From Blow to Bold Flats: Emma Roberts’ Enduring Love for Charlotte Olympia “Kitty” Shoes

Remember when Emma Roberts made headlines for more than just her shoes? Over a decade after her breakout in the 2001 crime drama Blow, the actress went on to cut her signature long locks into a chic short style to mark the end of Scream Queens.

It was a bold beauty move that mirrored her fearless approach to fashion—always willing to experiment, whether with hair, hemlines, or her beloved designer flats.

Emma Roberts leaving 901 Salon on Melrose Place after getting hair extensions in Los Angeles on February 9, 2016 (Credit: Michael Wright / WENN / Frazer Harrison)

In February 2016, she seemed to be missing channeling her inner Chanel Oberlin as she made a trip to the salon to get her long tresses back. Emma was spotted leaving 901 Salon with her Chanel-inspired tresses in Los Angeles.

Emma Roberts steps out in blue velvet Charlotte Olympia “Kitty” flats, the brand’s signature slipper featuring an embroidered cat face and low gold heel, paired with casual cropped denim jeans

The American actress made her salon trip in a graphic tee that says “Never Underestimate the Power of a Woman,” which she paired with denim jeans.

Charlotte Olympia’s Iconic “Kitty” Flats: A Celebrity-Favorite Shoe Since 2011

She accessorized her daytime look with oversized sunglasses, a leopard print satchel, and Charlotte Olympia’s signature “Kitty” flats in blue velvet.

Emma Roberts styled her casual look with ripped high-waisted straight-leg jeans, a bold leopard-print satchel, and Charlotte Olympia’s signature blue velvet “Kitty” flats with gold heels

A playful yet luxurious staple of the British label, the “Kitty” is instantly recognizable for its embroidered cat face, complete with whiskers, nose, and a low gold-tipped heel.

Since their debut in 2011, the flats have become one of Charlotte Olympia’s most iconic designs, blending whimsical charm with Old Hollywood glamour.

Charlotte Olympia’s whimsical “Kitty” flats have been a celebrity favorite for more than a decade, reappearing in countless stylish moments. Here are some of the most memorable looks we’ve covered on Your Next Shoes:

Emma Roberts steps out in high-waisted denim and a graphic tee emblazoned with the empowering slogan “Never Underestimate the Power of a Woman”, paired with a leopard-print satchel for a bold, casual statement

Apparently, Emma had been in and out of the salon to get temporary hair extensions since her dramatic cut. We guess she couldn’t leave Chanel behind.

Emma Roberts’ Breakout Role That Shaped Her Style Journey

Portraying Kristina Sunshine Jung, the daughter of Johnny Depp’s character George Jung, marked Emma’s first big break.

Just like in her later style choices, she approached the role with determination and individuality — qualities that would define both her acting and fashion journeys.

10-year-old Emma Roberts attends the “Blow” Hollywood premiere on March 29, 2001, at Mann’s Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California

“My mom didn’t want me to act,” she told Glamour in 2015 about her acting aspirations. “I said to her, ‘You’re not supporting my dreams!’ She decided to let me go on one audition, thinking I’d see what rejection was like. That was Blow, and I got the part.”

Emma was 9 when auditioning for the role and 10 when the movie was released on April 6, 2001. Born on February 10, 1991, in Rhinebeck Village, New York, she turned 10 on February 10, 2001.

10-year-old Emma Roberts wearing a sleeveless black Zoe’s Truck Stop top paired with a studded shoulder bag

Emma Roberts’ Style Legacy Continues

From red carpet premieres to off-duty street style, Emma Roberts has built a reputation for effortlessly pairing classic pieces with statement shoes. Explore some of her most memorable fashion and footwear moments below: