Chrissy Teigen’s NYC Shoe Blueprint: From Giuseppe Zanotti Stilettos to Prada Velvet Platforms

During a series of appearances in New York City in October 2021, Chrissy Teigen showcased a curated rotation of footwear that remains a blueprint for elevated street style.

While the primary occasion was the launch of her cookbook, Cravings: All Together (available on Amazon), the week served as a definitive look at how the model-turned-entrepreneur balances high-fashion silhouettes with versatile shoe choices.

From the sculptural height of Italian stilettos to the rich textures of velvet platforms, Teigen’s footwear selections offer a masterclass in using shoes to anchor distinct aesthetics—from “Space Age” glam to monochromatic power suiting. Below, we break down the specific designers and styling techniques that make these looks timeless.

Sultry Style: Chrissy Teigen Pairs a David Koma Cutout Dress With Giuseppe Zanotti “Catia” Sandals

During an appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, the entrepreneur and model leaned into a “Space Age” aesthetic, pairing a structured designer silhouette with classic luxury sandals that emphasized her height and the dress’s dramatic thigh-high slit.

Chrissy Teigen steps out of the NBC studios in New York City on October 28, 2021, wearing sleek black ankle-strap stiletto sandals that elongate her look following her appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon (Credit: Mega / WENN)

She talked about the recipes in her new cookbook, her opinion on candy corn, and her hidden Chex Mix pita recipe. When asked about her thoughts on candy corn, Chrissy said she likes it but that “people on Twitter love to be mad at candy corn.”

“I had typed out a tweet where I said, ‘I don’t know, guys. I kind of like it.’ And when I say ‘kind of,’ I really like candy corn.”

She added, “I had typed this out, and then I was like, ‘I can’t say this. It’s too controversial.’ Like, it really is. Of all the things I’ve done.”

Chrissy Teigen dishes about her new cookbook, her opinion on candy corn, and her Chex Mix pita recipe (Credit: Mega / WENN)

The tall television personality highlighted her figure in a $2,630 David Koma Fall 2021 dress inspired by the Space Age.

Leaving the NBC studios, Chrissy flaunted her legs in the ankle-length black dress that’s cut from black cady. It features a bustier bodice with sheer mesh panels, crystal-embellished side cutouts, and a daring thigh-high slit.

Chrissy Teigen flaunts her figure in a David Koma dress with crystal-embellished side cutouts (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Jimmy later revealed that Chrissy’s book has a bonus recipe at the end, which Chrissy said was for the “high people.”

“I figured marijuana has been legalized in so many states, so why not just give something for the high people?” Jimmy brought out two of the said pita sandwiches and tasted them. “This is essentially Gardetto’s tossed in butter stuffed into a pita,” she explained.

Chrissy Teigen said she included a recipe for the high people since marijuana has been legalized in many US states (Credit: Mega / WENN)

The successful model accessorized with a couple of rings along with a pair of $285 “Evie” large hoop earrings from Nickho Rey.

She then wore her bouncy blonde bob and accentuated her beauty with heavy makeup, including eyeliner, mascara, peach eyeshadow, and matching blush, along with a glossy lip color.

Chrissy Teigen wears her bob hairstyle down and highlights her features with neutral makeup (Credit: Mega / WENN)

For her footwear, Chrissy chose Giuseppe Zanotti’s “Catia” sandals. Another celebrity fan of these heels is Ciara, who wore Giuseppe Zanotti Catia ankle-wrap sandals with a black leather mini dress in New York City.

Chrissy Teigen completes her cutout black dress with sleek strappy Giuseppe Zanotti “Catia” sandals, letting the minimalist stiletto heels spotlight her legs and polished evening look (Credit: Mega / WENN)

These sandals are made of satin and feature thin straps at the toe and around the ankle, set atop a 4-inch heel.

Giuseppe Zanotti’s Catia sandals feature a strappy design with thin wraparound ankle straps and stiletto heels

Retro Heights: Styling Ashish Sequin Jeans with Prada Velvet Platform Sandals

Earlier in the day, Chrissy looked fresh while out and about in New York City, wearing her now longer bob, which she debuted in August.

Chrissy Teigen steps out in New York City wearing burgundy velvet platform heels, grounding her matching bra and coat with Ashish beaded and sequined jeans for a polished yet playful street-style look (Credit: Mega / WENN)

The body-confident model showcased her cleavage and midriff in a burgundy bralette under a coordinating jacquard duster coat.

She paired the look with statement jeans by Ashish ($1,705). These high-rise straight-leg jeans are hand-embellished with colorful sequins and beads arranged in the brand’s “Paint” splatter pattern.

Chrissy Teigen adds more color to her look with a yellow Bottega Veneta Cassette padded bag (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Adding some style to her look, Chrissy accessorized with multiple earrings and carried a $3,200 Bottega Veneta “Cassette” padded Intrecciato bag.

The Cravings cookware owner slipped into a pair of Prada velvet sandals with platforms and towering block heels.

Chrissy Teigen keeps the look coordinated with Prada burgundy velvet platform heels (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Edgy Tailoring: Vivienne Westwood Suiting and Signature Giuseppe Zanotti Heels

The previous day, the former Lip Sync Battle co-host showcased her cleavage in a black lace plunging bralette as she headed to Barnes & Noble for her cookbook promotional tour.

Chrissy Teigen arrives at Barnes & Noble on October 27, 2021, elevating her tailored Vivienne Westwood suit with sleek black strappy stiletto sandals while promoting her new cookbook (Credit: Mega / WENN)

She wore the Jonathan Simkhai “Teegan” corded lace layered bra ($225). Giving her racy top a touch of edge, Chrissy covered up in a Vivienne Westwood Spring 2014 gray suit, monogrammed with silver.

She later removed her jacket, revealing white Chanel suspenders fastened to her pants with a gold clasp.

Chrissy Teigen shows off her cleavage in a Jonathan Simkhai lacy bra with Chanel suspenders and Vivienne Westwood gray co-ord (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Beauty-wise, Chrissy wore long wavy extensions and glammed up with a swipe of red lipstick and matching blush.

She added bling with gold hoop earrings, several stud earrings, a Melissa Kaye “Anya” ring, and a Melissa Kaye “Ada” diamond gold ring ($3,934).

Chrissy Teigen styles her blonde tresses in waves and wears bright red lip color with Prada sunglasses (Credit: Mega / WENN)

To round out her ensemble, the former Sports Illustrated Swimsuit model carried a L’afshar Amnis clutch, wore Prada shades, and wore Giuseppe Zanotti strappy black heels.

Chrissy Teigen completes her edgy look with Giuseppe Zanotti Catia heels (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Monochromatic Red: Gianvito Rossi PVC Pumps and an Alex Perry Power Suit

Earlier, Chrissy wore a similar look on her way to The Wendy Williams Show. The social media personality was hard to miss in a vibrant red Alex Perry co-ord that included the “Alex” blazer and “Rene” high-waisted flared pants.

Underneath her jacket, Chrissy wore a $180 Lise Charmel “Rêve Orchidée” embroidered tulle-and-lace balconette bra, which accentuated her stomach and ample cleavage.

Chrissy Teigen heads to The Wendy Williams Show on October 27, 2021, finishing her scarlet Alex Perry co-ord with sleek Gianvito Rossi pumps that sharpen the monochromatic power look (Credit: Mega / WENN)

She kept her accessories simple, wearing rings and Melissa Kaye “Cristina” 18K yellow gold and diamond hoop earrings ($4,950).

She then carried her essentials in a blue marbled Cult Gaia “Eos” rectangular clutch with bauble accents ($298).

Chrissy Teigen wears a Lise Charmel Rêve Orchidée lace bra underneath her blazer and carries a Cult Gaia marbled clutch (Credit: Mega / WENN)

Continuing the fiery red theme of her look, Chrissy wore red lipstick and chose red PVC pumps by Gianvito Rossi.

Chrissy Teigen glams up with bold red lipstick and long wavy hair extensions (Credit: Mega / WENN)

They’re made in Italy and feature transparent PVC pointed toes with leather trims, slingback straps, and 4.5-inch stiletto heels.

Gianvito Rossi combines traditional and contemporary materials to create these red PVC pumps with leather trims

Chrissy Teigen’s Most Iconic Shoe Moments, From Street Style to Red Carpet

Whether she’s stepping out in towering designer heels or grounding her look with polished off-duty boots and sneakers, Chrissy Teigen consistently uses footwear to define her fashion moments.

Below, we’ve rounded up her most memorable shoe and outfit pairings—each highlighting how she balances height, proportion, and trend-driven style.