapel that framed her face and cascaded down her torso.

The exaggerated volume and fluid silhouette gave the piece a commanding presence, while the long sleeves with elasticated cuffs kept it polished. Underneath, she layered a fitted black turtleneck that fit her like a glove, balancing the oversized leather jacket perfectly and keeping the whole look sleek and clean.

Teyana Taylor pairs her Khaite knee-high boots with black leather pants and an oversized black “Moon” bomber jacket by Phoebe Philo (Credit: Janet Mayer / INSTARimages)

Schiaparelli’s Anatomic Bijoux Jewelry Adds Surreal Drama to Teyana Taylor’s All-Black Look

Of course, no Teyana Taylor look is ever complete without statement accessories. To elevate her all-black designer look, she wore gold Schiaparelli jewelry, adding warmth, shine, and that signature surreal touch the fashion house is known for.

Her $2,300 Anatomic Bijoux earrings, crafted from brass and embellished with rhinestones and pearls, were true conversation starters. One earring featured a surreal ear with a pierced nipple and a tooth jewel. The other showcased a pierced nose with a dangling snail and a surreal mouth.

Teyana accented her black-manicured hands with bold Schiaparelli pieces and finished with an oversized gold chain bracelet. Her signature two-tone glossy lips added extra glam, while Schiaparelli sunglasses topped with dramatic gold extended eyelashes sealed the look.

Teyana Taylor adds a touch of whimsy to her tough-chic all-black leather look with gold jewels by Schiaparelli, including a pair of hammered sunglasses with eyelashes (Credit: Janet Mayer / INSTARimages)

Teyana Taylor’s Bold Footwear Evolution: From Sky-High Platforms to Sculptural Designer Boots

Whether she’s commanding the red carpet in towering platform heels or redefining modern power dressing in architectural boots, Teyana Taylor consistently proves that footwear is the foundation of her style narrative. Revisit some of her standout shoe moments below.