This year’s BET Awards delivered unforgettable performances, surprise appearances and fabulous fashion. We spied a number of amazing footwear choices at the event, ranging from multi-strap Giuseppe Zanottis to red carpet staples like the Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” heels.
Here are some of the most memorable celebrity shoe styles from the 2017 BET Awards.
1. Yara Shahidi in Jimmy Choo “Annie” sandals
Yara Shahidi made quite the entrance at the event in a distressed sleeveless denim dress from Jonathan Simkhai, which you can get for $795 at Shopbop. It featured layered ruffles, flirty cut-out details, shredded denim, and an asymmetrical hem with worn edges. Jennifer Meyer hoop earrings added a hint of sparkle, while Jimmy Choo “Annie” sandals elevated her look. This denim look was a fashion risk that paid off beautifully, just like what model Imaan Hammam did in a head-turning double denim look at this year’s CFDA Awards.
Yara Shahidi wearing a Jonathan Simkhai denim dress and Jimmy Choo “Annie” sandals at the 2017 BET Awards
Yara Shahidi’s dress features layered ruffles, flirty cut-out details, shredded denim, and an asymmetrical hem with worn edges
Yara Shahidi showing off her sexy feet in Jimmy Choo sandals
The “Annie” sandals from Jimmy Choo have delicate ankle straps, a closed curved back, self-covered heels and leather lining. What makes these shoes stand out are the ostrich feather details and sequin embellishments. Perhaps you remember that Emma Stone wore them to the premiere of “La La Land”?
‘Annie’ 100 embellished suede sandals, $798.00 – $1,595 at Jimmy Choo and Mytheresa
2. Justine Skye in Chloe Gosselin “Narcissus” sandals
The 21-year-old singer and model captured attention in a daring ensemble from The Blonds, which featured a brown silk strapless bodice and a contrasting grey skirt with sparkly embellishments and an asymmetrical design. She finished off her look with Erickson Beamon statement earrings, a side-swept braid and Chloe Gosselin heels.
Justine Skye wearing a The Blonds dress and Chloe Gosselin “Narcissus” sandals at the 2017 BET Awards
Justine Skye at the 16th Annual BET Awards held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, on June 25, 2017
Justine Skye finished off her look with Erickson Beamon statement earrings and a side-swept braid
Justine Skye showing off her feet in Chloe Gosselin Narcissus sandals
Her “Narcissus” sandals feature slim crossover straps, slender toe bands and stiletto heels. Handcrafted in Milan, these shoes are available in several styles such as beige snake, silver-and-black karung and black calf leather.
Chloe Gosselin “Narcissus” sandals, $375 – $625 at Farfetch
She also turned heads just the day before in a sultry black ensemble at Maxim’s Hot 100 party, where she wore a “Martine” velvet spacer from LaQuan Smith. An Emm Kuo clutch and Saint Laurent heels provided the finishing touches to her sexy red carpet look.
Justine Skye wearing a LaQuan Smith dress and Saint Laurent “Amber” sandals at the 2017 Maxim Hot 100 Party
Justine Skye at the 2017 Maxim Hot 100 party at the Hollywood Palladium in Los Angeles, California, on June 24, 2017
Justine Skye showing off her feet in Saint Laurent sandals
The “Amber” sandals from Saint Laurent feature thin ankle straps, adjustable buckle closures, slender heels and leather soles.
Saint Laurent “Amber” leather sandals, $695 at Farfetch
3. Sibley Scoles in Giuseppe Zanotti “Margaret” sandals
E! News correspondent Sibley Scoles scorched the grey carpet in a black Alexander Wang dress that showed off her toned legs. This sleeveless number featured a plunging neckline, flirty cutouts on the back and a dangerously high side slit detail. She styled it with gold accessories, a platinum blonde pixie cut and Giuseppe Zanotti heels.
Sibley Scoles at the 16th Annual BET Awards held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, on June 25, 2017
Sibley Scoles wearing a black Alexander Wang dress and Giuseppe Zanotti “Margaret” sandals at the 2017 BET Awards
Sibley Scoles showing off her feet in Giuseppe Zanotti sandals
These “Margaret” sandals feature covered stiletto heels, full-length rear zip closures and multiple straps with buckle accents. This particular style comes in metallic rose gold leather and is currently on sale.
Giuseppe Zanotti “Margaret” sandals, $665 at Amazon
4. Skai Jackson in Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals
The 15-year-old Disney star brought her youthful charm at this year’s BET Awards in a Just Cavalli dress (on sale at 6pm) that featured sheer long sleeves and a quirky all-over lips design. She styled it with voluminous curls, glossy nude lips and black “Nudist” sandals from Stuart Weitzman.
Skai Jackson wearing a Just Cavalli dress and Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals at the 2017 BET Awards
Skai Jackson with voluminous curls at the 16th Annual BET Awards held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, on June 25, 2017
Skai Jackson showing off her feet in black “Nudist” sandals from Stuart Weitzman
This celebrity-approved shoe style from Stuart Weitzman gained popularity due to its barely-there silhouette. Fans of the “Nudist” heels include Emily Ratajkowski, Kerry Washington, Blake Lively, Scarlett Johansson and Alexandra Daddario. Take a cue from these style stars and get your own pair at Zappos.
5. Chloe and Halle Bailey in Rodarte boots
Sisters Chloe and Halle Bailey turned up in matching Ms MIN dresses and Rodarte boots at the 2017 BET Awards. Their toga-style dresses featured draped details, while their Rodarte boots had pointy toes and high heels. They looked stylish as they accepted the Viewer’s Choice Award on behalf of their mentor, the one-and-only Beyonce Knowles. They added their own touches to their coordinating looks with different hairstyles and accessories.
Chloe and Halle Bailey added their own touches to their coordinating looks with different hairstyles and accessories
Chloe and Halle Bailey wearing Ms MIN dresses and Rodarte boots at the 2017 BET Awards
Chloe and Halle Bailey at the 16th Annual BET Awards held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, on June 25, 2017
Chloe and Halle Bailey rocking Rodarte boots with pointy toes and high heels
6. Jhene Aiko in Schutz sandals
Meanwhile, Jhene Aiko stepped out on the grey carpet with boyfriend Big Sean at the star-studded awards ceremony. She donned a pretty pink-and-maroon robe dress from For Restless Sleepers, which featured long sleeves, a belted waist and a thigh-high slit. Jhene elevated her look with sleek center-parted tresses, an Anndra Neen bag and Schutz sandals. Big Sean, on the other hand, wore a maroon velvet Bally tracksuit styled with a Stella McCartney shirt and white Gucci sneakers.
Jhene Aiko wearing a For Restless Sleepers robe dress and Schutz sandals at the 2017 BET Awards
Jhene Aiko at the 16th Annual BET Awards held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, on June 25, 2017
Jhene Aiko showing off her feet in Schutz sandals
Jhene Aiko wearing a For Restless Sleepers robe dress with Schutz sandals and Big Sean wearing a Bally tracksuit, a Stella McCartney shirt, and Gucci shoes
7. Leslie Jones in Stuart Weitzman sandals
The evening’s host, Leslie Jones, looked lovely in a green custom halter dress from Stello, which featured a plunging neckline with a sheer illusion panel, an open back, a pleated floor-length skirt and a thigh-high slit. She finished off her look with Chris Aire jewels and white Stuart Weitzman ankle-strap heels.
Leslie Jones wearing a custom Stello dress and white Stuart Weitzman ankle-strap sandals
Leslie Jones at the 16th Annual BET Awards held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, on June 25, 2017
Leslie Jones showing off her feet in white Stuart Weitzman ankle-strap heels
8. Issa Rae in black ankle-strap sandals
The 32-year-old actress and writer brightened up the grey carpet in a colorful Balmain Resort 2017 ensemble, opting for a striped open-knit blazer (on sale at Net-A-Porter) with long sleeves and a plunging neckline. Issa styled it with black satin shorts, a black Edie Parker “Wolf Shard Lock” clutch and black ankle-strap heels. She also impressed with her fabulous hairstyle and stunning jewels from Hueb and Narcisa Pheres.
Issa Rae wearing a Balmain Resort 2017 ensemble and black ankle-strap sandals
Issa Rae impressed with her fabulous hairstyle and stunning jewels from Hueb and Narcisa Pheres at the 16th Annual BET Awards held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, on June 25, 2017
Issa Rae showing off her feet in black ankle-strap heels
9. Kat Graham in black platform sandals
Finally, Kat Graham delivered her signature sensual elegance at this year’s BET Awards. She arrived in a form-fitting Raisa & Vanessa Fall 2016 gown, which had long sleeves, an open back and a floor-length skirt. It also featured a black-and-white pattern and sexy cut-out details with contrasting blue velvet trims. She finished off her look with a sleek center-parted bob, minimal makeup and black platform sandals.
Kat Graham wearing a Raisa & Vanessa Fall 2016 dress and black platform sandals
Kat Graham with a sleek center-parted bob at the 16th Annual BET Awards held at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles, California, on June 25, 2017
Kat Graham showing off her feet in black platform sandals
What do you think of these looks at the 2017 BET Awards? Whose look do you prefer?
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