Beyoncé Repeats Alexander McQueen Snakeskin Pumps for Effortless London Travel Style

In mid-October 2014, Beyoncé arrived at St Pancras International in London with Jay-Z and their daughter, Blue Ivy, stepping off the Eurostar from Paris in a look that underscored her instinct for travel-ready polish grounded in statement footwear.

Beyonce, Jay-Z, and Blue Ivy arriving at St Pancras in London, England, on October 14, 2014 (Credit: Karl Piper / WENN)

Rather than relying on trend-driven theatrics, Beyoncé anchored her maroon jumpsuit with graphic snakeskin pumps—proof of how a bold heel can elevate a streamlined silhouette without overwhelming it.

Beyoncé grounded her burgundy travel look with a Stella McCartney Falabella clutch and layered Ash + Ames gold chokers, letting sharp accessories elevate an otherwise streamlined silhouette

She completed the look with a matching Stella McCartney purse, leaving the shoes’ striped snakeskin finish as the focal point.

The result was a timeless street-style moment that still resonates for its balance of practicality, proportion, and sharp footwear choice.

A close-up highlights Beyoncé’s Alexander McQueen snakeskin striped pumps, whose graphic black-and-white pattern and red leather heels add structure and contrast to the monochrome outfit

Statement Pumps as a Styling Anchor at Frieze Art Fair

Later that week in London, Beyoncé and Jay-Z arrived at Frieze Art Fair in Regent’s Park, presenting coordinated monochrome looks that still allowed for individual expression.

Beyoncé stepped out alongside Jay-Z in a leather jacket layered over a graphic top and polka-dot bottoms in London, England, on October 15, 2014

Jay-Z kept things streamlined in a hooded white top layered under a black coat with black trousers and boots, while Beyoncé played with contrast by mixing prints—pairing a ruffled patterned blouse with a polka-dot skirt.

Beyoncé balanced graphic prints with edge by layering a black leather jacket over her patterned top, letting the outfit’s contrast set the stage for her statement heels

Crucially, she repeated the same striped snakeskin pumps from the previous day, reinforcing a timeless styling principle Your Next Shoes readers know well: a strong heel can unify multiple outfits, elevate mixed textures, and carry a look seamlessly from travel to cultural events.

A close-up reveals Beyoncé’s Alexander McQueen snakeskin striped pumps, whose bold black-and-white pattern and pointed silhouette anchor the look with precision and polish

The singer’s exotic black-and-white snakeskin pumps with a graphic striped design are from Alexander McQueen’s Spring 2014 collection. They also feature metal-tipped pointed toes and 4-inch red leather heels.

Alexander McQueen’s striped snakeskin pumps combine graphic black-and-white patterning with a sharp pointed toe and signature red stiletto heel for a statement finish that elevates even the simplest look

Beyoncé’s Enduring Shoe Legacy, From Street Style to the Red Carpet

Whether she’s traveling between fashion capitals, attending cultural events, or commanding the red carpet, Beyoncé’s style consistently underscores one principle: footwear is never an afterthought.

Across eras and settings, her shoe choices—ranging from sculptural heels to fashion-forward sneakers—serve as deliberate anchors that shape proportion, elevate silhouettes, and reinforce her visual authority.

For readers looking to explore how that philosophy plays out across her most memorable looks, the following features offer a deeper dive into Beyoncé’s enduring relationship with shoes and fashion.