Keke Palmer showed off her pretty feet in gold Ellie sandals with crystal detail when she joined Jennifer Lopez and Lili Reinhart at the Hustlers premiere during the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival at Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto, Canada.
Keke Palmer strikes a pose on the red carpet at the Hustlers premiere at the Roy Thomson Hall in Toronto, Canada, on September 7, 2019 (Credit: Lu Chau / WENN / Jaime Espinoza)
A High-Impact Cavalli Moment: Keke Palmer’s Cutout Red-Carpet Look
At the time, the 26-year-old actress and multi-hyphenate flashed some leg in a striking Roberto Cavalli cutout gown—an unmistakable nod to the late designer’s (1940–2024) signature maximalist glamour, complete with illusion-mesh detailing and a dramatic thigh-high slit that embodied his high-impact aesthetic.
Keke Palmer dazzles in a black-and-gold Roberto Cavalli gown paired with gleaming gold Ellie sandals that highlight her perfectly polished pedicure on the TIFF red carpet
Wearing the same outfit, she later attended the Synchronic after-party hosted by Nordstrom Supper Suite.
Keke Palmer arrives at the Synchronic after-party hosted by Nordstrom Supper Suite during the 2019 Toronto International Film Festival
During her acceptance speech after receiving an award, Keke jokingly said, “If you want your children to be intelligent, read them fairytales. That’s a quote by Albert Einstein, but don’t quote me on that, I might have butchered it.”
Turning to reveal the gown’s dramatic open back, Keke Palmer shows off her strappy gold Ellie sandals, adding a sleek metallic finish to her high-impact Cavalli look
She also recalled growing up in a family that encouraged her to watch movies and explore culture in Robbins, a village in Cook County, Illinois. “Art is what allows us to breathe. We create the colors of life. Creativity. Vision. That is what makes my life.”
Inside Keke Palmer’s Crystal-Embellished Giuseppe Zanotti “Ellie” Sandals
Keke’s crystal-embellished Giuseppe Zanotti “Ellie” sandals are a standout choice—one of the brand’s signature red-carpet heels known for their sleek stiletto silhouette, Italian craftsmanship, and jewel-trimmed toe strap that adds instant high-fashion glamour to any look.
A close-up of Keke Palmer’s gold Ellie sandals showcases the crystal-embellished toe strap and slender stiletto heel that elevated her glamorous Roberto Cavalli ensemble
Keke Palmer’s gold Ellie sandals put her glossy black pedicure on full display, with the crystal-trimmed toe strap adding a sparkling frame to her perfectly polished toes
More of Keke Palmer’s Standout Shoe Moments
Before we wrap up, it’s worth revisiting some of Keke Palmer’s most memorable footwear moments—and a few iconic uses of Giuseppe Zanotti’s coveted Ellie sandal. From red-carpet glamour to bold street style, these highlights capture how consistently she turns to statement heels to complete her looks.
✨ Keke Palmer and Giuseppe Zanotti Ellie Heel Moments: Curated Fashion Features:
- 📏 Keke Palmer’s Height and Shoe Size Guide, detailing her love for bold heels and featuring a pair of black and gold Giuseppe Zanotti sandals.
- 💎 The Giuseppe Zanotti “Ellie” Debut, showcasing the crystal-embellished sandals on Sarah Hyland, Busy Philipps, and Winnie Harlow.
- 👠 A Chic Tom Ford Tuxedo Look, worn to the NAACP Image Awards and completed with classic black Dolce & Gabbana pumps.
- 🌟 Adriana Lima’s Silver Ellie Sandals complement her Old Hollywood Alex Perry look at the 2019 Oscar Viewing Party.
- 🎤 Her Powerful Colorism Response, highlighted while wearing bold zebra-print Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals at the Billboard Music Awards.
- 👑 Jasmine Sanders’ Gold Met Gala Ellies, featuring the gold strappy Giuseppe Zanotti heels with her custom H&M gown.
- 🖤 The Isa Tapia Tulle Sandals Moment, where Keke paired the feathery heels with an Alexander Wang lace look in 2017.
- 👗 The Archival Press Tour Heels, reviewing Keke’s recent “One of Them Days” outfits, including gold leaf Gianvito Rossi sandals.