On February 8, 2013, Jennifer Lawrence was photographed leaving her hotel in London wearing an all-black ensemble that referenced the structured, mid-century silhouettes often associated with Jackie Kennedy Onassis.

She anchored the look with Jimmy Choo’s “Maya” pumps—an early-2010s standout that distilled the brand’s signature “rock-chic” sensibility into a sharply pointed, stiletto silhouette, softened by a delicate suede bow and finished with all-over micro studs that read as a subtle metallic shimmer rather than overt hardware.
The contrast feels distinctly Jennifer Lawrence: an effortless, almost understated presence offset by a darker, more directional edge—exactly the kind of balance that made the Maya a defining shoe of her Hunger Games era and a lasting reference point for studded, feminine tailoring.

The edgy and chic Maya heels resemble that quality as well. They could be paired with a little black dress for a date night, a suit for the office, or even a red carpet outfit!

While the Maya pump has since moved into Jimmy Choo’s archives, the silhouette remains a versatile example of how a studded heel can transition from formal evening wear to sharp business attire.


Why Studded Heels Still Work—From Red Carpet to Everyday Edge
Jennifer Lawrence’s Jimmy Choo “Maya” pumps capture what makes studded heels enduring: they add texture, contrast, and a subtle edge without sacrificing polish, making them just as effective with tailored outerwear as they are with evening looks.
If you’re drawn to this balance of refinement and attitude, explore more standout moments with studded shoes below.
👠 Explore Studded Shoe & Fashion Stories:
- 📚 Your Next Shoes’ studded shoes guide traces the style from its historical roots to its modern fashion revival, making it a strong evergreen foundation for readers drawn to embellished heels and edgy footwear.
- 🖤 Miranda Kerr’s Valentino studded pumps moment shows how discreet gold-tone pyramid studs can sharpen a polished black pump without overwhelming an otherwise refined look.
- ✨ Blake Lively’s Carolina Herrera and Louboutin pairing leans into a more dramatic take on the trend, using spiked Christian Louboutin pumps to add punk contrast to a tailored, high-glam ensemble.
- 💜 Camila Alves in Christian Louboutin “Degraspike” pumps spotlights mirrored spike studs and an ombré finish, offering a bolder, more playful interpretation of studded red-carpet dressing.
- 🔥 Michelle Williams’ spiked BCBGMAXAZRIA heels in Manhattan is a useful street-style example of how studded straps and ankle details can toughen up a sleek daytime outfit.
- 💎 Christian Louboutin at The Blonds Fall 2018 show rounds out the theme with an unapologetically theatrical runway take on spiked, studded, and crystal-encrusted footwear.