On December 30, 2015, Gwen Stefani was photographed leaving Planet Nails in Los Angeles wearing a pair of L.A.M.B. “Nichol” booties from her own collection.
The outing highlighted a shoe she returned to repeatedly during the mid-2010s. With its lace-up front, concealed platform, and stiletto heel, the Nichol blended the attitude of a combat boot with the proportions of a fashion-forward ankle bootie.
Looking back at several appearances, it’s clear the style became one of the defining shoes in Stefani’s wardrobe.
December 2015: Gwen Stefani Revisits Her L.A.M.B. Nichol Boots for a Los Angeles Nail Salon Outing
No Doubt’s lead vocalist, Gwen Stefani, wears a beanie over her hair as she leaves Planet Nails in Los Angeles on December 30, 2015 (Credit: Cousart / JFXimages / WENN)
During her Los Angeles nail salon visit, Stefani kept the focus on a familiar styling formula: monochromatic clothing paired with statement footwear from her own L.A.M.B. line.
Gwen Stefani keeps her look monochromatic in an oversized black turtleneck and culottes, letting her glossy L.A.M.B. Nichol platform booties add height and edge to the understated ensemble
She paired the boots with an oversized black turtleneck sweater and loose black culottes, allowing the structured silhouette of the Nichol booties to stand out against an otherwise relaxed outfit.
The black L.A.M.B. Nichol booties combine a lace-up combat-inspired upper with a concealed platform and towering stiletto heel, reflecting Gwen Stefani’s signature blend of punk attitude and fashion-forward design
The singer accessorized with a pair of L.A.M.B. boots from her 2013 collection, a funky pair of cat-eye sunglasses, and a black beanie.
Gwen Stefani wears an all-black ensemble with a pair of L.A.M.B. booties
Although Stefani wore the boots in late 2015, they had already become a recurring part of her wardrobe years earlier.
December 2013: A Printed Zara Kimono Adds Color to Gwen Stefani’s Black Nichol Boots
Gwen Stefani was spotted in Beverly Hills on December 27, 2013, wearing Karen Walker number one sunglasses, L.A.M.B. Nichol booties in black, and a Zara kimono top with elbow-length sleeves (Credit: WENN)
On December 27, 2013, Stefani styled the black L.A.M.B. Nichol booties with an all-black outfit and a colorful Zara kimono while out in Beverly Hills.
The lightweight outer layer added contrast, while the lace-up boots grounded the look with the edgy aesthetic that has long defined her personal style.
Gwen Stefani effortlessly combines chic and comfort in a vibrant kimono over a sleek black outfit while running errands (Credit: WENN)
The colorful Zara kimono added contrast to Gwen’s otherwise all-black outfit.
Featuring contrasting green panels at the sleeves and an open-front design, it served as a lightweight layering piece while allowing her L.A.M.B. Nichol booties to remain the focal point of the look.
Zara Japanese Print Kimono
Just weeks earlier, Stefani had demonstrated how versatile the same silhouette could be by wearing it in a completely different color.
December 2013: Gwen Stefani Makes a Statement in Red L.A.M.B. Nichol Platform Booties
When Stefani stepped out in West Hollywood on December 5, 2013, she opted for a glossy red version of her L.A.M.B. Nichol booties. The bold color transformed the silhouette from a versatile everyday boot into the focal point of her outfit.
Featuring lace-up detailing, a concealed platform, and a towering heel, the Nichol combined elements of a work boot with the proportions of a fashion boot. The vivid red leather made the design impossible to miss.
Gwen Stefani stepped out at Crossroads Kitchen in West Hollywood on December 5, 2013, pairing black Hatch Collection drawstring pants and a structured white jacket with Stella McCartney cat-eye sunglasses, a Fendi Spy bag, and bold red L.A.M.B. patent lace-up platform boots that anchored her maternity street style with signature edge (Credit: WENN)
Having previously worn the black “Nichol” in November of that year, Stefani opted for a bold red leather version to anchor her monochrome maternity ensemble.
Gwen Stefani makes a bold statement in glossy red L.A.M.B. Nichol patent lace-up platform booties, adding a vibrant pop of color and edgy polish to her monochrome street-style look
The look remains a definitive example of how signature accessories—like her coordinated red Fendi purse and classic crimson lipstick—can transform industrial-inspired footwear into a polished street-style statement.
Gwen Stefani transformed the L.A.M.B. Nichol booties into the centerpiece of her outfit by choosing a glossy red leather version that echoed her signature red lipstick and added a bold pop of color to her monochrome look
Since L.A.M.B. footwear has been out of production for years, Gwen Stefani’s Nichol booties have become increasingly difficult to find outside the resale market. The lace-up platform boots were among the standout styles from her fashion line’s peak years, when L.A.M.B. footwear was sold through major retailers such as Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, and Bloomingdale’s.
Today, the brand continues as an eyewear label, while its shoes have become sought-after pieces for collectors and fans of Stefani’s signature style. If you’re hoping to track down a pair of Nichol booties, resale platforms such as eBay, Poshmark, Depop, and The RealReal are often the best places to search.
The L.A.M.B. “Nichol” bootie combined a combat-inspired lace-up upper with a concealed platform and towering stiletto heel, making it one of the most recognizable footwear designs from Gwen Stefani’s fashion label
For shoppers who appreciate the silhouette but don’t want to hunt through resale listings, several in-stock styles capture a similar aesthetic. Options such as the Dr. Martens Kendra, Chesney, and Shriver Hi boots echo the Nichol’s combination of lace-up detailing, elevated heels, and punk-inspired attitude while remaining readily available from retailers such as Zappos and Nordstrom.
While none are direct replacements for Gwen Stefani’s discontinued L.A.M.B. design, they offer the same balance of height, edge, and everyday wearability that made the Nichol booties memorable.
Why the L.A.M.B. Nichol Remains One of Gwen Stefani’s Signature Boots
From sporty street-style sneakers to sky-high statement boots, Gwen Stefani’s footwear choices are always bold, intentional, and unmistakably her.
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