Chrissy Teigen Steps Out in NYC in 3 Bold Looks (Including Those Famous Naked Sandals)

During a series of appearances in New York City on February 19 and 20, 2020, Chrissy Teigen showcased three very different outfits, each paired with statement footwear ranging from transparent sandals to zebra-print ankle boots.

Chrissy Teigen and John Legend share a red-carpet moment at the GQ Men of the Year Awards at Tate Modern in London on September 5, 2018, with Teigen dazzling in a shimmering hand-beaded Labourjoisie gown styled with minimalist Jimmy Choo sandals, while Legend complemented her look in a sharp blue velvet suit as he accepted the Hugo Boss Most Stylish Man award (Credit: Lia Toby / Instar / WENN)

The outings came just days after John Legend playfully teased his wife on The Ellen DeGeneres Show by joking about her famously “unique” feet—a topic the couple has often laughed about publicly.

Chrissy appeared unfazed by the attention, stepping out in a succession of fashion-forward looks while promoting Pampers’ Share the Love campaign and making television appearances around Manhattan.

From Alevi Milano’s chain-trimmed plexi sandals to Manolo Blahnik’s barely-there heels and Saint Laurent’s striking zebra-print boots, her shoe choices reflected the eclectic personal style that has long made her street style appearances worth watching.

1. Chrissy Teigen Stuns in a Feather-Trimmed Valentino Mini Dress and Alevi Milano ‘Valentina’ Sandals

The television personality put her unique feet on display as she stepped out in New York City to promote her Share The Love campaign with Pampers. She brought along her firstborn daughter, Luna, who looked cute in her rainbow-colored tutu and glittery cowboy boots.

Chrissy Teigen arrives at the Strahan, Sara & Keke studio in New York City on February 19, 2020, wearing a feather-trimmed Valentino mini dress styled with crystal-embellished Alevi Milano ‘Valentina’ sandals, while daughter Luna charms in a rainbow tulle dress and glittery cowboy boots (Credit: Lia Toby / Instar / WENN)

Wearing a leg-baring Valentino mini dress, Chrissy ensured all eyes were on her as she departed the Strahan, Sara & Keke studio.

The playful design featured a waist-defining tie detail and dramatic ostrich feather-trimmed sleeves, adding texture and movement to the striking look.

Chrissy Teigen carries daughter Luna through New York City, wearing a feather-trimmed Valentino mini dress and sparkling Alevi Milano ‘Valentina’ sandals

Allowing her legs to do the talking, Chrissy kept her accessories simple with just a pair of Dean Davidson origami loop earrings. She then paired the look with Alevi Milano’s ‘Valentina’ sandals.

A close-up of Chrissy Teigen’s feet showcases her Alevi Milano ‘Valentina’ sandals, featuring transparent plexi straps, crystal-trimmed ankle wraps, and slender stiletto heels that added sparkle to her Valentino mini dress

These sandals have plexi transparent front straps, chain-detailed ankle straps, and about 4-inch heels.

Alessandra Ambrosio wore the same heels with a red silk lingerie jumpsuit at the launch of Patrick Ta’s Beauty Collection at Goya Studios in Los Angeles on April 4, 2019.

The Alevi Milano ‘Valentina’ sandal combines barely-there plexi straps with draped gold chain ankle wraps and towering stiletto heels, creating a glamorous barely-there silhouette that perfectly balances modern minimalism with red-carpet sparkle

Chrissy looked glamorous with her daughter wrapped around her arms. She wore her hair up into a high ponytail and highlighted her features with neutral makeup.

Chrissy Teigen paired soft neutral makeup and a sleek high ponytail

Earlier that same day, Chrissy embraced a softer, more romantic aesthetic for her appearance on Today, swapping feathers for delicate lace and stepping out in another leg-baring mini dress.

2. Chrissy Teigen Wears a Zuhair Murad Mini Dress With Manolo Blahnik ‘Dandolo’ Sandals for the Today Show

Chrissy and Luna were spotted heading to the Today Show. Chrissy looked fab as always in a baby blue mini dress from Zuhair Murad’s Pre-Fall 2019 collection.

Chrissy Teigen arrives at the Today show studios in New York City on February 19, 2020, wearing a pale blue Zuhair Murad mini dress layered under a coordinating coat and finished with minimalist Manolo Blahnik strappy sandals, while daughter Luna adds a playful touch in glittery cowboy boots (Credit: Lia Toby / Instar / WENN)

Her tiny outfit featured a lace bodice and a ruffled short skirt that put her enviable long, slender legs on display.

She wore the same high ponytail hairstyle, which showed off her diamond hoop earrings. The cookbook author also wore neutral makeup with mascara and nude lipstick.

Chrissy Teigen carries Luna while dressed in a Zuhair Murad mini dress

The mom-of-two kept warm with a matching coat worn over her dress. For her feet, she chose a pair of Manolo Blahnik Dandolo see-through strappy sandals.

A close-up of Chrissy Teigen’s feet highlights her minimalist Manolo Blahnik Dandolo sandals, featuring barely-there transparent straps, slender ankle bands, and sleek stiletto heels

The following day, Chrissy traded polished TV-ready glamour for an elevated off-duty look, proving that statement footwear can instantly transform even the simplest denim outfit.

3. Chrissy Teigen Elevates Jeans and a Black Coat With Saint Laurent ‘Niki’ Zebra-Print Boots

Chrissy and her daughter, Luna, were spotted strolling around the Big Apple. The American model kept it casual for their outing, wearing a plunging black top and cuffed jeans.

She then amped up her relaxed outfit with a long black coat, a large yellow ostrich Hermès Birkin bag, and a pair of zebra-striped booties from Saint Laurent.

Chrissy Teigen steps out in New York City with daughter Luna on February 20, 2020, elevating cuffed jeans and a black coat with Saint Laurent’s zebra-print ‘Niki’ ankle boots, while carrying a striking ostrich Hermès Birkin bag (Credit: Lia Toby / Instar / WENN)

Her ‘Niki’ Fall 2017 boots are made of calf hair and feature zebra print with pointed toes and about 3.5-inch sculptural cone heels.

A close-up of Chrissy Teigen’s Saint Laurent ‘Niki’ ankle boots showcases the striking zebra-print calf hair, pointed toes, and sculptural cone heels

Chrissy kept the rest of her look simple with barely-there makeup, a messy bun, and a pair of black sunnies.

Her daughter, who’s turning four this year, wore a white dress underneath a metallic purple puff jacket, pairing it with white knee-high socks and brown cowboy boots.

Chrissy Teigen keeps it simple with a messy bun and barely-there makeup

Why Chrissy Teigen’s Feet Became a Pop Culture Talking Point

While Chrissy Teigen’s fashion choices consistently generate headlines, her feet have become an unexpected part of her public persona. Teigen has spoken candidly over the years about feeling self-conscious about them, once jokingly describing them as “Asian jungle feet” made for “climbing trees.” Early in her modeling career, she was reportedly so uncomfortable with them that she requested her feet be covered with sand or digitally retouched in some photoshoots.

Rather than shying away from the conversation, Teigen and her husband, John Legend, have turned it into one of their most enduring inside jokes. Legend famously quipped that he could identify his wife in a morgue solely by recognizing her feet, and he later dedicated an entire tongue-in-cheek Valentine’s Day tribute to them on The Ellen DeGeneres Show, humorously declaring himself “personally in love” with their distinctive “curves and edges.”

Despite her longtime insecurities, Teigen has never allowed them to dictate her style. Whether stepping out in barely-there Alevi Milano sandals, transparent Manolo Blahnik heels, or statement Saint Laurent boots, she continues to embrace bold footwear choices with confidence—proving that personal style is ultimately about self-expression, not perfection.