If there’s anybody who understands suffering for the sake of fashion, it’s us high-heeled-lovers. But, even we were left wondering what some of these celebrities were thinking when they decided to do some ridiculous things in high heels.
Some of these activities are silly, some are stupid, and some are downright dangerous. Scroll through for 14 of the craziest things celebrities have done in high heels. Have you ever done any of these?
1. Kim Kardashian’s Painful Fashion Choice: Wearing Givenchy Heels With Swollen Pregnant Feet
Kim Kardashian kept wearing heels while pregnant with North West. She refused to give them up, even when her feet were seriously swollen to the point that it looked painful.
Sadly, she’s not alone. We’ve documented 20 celebrities who continued to wear high heels despite being heavily pregnant.
Pregnant Kim Kardashian with her visibly swollen feet stuffed in heels while visiting Naimie’s Beauty Center in North Hollywood, California, on May 16, 2013 (Credit: WENN)
2. Lady Gaga’s Outrageous Airport Looks: Traveling in Dangerous Platform Heels
All those celebrities who travel in stilettos have got nothing on Lady Gaga and her sky-high platforms.
Lady Gaga and her insane platforms arrive at Narita International Airport in Chiba, Japan, on May 16, 2012; Arriving at Narita International Airport again on December 3, 2013; Leaving Narita International Airport on August 12, 2014 (Credit: WENN / Kento Nara / Future Image)
3. Victoria Beckham Risked It All: Decorating a Christmas Tree in 5-Inch Stilettos
Christmas is supposed to be merry, not dangerous. Victoria Beckham climbed a ladder in 5-inch pumps to place her look-alike Barbie doll on top of a pink Christmas tree.
Victoria Beckham’s Instagram photo with the caption “Christmas can be dangerous, fashion bunnies! #VBXMAS x vb” — posted on December 6, 2013 (Credit: Victoria Beckham’s Instagram)
4. Khloé Kardashian’s Wild Night: Bowling in 5-Inch Louboutin Heels
Khloé Kardashian goes bowling in Jet patched skinny jeans and Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps (Credit: Winston Burris / WENN)
To be fair to Khloe, we think she noticed how ridiculous it looked to bowl in heels since she later took off her Louboutins to give her poor feet a break.
Khloé Kardashian in 5-inch Louboutins at the Robin Hood Project Celebrity Bowling held at Pinz Bowling Alley in Studio City, California, on February 15, 2014 (Credit: Winston Burris / WENN)
5. Mariah Carey Rode the NYC Subway in a Gown and Sky-High Heels
The most ridiculous thing about this is that the 4.25-inch Gianvito Rossi mules are the shoes that Mariah Carey packed for her subway ride.
Her original shoes were Sergio Rossi’s “Puzzle” sandals, which featured heels just as high. As if her change of shoes provided any comfort!
Mariah Carey’s Instagram picture of her taking the New York subway dressed in an Atelier Versace blue gown and Gianvito Rossi ‘Diane’ mules – posted on May 30, 2014 (Credit: Mariah Carey’s Instagram)
6. Coco Austin’s Bizarre Gym Look: Squatting in Stripper Heels
We don’t even know what Coco Austin was trying to prove when she wore stripper heels to do dead squats.
Coco Austin’s picture of her working out in clear stripper heels, captioned “This is how you do squats in the gym! With Stripper Heels! HaHa – Coco’s workout secrets!” and shared on Twitter on December 17, 2009.
7. Courtney Stodden Went Jogging — In Clear Stripper Heels
If you thought Coco Austin was bad, wait until you see Courtney Stodden at Daily Mail.
The 21-year-old wife of Doug Hutchison went out for a jog in clear stripper heels! She also inexplicably wore the same inappropriate type of stripper heels to go shopping at a kids’ store.
8. Katie Holmes and Suri Cruise: Wearing Heels to the Beach Gone Wrong
At least Suri’s heels were square. Katie Holmes’ kitten heels on her Givenchy booties kept awkwardly sinking into the sand with every step.
Katie Holmes and daughter Suri Cruise make a fashionable but impractical choice, playing on the beach in heeled sandals and dressy casual outfits
The two didn’t swim, but they watched the waves in their heels. The then-5-year-old Suri wore a pair of inch-high sandals, while Katie wore $740 heeled woven booties from Givenchy.
On May 30, 2011, Katie Holmes and her daughter, Suri Cruise, attended a Memorial Day beach party in Malibu, Los Angeles (Credit: WENN)
Seeing the mother-daughter duo bond and spend time together is nice, although I wish she had taken off her shoes.
Now, speaking of the shoes, here’s a closer look at those Givenchy booties. They feature a woven upper that sits on a slim 3.25-inch heel. The style comes in brown and black. As mentioned earlier, a pair will cost you a substantial $740.
Katie Holmes braves the beach in her $740 woven leather Givenchy heels, effortlessly mixing luxury fashion with a casual day out
9. Victoria Beckham’s Crazy Workout: Using a Treadmill Desk in 7-Inch Heels
Victoria Beckham tweeted that every office should have one of these treadmill desks. “Work out and work at the same time!! Genius!! X vb.” Sure, Vicky, but in seven-inch stilettos?
Victoria Beckham is trying out a treadmill desk while wearing high-heeled booties in a photo she shared on Twitter on March 12, 2014 (Credit: Victoria Beckham’s Instagram)
10. Hilaria Baldwin’s Wild Yoga Pose: A Headstand in Platform Heels
In 2014, Hilaria Baldwin made it her New Year’s resolution to post a daily picture of a yoga pose. This headstand in a black cocktail dress and black stiletto pumps was one of them.
Hilaria Baldwin’s Instagram post of her doing a headstand on a hotel room’s carpeted floor in Madrid, Spain — posted on February 5, 2014 (Credit: Hilaria Baldwin’s Instagram)
11. Running From Dinosaurs in Heels? Bryce Dallas Howard’s “Jurassic World” Challenge
Okay, so this happened in a movie, but Bryce Dallas Howard still had to do all that running in heels in real life.
Bryce Dallas Howard runs away from dinosaurs in high heels (Credit: Universal Pictures)
12. Amanda Holden’s Snowy Misstep: Wearing High Heels on Ice
We understand celebrities have to look good for the paparazzi, but braving the snow in high heels isn’t worth the risk.
Amanda Holden braves the snow as he walks the red carpet ahead of the “Britain’s Got Talent” auditions at the London Palladium on January 20, 2013 (Credit: WENN)
Amanda Holden styled her pumps with a black cut-out dress from Stella McCartney and showcased her new brunette bob.
Amanda Holden shows off her hot feet and legs in sexy black pumps in the snow (Credit: WENN)
13. Courtney Stodden’s Bike Ride Disaster: Wedges and Wipeouts
… and promptly fell. At least she was still smiling for the cameras.
Courtney Stodden fell off her bike while cruising on the beach in Los Angeles, California, on March 18, 2014.
14. Kim Kardashian’s Glastonbury Fail: Stilettos in the Mud at a Music Festival
Kim couldn’t have picked worse shoes for a muddy outdoor music festival. She tweeted that she had her “wellies in the car,” but we know Kanye probably wouldn’t have let her trade the shoes he designed for a functional pair of rain boots.
Kanye West and Kim Kardashian arrived on a helicopter at the 2015 Glastonbury Music Festival in Somerset, England, on June 27, 2015 (Credit: WENN)
High Heels in the Spotlight: Celebrity Style, Health Tips & Iconic Designs
For those captivated by the allure and challenges of high heels, explore these curated articles from Your Next Shoes that delve deeper into celebrity styles, health considerations, and the evolution of this iconic footwear.
Lady Gaga’s Most Iconic High-Heel Moments
- Overview: A look into Lady Gaga’s boldest footwear choices that transformed her 5’1″ stature into an unforgettable presence.
- Highlights: Featuring sky-high heels from brands like Azzedine Alaïa and Christian Louboutin, and memorable appearances at events like the Venice Film Festival.
- Read more: Lady Gaga’s Iconic High-Heel Moments
Expert-Backed Limits on Wearing Kitten, Mid, and High Heels
- Insight: Discover how long you can wear different heel heights—kitten, mid, and stilettos—based on expert recommendations.
- Health Tips: Understand the impact of heel height on foot health and how to minimize discomfort.
- Learn more: Expert-Backed Limits on Wearing Heels
High Heels: The Secret Weapon for Posture, Confidence, and Style
- Benefits: Discover how high heels can improve posture, boost confidence, and add a stylish touch to any outfit.
- Celebrity Examples: Featuring insights into how stars like Paula Abdul and Sarah Michelle Gellar utilize heels to elevate their presence.
- Discover more: High Heels: Posture, Confidence, and Style
The Ultimate Guide to 16 Types of Heels: Find Your Perfect Pair
- Comprehensive Guide: A detailed exploration of 16 essential heel styles, from classic stilettos to comfortable block heels.
- Style Tips: Learn how to wear each heel type and find the perfect pair that suits your lifestyle and fashion sense.
- Explore the guide: 16 Types of Heels: Find Your Perfect Pair
Are High Heels Bad for You? 6 Health Risks to Consider
- Health Risks: Understand the potential negative impacts of wearing high heels, including issues with posture and chronic pain.
- Expert Advice: Tips on how to mitigate health risks associated with high heel usage.
- Read more: 6 Health Risks of Wearing High Heels
These articles offer a deeper understanding of the fashion, function, and health aspects of high heels, providing valuable insights for enthusiasts and everyday wearers alike.