At the 2015 FOX programming presentation in New York City, 5’2″ (157.5 cm) Lea Michele hit the red carpet alongside 5’7″ (170.2 cm) Jamie Lee Curtis—creating a striking height contrast as the pair posed together—while showcasing her own bold take on the “little red dress” moment.
Jamie Lee Curtis, standing noticeably taller in a sleek black long-sleeve sheath dress and ankle-strap sandals, poses beside Lea Michele, who adds a pop of color in her burgundy mini dress and glossy Louboutin pumps (Credit: Ivan Nikolov / WENN)
They were also joined by their Scream Queens co-stars Emma Roberts, Abigail Breslin, Keke Palmer, and Diego Boneta.
Lea Michele shows off soft glam makeup and a textured ponytail with full fringe, a romantic contrast to the strong shoulders of her embellished burgundy mini dress at the 2015 FOX programming presentation held at Wollman Rink in Central Park in New York City on May 11, 2015 (Credit: Dan Jackman / WENN)
The then 28-year-old actress donned a burgundy mini dress from the Zuhair Murad Pre-Fall 2014 collection featuring metallic detailing on the sleeves.
A closer look at Lea Michele’s beauty styling reveals her sleek blunt bangs, smoky eye makeup, and the intricate sleeve detailing of her Zuhair Murad mini dress
Lea accessorized with Rachel Katz jewelry and completed the outfit with a pair of “So Kate” pumps from Christian Louboutin.
Lea Michele shows off her toned legs and structured silhouette in a burgundy Zuhair Murad mini dress with embellished sleeves, paired with glossy burgundy Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps
The So Kate Comfort Factor: Why Lea’s Pumps Looked Beautiful—But Brutal
While the glossy burgundy So Kate pumps matched her dress in tone, the notoriously steep, 120 mm silhouette is one of Christian Louboutin’s least forgiving designs—far more intense than the standard Kate or Sporty Kate versions thanks to its ultra-narrow toe box, single-sole construction, and dramatically higher arch.
It’s a beautiful shoe, but it’s often considered a “dinner pump” for a reason. Still, the close-ups gave us a clear look at her signature foot tattoos—are you a fan of her ink?
Her burgundy Christian Louboutin So Kate pumps reveal both her tattoo peeking from the arch and the clear discomfort of the ultra-steep silhouette
You can find the popular So Kate style in many variations at Nordstrom and Mytheresa.
Lea Michele’s Louboutin pumps frame her bluebird and “Imagine” foot tattoos, spotlighting the star’s signature ink against the sharply pointed toe box
From Lea to Zendaya: The A-List Staying Power of the ‘So Kate’ Pump
If Lea Michele’s burgundy pair left you curious about how other celebrities style Christian Louboutin’s famously steep 120mm stiletto, Your Next Shoes has covered some of the most memorable ‘So Kate’ moments on the red carpet and beyond—each highlighting why this silhouette remains one of Hollywood’s most enduring fashion power plays.
👠 The Enduring Allure of the Christian Louboutin ‘So Kate’ Pump:
- ✨ Zendaya’s Iconic So Kate Moments:
Features the versatile pump in multiple looks, including the playful polka-dotted “So Kate Bubble” worn with a Dice Kayek dress, cementing its status as her signature, ‘trained’ shoe.
- 🗽 Jennifer Lopez’s Street-Style Power Move:
J.Lo grounds her retro-glam look—complete with a Chanel newsboy cap—with classic black Christian Louboutin “So Kate” pumps for a perfect mix of high-low fashion.
- 🤍 Khloé Kardashian’s Leg-Lengthening Secret:
Explores Khloé’s long-standing obsession with the “So Kate,” particularly the nude patent version, favored for its ability to create a flawless, elongated leg line.