In April 2016, the Alice + Olivia “See Now Buy Now” runway show in Hollywood served as a masterclass in styling monochromatic neutrals.
Two of the era’s biggest style icons, Kourtney Kardashian and Emily Ratajkowski, proved that while trends in social media circles fluctuate, the pairing of minimalist silhouettes with high-end nude footwear remains a timeless fashion staple.

The duo showcased how to execute tonal dressing by playing with textures and cutouts, anchoring their looks with classic designs from Gianvito Rossi and Stuart Weitzman—styles that remain relevant in modern wardrobes.
Kourtney wore a suede top-and-skirt combination from Alice + Olivia, which she styled with a purse from Lee Savage, a bracelet from Cartier, and a pair of nude pumps by Gianvito Rossi.

Emily followed Kourtney’s neutral color scheme. The “Blurred Lines” dancer styled a nude pair of Stuart Weitzman “Nudist” sandals with a white cutout dress from Alice + Olivia.
Amazing (and expensive) styling aside, Emily announced on her Instagram that she did her own makeup for the event.

We’re not sure how close these two really are since we couldn’t find repeat appearances on their Snapchat and Instagram accounts, but they did seem civil enough to chat each other up during the show.

You can order Kourtney’s Gianvito Rossi pumps at Farfetch and Emily’s Stuart Weitzman sandals at Zappos.
Why Nude Heels Remain a Celebrity Styling Essential
Kourtney Kardashian and Emily Ratajkowski’s coordinated neutral looks are a reminder that nude heels are one of fashion’s most reliable styling tricks. Whether paired with structured tailoring, flowing gowns, or minimalist dresses, skin-toned pumps and sandals create a seamless leg line while keeping the focus on the outfit’s silhouette and texture.
From Gianvito Rossi’s sleek pointed pumps to Stuart Weitzman’s barely-there “Nudist” sandals, celebrities consistently rely on neutral footwear to balance bold fashion moments with understated elegance. If you love the leg-lengthening power of nude heels, explore more celebrity outfits and styling inspiration below.
👠 Explore Nude Heels & Neutral Shoe Style on Your Next Shoes:
- 📏 How celebrities use nude heels to make legs look longer is an evergreen YNS roundup showing how stars like Jessica Chastain use skin-toned pumps for a lean, elongating effect.
- 💙 Leighton Meester’s blue Emporio Armani dress with nude sandals is a polished red-carpet example of how barely-there neutral heels keep a look elegant and leg-lengthening.
- 🌸 Emily Ratajkowski’s blush-gown moment with nude Giuseppe Zanotti heels pairs soft color with minimalist strappy sandals for one of YNS’s clearest nude-heel styling stories.
- 👠 Mel B in nude Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps shows how pointed-toe nude heels sharpen a bold outfit while creating the illusion of longer legs.
- 🌼 Emma Stone’s nude Dolce & Gabbana sandals offers a softer, summery take on neutral footwear styled with a printed Dolce & Gabbana dress.
- 🥿 The ultimate guide to nude shoes is YNS’s broader evergreen explainer on why nude shoes work so well, from leg-lengthening pumps to versatile neutral sandals and flats.