Ariana Grande’s 2014 Style File: From Saint Laurent Pumps to Retro Platforms

Ariana Grande cycled through several distinct versions of her 2014 style persona in London and Los Angeles that year — from ultra-feminine matching sets and towering pumps to sleek black separates softened with fur and retro-inspired platform heels.

Across all three looks, her footwear remained the anchor, reinforcing the polished, doll-like aesthetic that defined her early pop-star era.

Winter White in London: Ariana Grande Wears Topshop Lace and Saint Laurent “Janis” Pumps

Ariana Grande greeting fans at the BBC Radio 1 studios in London, England, on December 1, 2014 (Credit: Duval / WENN)

During a visit to the BBC Radio 1 studios in London on December 1, 2014, Ariana Grande leaned fully into her signature hyper-feminine style, stepping out in a white Topshop lace bralette and matching miniskirt despite the chilly weather.

Ariana Grande paired a white lace bralette and matching miniskirt with pointed-toe Saint Laurent “Janis” pumps

Instead of wearing her gray fur coat, she carried it over her arms while greeting fans outside the studio, allowing the coordinated lace set and white Saint Laurent “Janis” pumps to remain the focus of the outfit.

A black cat-ear headband — one of her defining accessories of the era — added a playful touch.

Ariana Grande elevated the monochrome outfit with white Saint Laurent “Janis” pumps featuring razor-sharp stilettos, rounded toes, and concealed platforms that added dramatic height

The sharply pointed pumps became a recurring favorite in Ariana’s wardrobe throughout 2014.

She had already worn the same silhouette in other colors earlier that year, including a beige patent version and another pair previously spotted during appearances with Nathan Sykes.

Saint Laurent “Janis” pumps in black patent leather

Saint Laurent “Janis” pumps in light beige patent leather

Sleek at BBC Radio 1: Ariana Grande Balances Black Separates, Fur, and Pointed Pumps

Just weeks earlier, Ariana arrived at the same London radio studios in a darker, more streamlined outfit that balanced glamour with cold-weather practicality.

Ariana Grande paired a black crop top and pencil skirt with a dramatic fur scarf while arriving at BBC Radio 1 Studios

This time, she styled a fitted black crop top with a matching pencil skirt, highlighting her petite frame while maintaining a cleaner, more monochromatic silhouette.

The oversized fur scarf introduced texture and softened the otherwise sharp lines of the outfit.

The oversized fur scarf added texture and drama to Ariana Grande’s sleek black ensemble

Her signature high ponytail, plum-toned lipstick, structured black handbag, and pointed pumps kept the look polished without feeling overly formal.

Ariana Grande greeted fans outside BBC Radio 1 Studios in London on October 9, 2014 (Credit: Mario Mitsis / Duval / WENN)

Compared to the playful white lace set she wore later that year, this outfit leaned more mature and understated while still staying true to the ultra-feminine styling that defined her early red-carpet and street-style appearances.

Retro Off-Duty Style: Ariana Grande Shops at Chanel in Pour La Victoire Platform Pumps

Earlier in 2014, Ariana Grande took a more relaxed approach to dressing while shopping at the Chanel boutique in Los Angeles, though her love of statement footwear remained unchanged.

Ariana Grande embraced understated black separates while shopping at the Chanel boutique in Los Angeles on January 18, 2014 (Credit: WENN)

She wore an all-black outfit accessorized with a petite Chanel handbag and a floppy hat, creating a softer, retro-inspired silhouette compared to her more stage-ready London outfits later that year.

Ariana Grande’s signature high ponytail had already become a defining part of her style identity in 2014

The standout detail was her pair of black Pour La Victoire “Portia” platform pumps, which featured sculpted, flared heels and rounded toes, giving the shoes a distinctly retro feel.

Ariana Grande finished the understated look with a small Chanel handbag and retro-inspired platform pumps

While the outfit itself was relatively minimal, the chunky platforms hinted at the exaggerated footwear silhouettes that would continue appearing throughout Ariana’s fashion evolution in the years that followed.

Ariana Grande wore Pour La Victoire “Portia” platform pumps with sculpted flared heels

Ariana Grande’s 2014 Style Era Was Defined by Statement Shoes

From pointed Saint Laurent pumps and retro-inspired platforms to sleek monochrome separates softened with fur, Ariana Grande’s 2014 wardrobe reflected the ultra-feminine styling that helped define her early pop-star image.

Whether she was arriving at BBC Radio 1 in London or shopping quietly in Los Angeles, her footwear consistently anchored each look — balancing playful silhouettes with polished designer details.

Explore more of Ariana Grande’s standout shoe moments, signature heels, and fashion evolution below.