Throwing it back to November 10, 2014, Lupita Nyong’o lit up the red carpet at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards at Carnegie Hall in New York City.
She joined Mindy Kaling — who paired metallic heels with a shimmering blue Salvador Perez dress — and Chelsea Clinton for the star-studded evening, showcasing her own couture-meets-footwear elegance.
Lupita Nyong’o and Chelsea Clinton share the spotlight at the 2014 Glamour Women of the Year Awards at Carnegie Hall in New York City on November 10, 2014 (Credit: Andres Otero / WENN)
Stars in Chanel’s Fall 2014 Haute Couture: Lupita Nyong’o & Julianne Moore
Then 31 and honored that evening, the Oscar winner chose a standout look from Chanel’s Fall 2014 Haute Couture collection, designed by Karl Lagerfeld.
The collection itself was one of the most talked-about of the season, celebrated for its daring blend of “Concrete Baroque” — a concept that married Le Corbusier’s stark modernism with the ornate glamour of Marie Antoinette.
Neoprene, one of Lagerfeld’s most unexpected materials, took center stage in molded, seamless dresses, including Lupita’s off-white creation hand-beaded in gold, red, and coral.
Julianne Moore wore a gold, long-sleeved, high-neck dress from Chanel’s Fall 2014 Haute Couture collection to the Museum of the Moving Image gala on January 20, 2015. The gown, which featured a full skirt and intricate rhinestone and bead embellishments, was a perfect example of the collection’s “Concrete Baroque” theme, blending historical elegance with modern design.
Lupita Nyong’o wearing an off-white Chanel Fall 2014 Haute Couture beaded neoprene dress with matching cycling shorts, styled with metallic Kurt Geiger “Anja” pumps and an Amanda Pearl clutch at the Glamour Women of the Year Awards
Lupita’s dress design captured the duality of the show: opulent detailing against clean architectural lines, regal couture paired with unexpected athletic influences, such as cycling shorts.
Lupita Nyong’o Elevates Her Look with Kurt Geiger’s Signature “Anja” Pumps
She finished the look with matching cycling shorts, an Amanda Pearl clutch, and a pair of classic Kurt Geiger “Anja” pumps.
At just 5 feet 3¾ inches (161.9 cm) tall, Lupita Nyong’o — the Mexican-Kenyan actress and Oscar winner — often turns to elegant footwear to elongate her frame.
The “Anja,” one of Kurt Geiger’s signature court shoes, is a perfect choice: sleek and refined with its pointed toe, slim stiletto heel, and typically patent leather finish over a leather sole. In Lupita’s case, the style complemented her US shoe size 7.5 and added a timeless polish to her couture ensemble.
Close-up of Lupita Nyong’o’s metallic Kurt Geiger “Anja” pumps featuring a pointed toe, half d’Orsay cut, and slim stiletto heel
With its elegant half d’Orsay cut and a heel height of about 4 inches (110 mm), the style embodies timeless sophistication. This red-carpet favorite has also been spotted on other celebrities.
Over the years, the timeless “Anja” pump has graced countless red carpets and style moments. Here are just a few standout examples of how celebrities have worn this Kurt Geiger classic:
Celebrity Style Highlights in Kurt Geiger “Anja” Pumps
👠 Explore Celebrity Moments in Kurt Geiger “Anja” Pumps:
- 📌 Rashida Jones at the ‘Cuban Fury’ London Premiere — paired her Prada Spring 2014 dress with bold orange Kurt Geiger “Anja” heels for a vibrant red-carpet statement.
- 📌 Caitlin Fitzgerald at the ‘Masters of Sex’ Screening — elevated her red-carpet glam with sleek Kurt Geiger “Anja” pumps that added elegance and height.
- 📌 Beyoncé in Topshop’s Iconic Striped Dress — styled the cult-favorite high-street dress with classic Kurt Geiger “Anja” pumps, proving the design’s timeless versatility.