While Teresa Palmer picked a pair of bright orange Christian Louboutins for her New.Music.Live appearance, fellow blonde Julianne Hough went in a different direction with black open-toe booties topped with feminine bows.
Julianne Hough flashes a bright smile in a pearl-embellished ASOS blouse paired with a polished updo and bold red lipstick
The playful shoes were the perfect counterpoint to her prim-meets-edgy look: a pearl-embellished ASOS blouse styled with matching shorts, an Etro jacket, bow-detailed Sole Society heels, and a Kabana ring—a mix that feels just as fun in retrospect as it did back in 2013.
Julianne Hough shows off her toned legs in floral ASOS shorts, styled with a pearl-embellished blouse, a black blazer, and a chic updo, during her New.Music.Live interview
Julianne Hough’s Bow-Detailed Sole Society “Caroline” Heels
How do you like Julianne’s “Caroline” shoes from Sole Society? With their faux suede upper, 4-inch heel, and ultra-feminine mesh bows, they struck the perfect balance of sweet and stylish.
The pair came not only in black but also in blush and taupe—versatile shades that made them a go-to choice for accessible glamour in the early 2010s. Around the same time, Julianne Hough partnered with Sole Society on her own capsule collection, “Julianne Hough for Sole Society,” which debuted in 2013 and featured pumps, booties, and sandals.
Julianne Hough brightens MuchMusic’s New.Music.Live in Toronto on January 21, 2013, wearing a pearl-embellished ASOS blouse with matching floral shorts and bow-detailed Sole Society booties (Credit: Dominic Chan / WENN)
The Rise and Fall of Sole Society: A Nostalgic Throwback
Looking back now, they also serve as a reminder of Sole Society’s moment in the spotlight. Founded in 2011 with backing from Nordstrom and Insight Partners, the brand quickly expanded—opening a Santa Monica boutique in 2015 before being acquired by Camuto Group in 2016. Two years later, DSW Inc. and Authentic Brands Group picked up Sole Society’s intellectual property as part of a wider Camuto Group deal.
By September 2020, however, the company closed its direct-to-consumer website, citing the COVID-19 pandemic and a shift in consumer tastes away from dressier shoes. While its closure disappointed many fans, Sole Society’s name still lingers through those business connections—and shoes like Julianne’s bow-detailed “Caroline” remain a nostalgic throwback to its heyday.
Julianne Hough steps out in black open-toe Sole Society “Caroline” booties, finished with ultra-feminine bow details
More Julianne Hough Shoe Moments You’ll Love
From red-carpet elegance to playful everyday looks, Julianne Hough has never been afraid to experiment with her footwear. As we wrap up, here are a few more memorable shoe moments worth revisiting:
👠 Julianne Hough’s Timeless Shoe Moments on Your Next Shoes:
- 👢 Julianne Hough’s Favorite Black Booties Are Disneyland-Perfect — Rag & Bone ankle boots spotted during a casual Disneyland outing.
- 👗 Julianne Hough Pairs Marchesa Gown with $90 Aldo Shoes at the 2017 Emmys — A glamorous Marchesa gown unexpectedly paired with affordable Aldo platforms.
- 👠 Julianne Hough Promotes Debut Novel in Sleek Nude Mesh Pumps — A Today Show look finished with chic nude mesh heels.
- 🔄 Julianne Hough Brings Back Recalled Khaite ‘Linden’ Heels for DWTS Season 34 Press Tour — A bold revival of the controversial Khaite sandals.