Kylie Jenner’s High-Fashion Breakthrough: The Shoes That Defined Her Paris & London Era

During the late 2022 fashion circuit, Kylie Jenner transitioned from “King Kylie” streetwear into a sophisticated high-fashion muse. This era, centered largely around the Spring/Summer 2023 shows in Paris and summer appearances in London, marked a definitive change in her sartorial strategy.

By embracing avant-garde silhouettes and vintage archives, she moved beyond the typical influencer mold to mirror the industry presence of her sisters.

Whether she is establishing herself as a fashion week regular like Kim Kardashian, landing major advertising campaigns like Kendall Jenner, or exploring the creative designer route like Kourtney, her footwear and wardrobe choices from this period remain a masterclass in brand reinvention.

From archival Mugler to bespoke Helena Stölting pumps, here is a breakdown of the looks that defined Kylie’s high-fashion breakthrough.

Sheer Provocation: Mugler Lace & Minimalist Black Heels

The Kylie Cosmetics founder attended the BoF500 Gala during Paris Fashion Week in head-to-toe black lace.

She wore a Spring 2023 Mugler creation by Casey Cadwallader. It wrapped delicately around her curves, creating illusion panels and showing cut-out details for a sultry yet elegant look.

Kylie Jenner flaunts her legs in stockings at the BoF500 Gala during Paris Fashion Week on October 1, 2022 (Credit: Julien Reynaud / ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

The outfit was basically a sheer black lace bodysuit with the lace panels extending to her hands, making them look like she had gloves on. There’s also a short black lace train for an added dose of drama.

With an outfit such as this, you don’t need anything else. So Kylie only wore silver jewels, a side-parted updo, and black ankle-strap heels to complete her look.

Kylie Jenner wearing a Mugler by Casey Cadwallader Spring 2023 sheer black lace look (Credit: Julien Reynaud / ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

Modern Glamour: Acne Studios Column Gown & Sleek Pumps

The reality star kicked off her sartorial streak at Paris Fashion Week with a surprising full-coverage look.

Wearing black Balenciaga cat-eye semi-rimless acetate-frame sunglasses, Kylie was seen on the front row of the Spring 2023 runway presentation of Acne Studios.

Kylie Jenner shows off her black Balenciaga exaggerated Sport Goggle sunglasses (Credit: Aurore Marechal / ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

She wore a tight, floor-length gown that showcased her infamous hourglass. The dress had a bateau neckline, a mermaid silhouette, and dramatic winged sleeves.

Kylie Jenner wearing a white Acne Studios Spring 2023 floor-length dress at the brand’s runway presentation during Paris Fashion Week on September 29, 2022 (Credit: Aurore Marechal / ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

It looks like Kylie is going for the “less is more” approach lately, as there were no added embellishments beyond her spiked earrings from Off-White.

Kylie Jenner with a sleek updo and Off-White spiked earrings at the Acne Studios Spring 2023 runway presentation (Credit: Aurore Marechal / ABACA / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

Archival Edge: Paco Rabanne Chainmail & Yeezy Wedge Pumps

Before Paris, Kylie was seen trudging around London with her boyfriend, Travis Scott.

Travis Scott and his girlfriend Kylie Jenner outside Tape London on August 8, 2022 (Credit: Blitz Pictures / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

In August, the couple went to the exclusive nightclub Tape London in matching deconstructed denim jeans.

While Travis wore a graphic T-shirt, Kylie styled her Sevali Hybrid denim pants with Yeezy PVC wedge pumps and a shimmery chainmail halter top with a hood.

Kylie Jenner wearing a chainmail hooded top from Paco Rabanne’s Fall 1997 collection (Credit: Blitz Pictures / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

This Paco Rabanne Fall 1997 top would seem out of place with the patchwork jeans, but the colors actually complemented each other.

While the deconstructed denim trend heavily references the 1990s aesthetic, Kylie’s pairing feels more intentional than the literal interpretations of the era. Unlike the iconic—and often mimicked—full-denim ensembles worn by Justin Timberlake and Britney Spears, this look uses archival Paco Rabanne to pivot from ‘costume’ to high-fashion territory.

Off-Duty Refined: SKIMS, Distressed Denim & Helena Stölting Pumps

The mom of two attended boyfriend Travis Scott’s show at the O2 Arena with daughter Stormi Webster.

She rocked a tight-fitting white SKIMS T-shirt with distressed Ottolinger paint effect jeans, slime-design pumps by Berlin-based fashion designer Helena Stölting, and Ottolinger twisted sunglasses.

Kylie Jenner in Ottolinger jeans with daughter Stormi Webster at the O2 Arena for boyfriend Travis Scott’s show on August 6, 2022 (Credit: Blitz Pictures / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

Tousled waves, cool shades, and several rings completed Kylie’s simple concert outfit.

Later that night, the couple went to The 22 in London in coordinating red-and-white jackets. Kylie paired a vintage Thierry Mugler Spring 1990 jacket with a Devised Antithetical denim mini skirt and The Attico Anais cutout pointy-toe heels.

Couture Cool: Alexandre Vauthier Leather & Matching Lace-Up Heels

Kylie looked fab as she headed to Claridge’s in London with daughter Stormi Webster.

She wore a blue croc-embossed leather coat from Alexandre Vauthier. This Fall 2022 Haute Couture piece also had faux fur trims and an oversized silhouette. She styled it with a messy updo and matching blue lace-up heels.

Kylie Jenner wearing an Alexandre Vauthier Fall 2022 Haute Couture leather coat with daughter Stormi Webster at Claridge’s in London on August 5, 2022 (Credit: Blitz Pictures / INSTARimages / Cover Images)

The third-tallest Kardashian-Jenner sister brought along her daughter Stormi, who looked adorable in her dress and tiny handbag.

Later that day, Kylie posted a series of snaps on Instagram in the same outfit to officially start her birthday countdown.

Kylie Jenner’s Footwear Evolution, From Breakout Moments to Modern High Fashion

From early red-carpet experiments to polished couture appearances, Kylie Jenner’s style evolution is best understood through her shoes. Whether she’s grounding a sheer Mugler look with minimalist heels or elevating casual denim with sculptural pumps, her footwear choices consistently signal where she’s headed next. For a deeper look at the shoe moments that shaped her fashion identity across eras, explore our curated Kylie Jenner archive below.