Ashanti, who wears a shoe size 6, did her best to steal the thunder at the 2014 BET Awards at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live. Other celebrities who joined her on the red carpet include Gabrielle Union, Kerry Washington, and Paris Hilton.
Ashanti turns heads at the 2014 BET Awards in a daring white Michael Costello gown with lace sleeves, bold cutouts, and metallic-accented Tom Ford sandals
The then-33-year-old recording artist, producer, and actress turned heads in a floor-length, long-sleeved Michael Costello gown, detailed with delicate lace and a daring keyhole cutout that brought sultry sophistication to the red carpet.
Balancing the bold silhouette with statement footwear, Ashanti finished the look with sculptural black-and-gold Tom Ford stiletto sandals that added an extra edge of glamour.
Ashanti in a white long-sleeved and lace-embellished dress from Michael Costello at the 2014 BET Awards held at the Nokia Theatre L.A. Live in Los Angeles, USA on June 29, 2014 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
👠 Beauty & Edge at the 2014 BET Awards:
- 🩰 Zendaya stole the spotlight at age 17 with silver-studded Brian Atwood “Clizia” platform sandals, perfectly complementing her bold street-style varsity jacket and maxi skirt combo.
- ⚡ Gabrielle Union went bold in thigh-high boots paired with a Grecian-inspired Maria Lucia Hohan gown—an adventurous combo that sparked buzz on the red carpet.
- 🔥 Nicki Minaj channeled fierce gladiator vibes in 14.5″ knee-high strappy sandals (Giuseppe Zanotti-esque), topped off with red Anthony Vaccarello heels under a glittery black dress.
- ✨ Paris Hilton dazzled in Michael Costello, completing her look with nude Christian Louboutin “Bianca” pumps for polished red carpet glamour.
Ashanti pairs her daring Michael Costello gown with sculptural black-and-gold Tom Ford stiletto sandals featuring a metallic heel and cutout straps
👠 Explore Ashanti’s Best Shoe Moments:
- 📏 Ashanti’s Petite Stature & Shoe Size – At 5′3″ and wearing a US shoe size 8.5, Ashanti often turns to bold heels to elevate her glamorous red carpet style.
- 🧨 Spiked Swagger in Christian Louboutin ‘Snakilta’ Boots – Ashanti embraced rocker chic with multicolored spike-covered booties, proving that statement shoes can anchor any look.
- 🌈 Playful in Sergio Rossi ‘Tawaraya’ Sandals – She paired bold geometric fringe heels with vibrant makeup and a fun, flirty outfit in Las Vegas.
- 💖 Pink Power in Crystal-Encrusted Giuseppe Zanottis – At her PrettyLittleThing launch, Ashanti stunned in fuchsia sandals with glittering ankle cuffs.
- ✨ Gilded Glamour at the Grammys – Wearing gold Giuseppe Zanotti ‘Harmony’ heels, she shimmered in a sheer Yas Couture gown on music’s biggest night.