Back in January 2016, Gwyneth Paltrow turned heads while showing her support for best friend Stella McCartney at the designer’s star-studded Autumn Collection Presentation at Amoeba Music in Los Angeles.
Gwyneth Paltrow wears her blonde hair down at the Stella McCartney Autumn 2016 Presentation at Amoeba Music on January 12, 2016, in Los Angeles, California (Credit: FayesVision / Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
At 5 feet 9 inches (175.3 cm), Gwyneth Paltrow towered over her best friend, Stella McCartney, who stands at 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm), as the two posed for photos in coordinating little black dresses that highlighted their long legs.
Gwyneth Paltrow towers over her longtime friend Stella McCartney as the pair pose in sleek little black dresses at the designer’s Autumn 2016 Collection Presentation in Los Angeles
The GOOP founder wore a short black Stella McCartney batwing dress that featured a blue floral ruffle peplum detail.
From celebrity red carpets to airport style, Stella McCartney’s designs continue to make waves in both fashion and footwear. Below, we’ve rounded up some of her most memorable moments featured on Your Next Shoes.
Stella McCartney in the Spotlight: Shoes, Style & Celebrity Moments
👠 Explore Stella McCartney Shoe & Style Features:
- 📸 The 7 Best Shoes Celebrities Wore to Stella McCartney’s Autumn 2018 Presentation – A photo-packed roundup spotlighting celebs (Kate Hudson, Vanessa Hudgens, Paris Jackson, and more) wearing standout Stella McCartney platform styles.
- ✈️ Wealthy Stella McCartney Nails Jet-Set Chic in Odette Monk Shoes – Stella McCartney’s own airport style featuring her “Odette” loafers with buckle monk straps and serrated soles.
- 🌺 Jordana Brewster Shows Off Stella McCartney Wedges on Errand Run in LA – Jordana Brewster spotted in red Stella McCartney wedge sandals paired with Tory Sport dress during a casual outing.
- 🌟 Cate Blanchett Shines in Recycled Gold Stella McCartney Suit at Earthshot Prize Awards – A standout sustainable fashion moment as she wears Stella’s Spring/Summer 2024 three-piece suit. (Not footwear-focused but still on-brand)
- 📜 The 14 Most Influential British Designers & Brands – A broader roundup featuring Stella McCartney among iconic British designers, offering context around her brand’s authority and heritage.
Gwyneth Paltrow stuns in a black Stella McCartney batwing mini dress with blue floral ruffle detailing, paired with cobalt Laurence Dacade ‘Pete’ suede booties on the black carpet
She kept the rest of her look simple with minimal jewelry, but added a pop of bold color to the black ensemble with a pair of electric blue booties.
Gwyneth Paltrow keeps her look polished with a sleek center-parted hairstyle and minimal accessories
The cookbook author rounded out her look with a center-parted ‘do with subtle waves and barely-there makeup.
Gwyneth Paltrow’s cobalt Laurence Dacade ‘Pete’ booties added a bold pop of color to her black Stella McCartney dress while visually elongating her already statuesque 5’9″ (175.3 cm) frame
Laurence Dacade’s Parisian “Pete” Booties Add Bold Elegance to Paltrow’s Look
Gwyneth’s striking blue boots are the “Pete” booties by Laurence Dacade, a Parisian luxury accessories designer who launched her eponymous shoe line in 2008. Dacade’s passion for footwear began at just fourteen, when she bought her first pair of red and blue striped ballerinas. She later trained at the AFPIC School in Paris to perfect the technical art of shoemaking.
Known for blending sexiness, comfort, and a distinctly “French touch,” her designs draw inspiration from women she observes during her travels through airports and train stations.
In addition to her own label, Dacade has lent her creative vision to luxury houses such as Balmain, Christian Lacroix, Karl Lagerfeld, Givenchy, and Chanel. Her cobalt suede “Pete” booties—crafted with a minimalist silhouette, sturdy side pull tabs, and 3.5-inch block heels—added both bold color and timeless sophistication to Paltrow’s sleek Stella McCartney look.
Close-up of Gwyneth Paltrow’s cobalt blue Laurence Dacade ‘Pete’ suede ankle booties, featuring a minimalist silhouette and sturdy block heels
And when it comes to standout footwear moments, Laurence Dacade has also made unforgettable impressions on and off the red carpet. Below are some of the most notable Laurence Dacade shoe features on Your Next Shoes.
Laurence Dacade on the Radar: Celebrities & Signature Shoe Highlights
👢 Explore Laurence Dacade Shoe Moments:
- 👩👦 Hilary Duff’s Casual-Chic Mommy-and-Me Style with Laurence Dacade Boots – Duff pairs camel-heeled Pete booties with Rag & Bone and J Brand in a laid-back outing with her son.
- 🏖️ How to Style a Batik-Inspired Asymmetrical Wrap Skirt Like Hilary Duff – An effortless beach-meets-boho outfit elevated by Laurence Dacade Pete leather ankle booties.
- ✨ Elle Fanning’s Cannes Glam: Coral Laurence Dacade Pumps – Elle pairs a pastel Prada shift with coral platform pumps by Laurence Dacade at the Cannes Film Festival.
- 🎸 Avril Lavigne in Laurence Dacade “Dolene” Gladiator Sandals – Avril brings skater-edgy vibes to the Billboard Music Awards with knee-high gladiator sandals by Laurence Dacade.