Back in 2013, Gwyneth Paltrow brought a touch of Hollywood glamour to Paris when she helped unveil a holiday window display for Prada.
Flying in from Los Angeles, the Oscar-winning actress arrived in the City of Light dressed head-to-toe in the Italian fashion house. On her way, she teased fans with a playful tweet: “Good evening, Paris! On my way to see Mrs Prada. #saltzmanisthequeen.”
Gwyneth Paltrow steps out in a pale-pink strapless Prada dress, perfectly complemented by classic black Prada pumps for the store’s Christmas display unveiling in Paris (Credit: Edouard Bernaux / News Pictures / WENN)
Since the window display is entitled “Noël, Joyeuse Obsession by Prada,” the 41-year-old, not surprisingly, chose to wear head-to-toe Prada.
Gwyneth Paltrow unveiled the Prada Christmas window display titled “Noël, Joyeuse Obsession by Prada” (Credit: INFphoto)
Her pale pink strapless dress, adorned with black bead-and-sequin embroidery, was perfectly complemented by classic Prada pumps and a sleek black crocodile clutch.
The heels subtly elongated her already statuesque frame—she stands tall at 5 feet 9 inches (175.3 cm)—while her US shoe size 11 gave the look a graceful proportion that balanced the flirty silhouette.
Prada heels have become a go-to for many celebrities thanks to their ability to strike the perfect balance between sophistication, versatility, and brand prestige. Whether it’s a sleek pointed-toe pump on the red carpet, a satin slingback at Cannes, or a bold platform on the film festival circuit, Prada’s shoes deliver both elegance and edge. Below, we highlight some standout celebrity moments in Prada heels and pumps that showcase exactly why the brand continues to dominate the style conversation.
👠 Spotlight on Prada Heels & Pumps:
- 📽 Anne Hathaway steps into Prada “Modellerie” spiked leather pumps — crisp white brushed calf leather pumps from the set of The Devil Wears Prada 2, mixing feminine elegance with edge.
- ✨ Scarlett Johansson’s preppy chic with white Prada pumps at Cannes — sleek satin pumps with elongated lines and 3.3-inch tapered heels, perfect for a polished red carpet vibe.
- 🎀 Prada’s bow-embellished slingback pumps — a sartorial spotlight on kitten-heel elegance crafted in black, nude, and white leather with delicate bow details.
- 💎 Keira Knightley’s metallic Prada pumps — shining with timeless sophistication, paired with a pastel structured dress and statement clutch.
- 🌆 Eva Mendes in nude Prada pumps with chrome heels — showcased during a chic NYC outing, these heels elegantly elevated her silhouette.
- 🌿 Olivia Wilde’s Taormina Film Festival look: sage Prada gown & platform heels — a boho-meets-glamorous moment with ivory satin platform heels that polished her ethereal style.
- 🎬 Emma Watson’s Milan Fashion Week moment in black Prada pumps — classic pointed-toe leather heels that added sophistication to her chain-strap mini by Prada.
- 💃 Gemma Arterton in red scalloped Prada heels — playful scalloped sandals paired with a floral Dolce & Gabbana dress, adding a flirty summer flair.
- 🎥 Juno Temple’s yellow Prada platform heels — bold and unforgettable, her 5-inch block-heel, yellow suede platforms made a vibrant statement on the Lovelace red carpet.
Paltrow finished the ensemble with her signature center-parted waves and smoldering kohl-rimmed eyes, letting the understated glam enhance rather than overshadow her Prada moment. The result was effortless sophistication with just the right hint of edge.
Gwyneth Paltrow and Printemps’ CEO Paolo de Cesare attend the Printemps Christmas Decorations Inauguration at Printemps Haussmann on November 7, 2013, in Paris, France (Credit: INFphoto)