Mindy Kaling has been busy this week promoting her upcoming Hulu comedy series, Not Suitable for Work. While she isn’t part of the cast, Kaling created the series, which premieres on June 2.
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I loved how she elevated her press appearances with chic, statement-making pumps! Her outfits from Schiaparelli and Simkhai were already stunning, but her footwear added an extra touch of polish and sophistication that didn’t go unnoticed.
Mindy Kaling shows off her whimsical style in Schiaparelli, Simkhai, and Christian Louboutin while promoting her upcoming Hulu comedy series, Not Suitable for Work, on May 27, 2026, in New York City(Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)
Let’s take a look at what she wore.
Mindy Kaling Elevates Schiaparelli’s Tailored Dress With Statement Keyhole Pumps
Mindy Kaling’s head-to-toe Schiaparelli ensemble exuded a surrealist corporate-chic vibe with a polished, fashion-girl twist. The outfit had that sharp boss energy I love, but the quirky Schiaparelli details kept it from looking too serious.
Her $2,200 Schiaparelli “Keyhole” pumps were such a fun choice. Made from glossy black patent leather, they kept the look sleek and sophisticated, while the Maison’s signature gold-tone metal keyhole detail at the vamps added a playful finish.
The low-cut sides and scalloped heel counters created a more delicate shape around the foot, while the pointed square toes and 4-inch slightly flared stiletto heels gave her legs a longer, sharper line!
Mindy Kaling slips into Schiaparelli’s Keyhole pumps in glossy black patent leather with a gold-tone keyhole at the vamps, scalloped heel counters, and flared stiletto heels (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)
Kaling paired the statement pumps with a $5,600 sleeveless knee-length Schiaparelli dress made from gray mottled canvas. The design mimicked a tailored business suit, thanks to the structured collar and flap waist pockets.
Long pleated chest pockets added extra dimension, while rounded piped pockets on the skirt softened the pencil silhouette. Adding that signature whimsical Schiaparelli touch to the tailored dress, the gold bijoux buttons down the front brought a luxe, jewelry-like finish.
To complete the look, Kaling carried Schiaparelli’s $6,400 Mini Face Bag, featuring trompe-l’oeil-printed resin eyes, a brass nose, and wide lips. Her long geometric earrings, bracelets, and rings brought in just the right amount of sparkle, making the whole look chic and unmistakably Schiaparelli.
Mindy Kaling anchors her tailored gray Schiaparelli dress with glossy black Keyhole pumps, whose gold-tone hardware echoes the dress’s bijoux buttons and the whimsical details of her statement handbag (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)
Mindy Kaling Brings Spring Sparkle in Christian Louboutin Degraqueen Crystal Pumps
Earlier that day, Mindy Kaling visited the Good Morning America studios in a chic, high-fashion spring look that blended playful texture with polished elegance.
Her choice of Christian Louboutin “Degraqueen” pumps definitely elevated her spring outfit. Made in Italy from transparent PVC, the shoes had a barely-there effect that kept the look light and modern.
They were embellished with crystals that formed floral decorations scattered all over the clear upper, adding a pretty, garden-inspired sparkle that worked beautifully with her bright dress. Finished with pointed toes, silver leather heel counters, and high heels, the pumps brought just the right amount of glamour.
You can get her Christian Louboutin “Degraqueen” embellished PVC pumps for $1,395 at Mytheresa.
One year earlier, Leighton Meester styled an elaborate Giambattista Valli dress with Christian Louboutin’s Degraqueen pumps at The Buccaneers Season 2 premiere at The Twenty Two in New York City.
Mindy Kaling elevates her elegant spring look with the Christian Louboutin “Degraqueen” pumps in clear PVC with floral crystals (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)
Kaling paired the clear embellished heels with a butter yellow midi dress from Simkhai’s Spring/Summer 2025 collection. I loved how fresh and feminine this outfit looked on her, especially with that soft butter yellow shade against her complexion. It instantly made the whole look radiant and perfect for daytime TV.
The dress featured a sleek, body-skimming fit, a square neckline, and slim cami straps, giving it a clean, elegant shape. The skirt slightly flared near the hem, where tonal floral and feather appliqués added texture and a whimsical spring finish.
Kaling also carried a transparent bag that matched her shoes, keeping the accessories light and cohesive. Her $9,860 Selim Mouzannar diamond chandelier earrings, bracelet, and rings added the final touch of sparkle.
Mindy Kaling pairs Christian Louboutin’s crystal-embellished Degraqueen pumps with a butter yellow Simkhai dress, letting the transparent heels and floral appliqués create a light, spring-ready finish (Credit: Roger Wong / INSTARimages)
More Mindy Kaling Shoe Moments Worth Revisiting
Kaling’s latest press-tour heels fit neatly into a longer pattern: she often chooses polished pumps with a distinctive detail, whether that means metallic leather, crystal embellishments, glossy patent leather, or a sculptural designer finish.
👠 Explore Mindy Kaling’s Best Shoe Moments:
- 📏 Standing at 5’2½” (158.8 cm) and wearing a US shoe size 7, Mindy Kaling often uses sharp pumps, metallic finishes, and embellished heels to add polish to her red carpet and press-tour style.
- ✨ Her metallic Fendi pump moment paired perforated silver T-strap heels with a sunny Moschino tweed dress for a playful take on daytime polish.
- 💎 Her Dolce & Gabbana lace peep-toe pumps brought crystal embellishment and old-Hollywood texture to a sleek black Hulu TCA look.
- 🖤 Her Saint Laurent “Janis” pumps at Tribeca sharpened a black Helmut Lang suit with glossy patent leather, pointed toes, and platform height.
- 🌸 Leighton Meester’s Christian Louboutin “Degraqueen” pumps show how the same crystal-dotted PVC style can add lightness and sparkle to an intricate designer dress.
- ❤️ Mindy’s WWD Style Awards look leaned into sculptural black dressing, finished with Christian Louboutin “Galativi” pumps for a refined evening silhouette.