When it comes to masterclass examples of early 2010s color-blocking, few moments are as memorable as Kim Kardashian’s June 2011 appearance in New York City’s Meatpacking District.
Accompanied by her then-fiancé Kris Humphries, the media mogul demonstrated how to pair high-saturation neons with bold primary colors for a high-contrast summer look.
Kardashian’s ensemble centered on a vibrant lime-green Elise Overland mini dress, but the focal point for footwear enthusiasts was her cobalt-blue suede sandals. This striking combination of “acid yellow” and deep electric blue remains a definitive reference point for the era’s bold aesthetic.
Kim Kardashian, alongside her fiancé at the time, basketball star Kris Humphries, was spotted strolling through New York’s trendy Meatpacking District on June 25, 2011 (Credit: INFphoto)
Fashion in the Forefront: Kim’s Striking Ensemble
She wore an Elise Overland poet sleeve dress in acid yellow, which added a bright pop of color to her look. Kim chose a pair of Giuseppe Zanotti blue lace-up sandals to complement her dress, adding an edgy yet elegant touch to her ensemble.
Accessories played a key role in her outfit, with a beige Chanel flap handbag lending a classic and sophisticated flair. To complete her look, she wore Ted Lapidus sunglasses, adding glamour and mystery.
Kris Humphries: Standing Tall Beside Kim
Kris Humphries, at 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm), stands significantly taller than Kim Kardashian, who is 5 feet 2 inches (157.5 cm).
Kris Humphries, at 6 feet 9 inches (206 cm), is 48.5 cm taller than Kim Kardashian, who stands at 5 feet 2 inches (157.5 cm) (Credit: INFphoto)
Kim Kardashian boosts her height in cobalt-blue Giuseppe Zanotti lace-up platform sandals with towering platforms and intricate cage lacing (Credit: INFphoto)
Whitney Port wore the same blue sandals at Us Weekly’s Hot Hollywood party.
Whitney Port at the US Weekly Annual Hot Hollywood Style Issue Event held at Eden in Hollywood on April 26, 2011 (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
The reality television star styled her Giuseppe Zanotti platform sandals with a GUiSHEM Spring 2011 dress.
Whitney Port’s GUiSHEM designed one-shouldered mini dress (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
Whitney Port puts her feet on display in cobalt-blue Giuseppe Zanotti lace-up platform sandals with sky-high platforms (Credit: Adriana M. Barraza / WENN)
More Giuseppe Zanotti Shoe Moments Worth Revisiting
Kim Kardashian’s vivid blue sandals are a reminder of just how defining Giuseppe Zanotti’s designs were during the early 2010s. From architectural heels to sleek minimalist sandals and statement-making boots, the Italian designer’s shoes have appeared in some of celebrity fashion’s most memorable moments. For more standout Zanotti style stories, explore these related features from Your Next Shoes:
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