In December 2015, Kylie Jenner attended a brand celebration at the W Hotel in Hollywood, marking a pivotal era in her transition from reality television personality to a global force in the beauty industry.
At 18 years old, she had already established a commercial footprint through collaborations with Nicole by OPI and the launch of her initial lip kits—the precursors to her multi-billion dollar cosmetics empire.
Kylie Jenner showcases her signature matte nude lips and bold lashes while promoting Nip + Fab skincare at the W Hotel in Hollywood on December 15, 2015 (Credit: FayesVision / WENN)
For this appearance as a brand ambassador for Nip + Fab, Jenner chose an ensemble that balanced the sharp tailoring of a David Koma mini dress with intricate, architectural footwear.
While her signature matte makeup and raven-colored waves were a focal point for beauty fans, the outfit was structurally anchored by a pair of sculptural lace-up sandals that highlighted the edgy, monochrome aesthetic she favored during this period.
The reality star stuns in a black-and-white David Koma mini dress with lace-up Nicholas Kirkwood sandals at the Nip + Fab event
The figure-hugging black-and-white David Koma mini dress put her legs and stomach on display with its thigh-grazing hemline and a right-side cutout, balanced by long sleeves.
Kylie’s sleek raven hair and cutout-detail dress highlight her youthful yet edgy red carpet style
It may be winter, but the youngest of the Kardashian-Jenner siblings braved the cold weather in a pair of open-toe heels, drawing further attention to her legs.
Kylie kept the rest of the look simple, wearing her long raven locks down around her shoulders in textured waves with a side part while sporting neutral makeup.
Striking several angles on the aqua carpet, Kylie let her sculptural sandals and confident stance take center stage
Kylie grounded her look in a pair of Nicholas Kirkwood’s “Serafin” sandals — four-inch lace-ups crafted in suede with leather trims, clear PVC panels at the sides, and an open-toe silhouette that drew attention to her pedicured finish.
The British designer, celebrated for his innovative and architectural approach to footwear, launched his eponymous label in 2005 after studying Fine Art at Central Saint Martins and shoemaking at Cordwainers College in London.
His shoes are renowned for their sculptural forms, geometric heels, and bold use of materials, including python, shaved stingray, and laser-cut leather.
Her Nicholas Kirkwood “Serafin” sandals, featuring intricate lace-up straps and clear PVC sides, perfectly framed her pedicured toes
Conclusion: Kylie Jenner’s Shoes as Style Statements
From bold boots to sleek stilettos, Kylie’s shoe choices tell the story of her fashion evolution just as much as her beauty empire does. With each red carpet appearance, she proves that her heels are as headline-making as her lip kits.
👠 Explore Kylie Jenner’s Best Shoe Moments on Your Next Shoes:
- 📏 Kylie Jenner’s Height and Shoe Size — a deep dive into her go-to high heels, brands, and how she uses footwear to shape her red carpet image.
- 👟 Red Carpet Debut with Timothée Chalamet — Kylie pairs chic pointed-toe mules with her glamorous ensemble.
- 👠 Kendall + Kylie Shoe Collection — the Jenner sisters’ launch spotlighting their lace-up “Ginny” heels.
- 👠 Three Designer Pumps in a Day — Kylie switches between statement heels before ending the day in Puma sneakers.
- 👢 Double Denim and Jeffrey Campbell Elphaba Boots — an edgy street-style moment from her teenage years.
- 👠 Jimmy Choo at the Golden Globes After-Party — a dazzling silver gown styled with Jimmy Choo Lucy pumps.